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Expectations
- 8 Constellations to know: Ursa Major, Ursa Minor, Cassiopeia, Orion, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Gemini, Taurus, Leo
- 6 Stars to know: Polaris, Betelgeuse, Rigel, Sirius, Pollux, Castor
- Define: Astronomy, Constellation, Light Year, Nebula, Supernova,
Video Lessons:
- Stellarium – (free stargazing software – download here)
- Introduction (Defines Astronomy, constellations) [worksheet]
- Part 1 – Dippers & Cassiopeia [worksheet]
- Part 2 – Orion Region (Orion, Canis Major, Canis Minor, Gemini, Taurus) [worksheet]
- Part 3 – Leo [worksheet]
- Part 4 – Distances in Space (light years)
- Part 5 – Life Cycle of a Star (Nebula, Red Giant, Supernova)
Review Material
- Night Sky View A – identify stars and constellations [Key]
- Night Sky View B – identify stars and constellations [Key]
Artwork by Zooey M.
