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Astronomical Observational Techniques and Devices Science, Grades Pre-K - 12

Earth, Moon, Sun, and Seasons -- Activity
Use this classroom activity to explain the cause of the earth's seasons.
Seasons of the Year
A reference to help you explain the seasons and their relation to the earth's position.
Tracking the Space Station
Encourage your students to catch a glimpse of the space station in the night sky.
It's Only a Paper Moon: Teacher's Guide
In this activity children learn how angular diameters can be used to measure the true diameter...
How Is Space Explored?
Complete statements about space exploration and sequence events in this astronomy printable....
It's Only a Paper Moon -- Student Guide
In this activity children learn how angular diameters can be used to measure the true diameter...
Refracting Telescope
Evaluate students' knowledge of a refracting telescope with this printable. Have students label...
Angular Diameter -- Reading 1
Use this reading reference with the lesson, It's Only a Paper Moon.
Astronomy Through the Ages Mini-Lesson
Use this slideshow to give students a general introduction to astronomy. This mini-lesson...
Scouting Earth/ Moon -- Reading 5
Use this reading reference with the lessons Solar System Scale and Solar System Soup.
Instant Expert: Astronomy
Become an instant expert on astronomy. Find motivational mini-lessons and the reference...
Interactive Astronomy
The Hubble Space Telescope brings the Universe to the classroom.
The Fall Sky -- Looking for Pegasus
Children will construct a constellation viewer and learn about the constellation, Pegasus.
Portable Planetarium
Students use math and science skills to build a planetarium.
How Old Is the Universe?
An article describing how scientists have determined the age of the universe.
Science Fun: Telescope Puzzle
Students cut apart and put together a puzzle of the moon.
History of the Calendar
Learn about the history and purpose of calendars.
Science, Technology, and Society: Time Machine
Students compare the Hubble telescope to a time machine, in order to discuss the concept of...
Telescopes
Explore connections in mathematics and science with this article on telescopes.
Science, Technology and Society: Hubble Happenings
Students learn about the Hubble Telescope and discuss their thoughts on space.

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