Astronomy Stars and Constellations Huge Unit for Middle School Science

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Description
Are you having a hard time teaching your students about the constellations in the night sky? Here is your answer. Classroom-tested for many years. Students have informed me years later that they still look at the night sky.

Complete discussion questions with answers to engage your students!

Objectives

Become familiar with the constellations visible in the Northern Hemisphere

Observe the constellations visible on a particular night.

Your students will learn how to make an astrolabe and star charts.

Included also 3 labs.

Detailed instructions on how to make star grazing safe.

2 Graphic organizers which students can complete for extra credit or keep as emergency sub plans.

Materials

Large Index Card

Protractor

String 30 cm

Large Metal Hex Nut

Tape

Plastic Drinking Straw

Magnetic compass

Drawing compass

Construction paper

Colored pencils

Protractor

Metric ruler

Tennis ball

Basket Ball or soccer ball

Bunsen burner

Googles

Picture Wire

Pliers

SCI.K.8.C

Earth and space. The student knows that there are recognizable patterns in the natural world and among objects in the sky. The student is expected to: observe, describe, and illustrate objects in the sky such as the clouds, Moon, and stars, including the Sun.

Total Pages
19 pages
Answer Key
Included
Teaching Duration
2 Weeks