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University of Oregon

Determining Properties of Stars

For Students 9th - 10th
An excellent website detailing how a star's properties can be determined, and how these properties lead to the way a star is classified.
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Lesson Plan
NASA

Nasa: Imagine the Universe: How Big Is That Star

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This 2-5 day lesson plan investigates the diameter, radius and mass among several stars in order to understand stellar behavior, particularly in a binary system.
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Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Star Types

For Students 6th - 8th
EnchantedLearning.com provides a thorough examination of the how stars are classified. The different types of stars are named and defined. Text is supplemented with pictures and drawings. A great introduction to the world of stars.
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Handout
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Life Cycle and Classification of Stars Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about types of stars and he life cycle of a star. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
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Other

Sky Server: Color

For Students 6th - 8th
SkyServer answers why stars have different colors and shows what you can learn by studying the colors of stars, galaxies, and other objects.