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Solar System Slide Show
Students work in small groups to research a planet in our Solar System in order to compare it to Earth. They examine the planet's size, atmosphere, rotation and revolution periods, temperature, and other attributes. They collect...
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The Solar System Word Search
In this solar system word puzzle worksheet, learners examine the 26 words and names in the word bank and locate them in the word search puzzle.
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The Solar System Word Search 2
In this solar system word puzzle worksheet, students examine the 26 words an names in the word bank and locate them in the word search puzzle.
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Solar System Wordsearch
In this solar system worksheet, students find words having to do with the solar system in this wordsearch. Students find 18 words.
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Scaling Down the Solar System
Learners work collaboratively to gain a better understanding of the vastness of space by scaling down the solar system. They measure by inches, gain an understanding of space, and model the distances of the planets from the sun.
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Scale Model of the Solar System
Students work in groups of 4-6 for the experiment/activity part of this exercise. Students know that earth is the third planet from the sun in a system that includes the moon, the sun, eight other planets and their moons, and smaller...
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The 'Solar' System Past and Present
Students identify cardinal and intermediate directions, recognize that models changes due to new or improved observations and technology, identify the major characteristics of the planets including their positions in the solar system,...
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The Solar System
In this solar system worksheet, learners match planet names with pictures, then write superlative sentences about each planet. A website reference for additional resources is given.
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Solar Structures
It's time to soak up the sun! Youngsters read about active and passive solar heating systems, then they collaborate to create a miniature solar-heated building. Provide a variety of materials for them to incorporate and watch their...
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The Solar Wind Tunnel
The winds of change are blowing in our very own solar system! But what makes some heavenly bodies more affected by solar winds than others? Pupils discover the concept of magnetic forces at work in space in this...
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The Solar System
In this solar system worksheet, students determine the correct unit of measurement to use when measuring a list of items. Students list the five outer planets and four inner planets. This worksheet has 20 fill in the blank questions.
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Our Changing View of the Solar System
Students identify and name the eight planets and the five dwarf planets in our solar system. In this space science lesson, students view a slideshow of the planets and label them on an included Solar System chart.
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Solar System Cryptogram
In this recognizing planets in our solar system worksheet, students use the clues v=e and m=t to identify the planets and solve the alphabet key. Students write 8 answers.
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Solar System KWL
For this solar system worksheet, students record facts about the solar system. This is KWL style : facts the student already Knows, facts he Wants to know, and facts that were Learned.
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Clay Planets
Have your class learn about the solar system using this hands on technique. Learners review what they know about the planets, and create a clay model of the solar system. There are a list of resource links to make this lesson a complete...
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An Out-of-This-World Crossword Puzzle
An interactive web site allows students to create crossword puzzles online after researching planets and Sun in the Earth's solar system facts. They complete crossword puzzles created by classmates.
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Redesign the Rover: Mars Research Year-Round
Students discuss the solar system, the planets, periods of orbit and revolution. In this space instructional activity students discuss the importance of the study of Mars and brainstorm ideas on how NASA might solve its Rover...
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Theories
Learners view a series of videos that explore the development, formation and arguments for the geocentric model of the solar system. Studenst investigate the heliocentric model of the solar system and consider how scientific theories...
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View Through a Telescope
Preparing for an assessment? Here's an activity that will ensure that all class members have the background knowledge they need to demonstrate their skills on a performance task related to the solar system and the tools astronomers use...
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What is the Solar System?
Students study the solar system. In this solar system lesson, students create graphic organizers, and participate in class demonstrations illustrating size and distance within the solar system.
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Solar System Word Search
In this solar system learning exercise, students practice locating ten words associated with solar systems in a word search puzzle with the answers going in a variety of directions.
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A Short Report On the Solar System
In this solar system worksheet, 3rd graders make a small folded book. They fill in blank lines with information and fold the page along dotted lines to make the book. There is a solar system graphic on the front page.
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Solar System Wordsearch
In this solar system worksheet, students find words that have to do with the solar system in this wordsearch. Students find 18 words.
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Beyond the Solar System
Eighth graders simulate solar system exploration and write fictional story about their journey through the galaxy.
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