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The Sun and Stars: an astronomy unit for kids!

$12.00

When we study the sun, we realize the crucial role of its energy and light in making all life on Earth possible. When we delve into the star life cycle, we appreciate how the atoms in our bodies once formed as a star exploded in a supernova! When we learn about solar eclipses, we recognize the mechanics behind a unique phenomenon that has made people stare at the sky in awe since the beginning of humanity. Discover all this and more in this hands-on science unit study!

 

What’s Included:
  • Engaging Activities: Thoughtfully designed printable materials for learning activities.
  • Handouts and Readings: Info about star life cycles, the solar system, and more!
  • Posters and Diagrams: Visual aids to spark curiosity and deepen understanding.

 

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When we study the sun, we realize the crucial role of its energy and light in making all life on Earth possible. When we delve into the star life cycle, we appreciate how the atoms in our bodies once formed as a star exploded in a supernova! When we learn about solar eclipses, we recognize the mechanics behind a unique phenomenon that has made people stare at the sky in awe since the beginning of humanity! Discover all this and more in this hands-on sun unit study.

Age group: I created this Sun unit study with universal design and mixed age groups in mind. This unit study is great for upper elementary school through middle school but is easily adapted for use with other age groups as well.

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Materials Included (60-page PDF file)

→ PART 1 – STARS: intro handout, activity ideas, nuclear fusion poster, star types, star life cycles

→ PART 2 – OUR SUN: sun anatomy diagrams, seasons & phenology activity, and food web handout. Plus aurora borealis handout and a word search

→ PART 3 – OUR SOLAR SYSTEM: relative distances lab activity, three part cards, posters, handout

→ PART 4 – SOLAR ECLIPSES: handout, diagrams, and stages of a total solar eclipse. Plus eclipse viewer activity and worksheets.

→ Instructor materials: directions and answer key

+ Bonus materials: online resources & suggestions for expanding upon this unit’s topic are available here.

 

Please Note:

→These materials and all artwork within are for personal and single-classroom use only. Please, do not sell, share, or alter these materials. Please get in touch with me if you are interested in purchasing multiple licenses for your school or organization.

→ This is an instant PDF download. I recommend printing on 8.5-inch by 11-inch paper.

→ Due to the nature of digital products, all purchases are final. However, please get in touch with any concerns about your order.

→ Complete the activities in this unit with adult supervision. Wild Earth Lab is not responsible for the safety of participants completing the activities within this unit.

 

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