Moon Phases
The relative positions and motions of Earth, Moon, and Sun can be used to explain observable effects such as seasons, eclipses, and moon phases. Students will learn about these motions…
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Students will explore characteristics of living organisms. Students will learn that offspring have characteristics that are similar to, but not exactly like their parents’ characteristics. NGSS standards: K-LS1-1, 1-LS1-2, 1-LS3-1,…
MoreLCROSS
Students will learn about Moon exploration and the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. Through problem-solving techniques, students will design and engineer a spacecraft based on the Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite…
MoreStates of Matter
The Solar System yields an understanding of the physical characteristics and changes of solid, liquid, and gas states. Primary students will study the properties of each state of matter through…
MoreExoplanet Art
Students will learn about exoplanets and how they are detected, as well as the Kepler telescope and its success in seeking out habitable worlds in our galaxy. Students will explore…
MoreElectric Earth
Students will learn about the Earth’s energy and its uses. Students will understand how electricity moves through wires to create circuits. NGSS standards: 4-PS3-2, 4-PS3-4, 4-ESS3-1, 3-5-ETS1-3, MS-PS3-5, Addresses 21st…
MoreWeather
Weather conditions change because of the uneven heating of Earth’s surface by the Sun’s energy. Students will learn that weather changes are measured by differences in temperature, air pressure, wind,…
MoreHuman Impact on Ecosystems
Human survival depends on the health of Earth’s ecosystems. Students will learn and understand their place and influence on the ecosystem. NGSS standards: MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-2, MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4, HS-LS2-7, HS-LS4-5, HS-LS4-6.…
MoreMining Earth
Students will learn about renewable and non-renewable resources within our planet, as well as possible space mining in the future. NGSS standards: 4-ESS1-1, 4-ESS3-1, 5-ESS3-1, MS-PS1-3, MS-ESS3-1, MS-ESS3-3. Addresses 21st…
MoreHuman Body in Space
The human body is composed of atoms, molecules, cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems that have specific functions and interactions. Students will learn how the human body adapts to long-term…
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