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Astronomy
In this astronomy worksheet, students read a detailed text about our solar system. Students then answer 15 questions about the information presented.
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Space Vocabulary Quiz
For this space vocabulary worksheet, students draw lines to match 14 vocabulary words pertaining to space with their definitions.
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Our Solar System-- Fact File
In this space science worksheet, students read facts about the solar system. Students look at the diagram showing the position of the planets. Pluto is included as a planet here.
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How Did the First Asteroid Come to be Discovered?
Students examine asteroids including how and when they were discovered. In this asteroid instructional activity students view a PowerPoint presentation on asteroids.
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Enslaved and Running
Students use runaway slave advertisements to discover how the language varies from the 18th to 21st century. Using primary source documents, they research the brutality of slavery and the desire of those in slavery to be free. They...
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"Space" Investigations
Sixth graders understand the patterns of change observable on Earth as a result of the movement of the different bodies in the solar system. They identify the physical characteristics of the different components of the solar system.
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Solar System
For this Solar System worksheet, 5th graders demonstrate knowledge of parts of the Solar System. Students unscramble letters to list these parts.
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Proofreading Practice
In this proofreading worksheet, students read a short paragraph, find 5 misspelled words and spell each correctly in boxes beneath the paragraph. Worksheet is part of the Glencoe Online site.
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The Vocabulary of Space
Students build their knowledge and understanding of vocabulary related to space. In this space instructional activity, students discuss four categories of words and phrases related to space.
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University of Leicester: Comets
A detailed look at comets. Content outlines our observational history, as well as the origins of comets and an explanation of the appearance of comets.
University of California
Univ. Of Cal Berkeley: The Comet's Tale
Site provides extensive information in the study of comets. Includes excellent graphics that depict what comets look like as they travel through the solar system. Also includes information on how comets may have effected the Earth's...
Nine Planets
The Nine Planets: Comets
A detailed description of comets, their distinct parts, and the known comets in our solar system. Links are also provided for additional information on related subjects.
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Lunar and Planetary Institute: Make a Comet
Hands-on activity allows children to learn about comets by creating their own models using art supplies.
Northeast Parallel Architectures Center, Syracuse University
Npac Reu Program: Comet Shoemaker Levy 9 Collision
Northeast Parallel Architectures Center at Syracuse University provides a site dedicated to compiling the best images and information regarding Comet Shoemaker-Levy 9 and its collision with Jupiter. Great animations.
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Cometography.com: C/1843 D1 (Great March Comet)
This site provides a detailed overview of the comet C/1843 D1 (the great march comet of 1843). Content includes discovery, orbit, and observational information.
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Cometography.com: C/1811 F1 (Great Comet)
This site provides a detailed overview of the comet C/1811 F1 (the great comet of 1811). Content includes discovery and observational information.
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Cometography.com: C/1861 J1 (Great Comet of 1861)
This site provides a detailed discussion of the comet C/1861 J1 (the great comet of 1861). Content includes discovery and observational information, as well as images.
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Cometography.com: C/1995 01 (Hale Bopp)
This site provides a detailed overview of the comet C/1995 01 (Hale-Bopp), the great comet of 1997. Content includes discovery, and observational and orbit information, as well as several images.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Meteor Showers
This video segment adapted from NASA uses animation to illustrate the properties of meteor showers and comets. Included is are visualizations of a comet's tail and of Earth passing through a debris stream left behind by meteoroids.
NASA
Nasa: Comet C 1996 B2 Hyakutake
This site from NASA examines all that is known about the comet Hyakutake. Select from "News Flash" or the table of contents located at the bottom of the page for specific information about the comet.
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Ulysses Space Probe Makes Surprise Trip Into Comet's Tail
An interesting article about a surprising finding on Ulysses' second orbit.
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Cometography.com: C/1996 Q1 (Tabur)
This site provides a detailed overview of the comet C/1996 Q1 (Tabur). Content includes discovery, observational, and orbit information, as well as several images.
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Cometography.com
This site provides links to a wealth of information regarding currently visible comets, memorable comets of the past, biographies of comet discoverers and observers.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: A Brief History of Astronomy
In this interactive module students will explore what different ancient cultures believe was an explanation of the stars and planets. They will look at how the work of Nicolas Copernicus revolutionize the world of astronomy and learn how...