NASA
Just How Far is That Star?
Pupils often wonder how we know the distance to various stars. Starting with a thought experiment and progressing to a physical experiment, they determine the brightness and distance to various stars. The evaluation requires...
Adrian College
The Universe
Young scientists create a simulation of Hubble's law. Introducing the Big Bang Theory using balloons and a simple lab worksheet, scholars complete a data table and perform analysis.
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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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Poetry and Observations
Students compare poetry and the night sky. In this poetry lesson, students read poetry and compare the imagery from the poem with the night sky. Students explore how science and poetry relate to one another.
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Infrared Telescope
Most of the twenty slides in this presentation include photographs or diagrams, making it an eye-catching way to teach about infrared telescopes. The pros and cons of using infrared light to study outer regions of space are explained....
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The Universe Has Room for Change
In this universe and change worksheet, students read about the demotion of Pluto as one of the 9 planets as well as other changes in science. Students summarize their reading and identify unfamiliar words in the article....
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Student Exploration: H-R Diagram
In this space worksheet, students use an internet program to explore space and then answer short answer questions about it. Students complete 28 short answer questions.
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Galileo Galilei Questions for Study
In this online interactive philosophy worksheet, learners respond to 10 short answer and essay questions about Galileo's contributions to science.
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The Energy of Empty Space
In this energy in empty space worksheet, students use an equation for Cosmic Inflation to solve eight problems. They find the domain and range of the function of the equation, they determinethe axis of symmetry, they find the critical...
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King Henry IV, Part 1 by William Shakespeare
In this online interactive reading comprehension activity, students respond to 15 multiple choice questions about Shakespeare's King Henry IV. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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How Distant is the Moon?--2
Students examine total eclipses of the Sun and their limited regions of totality. They explain that this limited view occurs because the Moon is close enough to us for different points on Earth to view it differently.
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Three D Constellations
Students are introduced to both celestial coordinates and to the first rung on the distance determination ladder. They convert spherical coordinates to Cartesian coordinates to construct a three dimensional model of a constellation...
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Scientific Theories
Ninth graders compare and contrast how different models can be used to represent scientific understandings. They evaluate the use of data when considering scientific claims. Students debate a variety of socio-scientific issues and the...
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Monsoon Winds to the "Land of Gold"
Learners recognize environmental factors that influenced maritime trade routes and the establishment of major trading centers in classical times. They evaluate perceptions of the ancient world through ancient maps and primary source...
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Global Change- Time and Cycles
Students study trees and their growth. In this investigative instructional activity students work in groups to reconstruct a 50 year climatic history using a simulated tree ring.
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Time and Cycles - Dendrochronology
Young scholars investigate the lives of trees by examining ring cycles. In this plant life lesson plan, students identify the field of study known as dendrochronology and discover its history. Young scholars investigate a...
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Reach for the Stars
Learners consider the significance of space exploration. For this space science lesson, students visit selected websites to discover information about astronomy, lunar missions, and space travel. Learners...
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Collecting Electromagnetic Radiation
Students using different experiments and activities explore electromagnetic radiation and the effect on the Earth.
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Luisa's Steller Evolution Lab
Young scholars examine stars and constellations in the night sky. They complete a KWL chart and calculate the mass of stars. They also discuss how a star is formed.
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Gerunds and Infinitives 12
In this gerund and infinitive worksheet, students complete a set of 10 multiple choice questions, choosing the correct answer and clicking on a "check" button for immediate feedback.
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Soil Comparison and Analysis
Learners perform tests on different soil samples. In this earth science lesson, students classify the soil into groups according to test results. They write a lab report following a certain criteria.
Other
Mesopotamia: Astronomer: Astronomers of Babylon
Study the Babylonians accomplishments in astronomy. This early civilization developed a calendar and were able to predict near-future events based on the reading of the stars. Scroll through a story and engage in a challenge reinforcing...
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Harcourt: Biographies: Benjamin Banneker
A great biography of the astronomer and inventor Benjamin Banneker that includes additional links to supplemental material for further research.
University of Houston
University of Houston: Engines of Our Ingenuity: No. 428: Maria Mitchell
Read about Maria Mitchell, one of the first female astronomers, in this transcript of a radio broadcast.