Lesson Plans & Activities
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You'd be surprised by how much astronomy you can learn with a light source, some painter's tape, and a can of play doh. The following activities work well at home or in the classroom.
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How much space is truly in space? How does the distance between things affect the ways we see things?
Do you know the relative sizes of the planets in our solar system? Put yourself to the test with some Play-doh.
Track the sun's position to learn the cardinal directions.
Students will practice being Earth to learn about how our orbit affects what we see.
This interactive lesson will demonstrate the difference between "rotation" and "orbit."
This interactive activity will demonstrate why some planets look like they are traveling backwards.
Learn about the phases of the moon with this tactile activity!
The Earth's tilt is the reason for the season!
You may know your zodiac sign, but do you know your birthday stars?
Do you know the relative sizes of the moons in our solar system? Put yourself to the test with some Play-doh.
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