Night Sky: an astronomy and stargazing unit for kids!

Description

Why Choose Wild Earth Lab?

Drawing on my environmental science background, I create accurate, engaging resources that make teaching easier. Original, thoughtfully designed visuals and hands-on activities help bring the real experience of being a scientist into your classroom.

Age Range

Designed with flexibility in mind, these materials can be adapted for learners from elementary and middle school, making them suitable for mixed-age groups.

What’s Included?

(70 PDF pages total)

• PART 1: INTRO:
  • • Introductory reading
    • Objects in the night sky handout
    • Biggest-to-smallest in space poster
    • Biggest-to-smallest in space activity
    • Solar system poster
    • List of night sky-themed art projects, crafts, snacks, and more.
• PART 2: THE MOON:
  • • Moon introductory handout and poetry activity
    • Relative size poster (Earth vs Moon)
    • Moon math problems worksheet
    • Moon phases diagram
    • Unlabeled moon phases diagram for practice
    • Moon phases spinner
    • Moon phase tracking calendar
    • Moon phase sketches activity – sketch the relative positions of the Earth, Moon, and Sun
    • Moon phases three-part cards
• PART 3: LUNAR ECLIPSE:
  • • Eclipse reading
    • Lunar eclipse diagrams (2)
    • Unlabeled diagram copies for practice
    • Lunar eclipse observations worksheet
• PART 4: STARS & CONSTELLATIONS:
  • • Stars & constellations readings (2)
    • Star color & temperature chart
    • Constellation posters (2)
    • Snack activity: directions for making edible constellations!
    • Three-part constellation cards
    • Constellation info cards w/ mythology & tips for finding each constellation!
• PART 5: GAMES & FIELD TRIP:
  • • Word searches (2)
    • Crossword puzzle
    • Field Trip: night sky viewing
      • Directions
      • Worksheets
• Instructor materials: directions and answer keys
• Access to additional online materials: background information and more ways to expand on this topic.

Bundle & Save

This unit is also included in my Space Bundle.

Good to Know

• Single-classroom use: Materials are for personal and single-classroom use only and may not be shared or distributed. Contact me about multiple licenses for schools or organizations.
• Digital product: This is an instant PDF download, designed for printing on standard 8.5 × 11-inch paper. Due to the nature of digital products, purchases are non-refundable.
• Adult supervision: Activities should be completed with appropriate adult supervision.
• Terms & Conditions: See the full terms & conditions.