Camp Universe - Telescope Kit Included
Kevin Manning
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(49)
Learn from a real astronomer! Looking for a Fun Astronomy Camp done Virtually, well this one's Out of this World! Some of the many outrageous activities include building an actual telescope from a kit provided by the camp.
Class experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
Looking for a Fun Astronomy Camp done Virtually, well this one's Out of this World! With our Camp Universe, children ages 5-13 can be inspired to think big, dream big, and to foster curiosity about an enormous universe in which the boundaries appear unlimited. The spark of interest often ignites in young minds where the ABC's of the universe are brought to light. Exciting week-long sessions for children with lots of fun STEM hands-on activities as they are guided into the mysteries of the...
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
A. Define basic terminology used in astronomy and the space sciences.
1. Subatomic particles
2. Planets & moons
3. Stars & constellations
4. Star clusters, nebulae & galaxies
5. Supermassive black holes
6. Telescopes
B. Understand and state important concepts and principles.
1. Space exploration
2. Colliding galaxies
C. Apply principles to scientific calculations.
1. Speed of light
D. Interpret charts and graphs in evaluating scientific data.
1. Faces of the Moon
E. Demonstrate skill in the use of instruments and scientific reasoning.
1. Particle accelerator
2. Build a telescopeHomework Offered
The provided PDF packet includes a Daily Observation Log and instructions to record actual observations of the night sky in your back yard or area free of too much light.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
1 file available upon enrollmentFor Parents: A packet listing all activities, materials and supplies needed is provided. Please print out and gather all materials together needed for all the activities BEFORE the camp begins. The price of the telescope kit is 100% included in the price of this course, and there are no other fees or costs to you. The telescope kit includes all the parts needed for assembling a fully functional telescope including a high performance glass crown & flint objective lens, tube, focuser, eyepieces and a Barlow lens. Beyond hand holding the telescope for viewing celestial objects, the tube is threaded for any standard camera tripod for mounting it that you will need to have or obtain. Upon enrollment, a telescope kit will be mailed to your home, so a physical address is needed. You can share this information safely using Google forms, and this personal information will only be used for mailing the telescope kit to your home. It will be promptly deleted once it is used for that purpose.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Any book on astronomy, Astronomy and Sky & Telescope magazines.
Average rating:4.8Number of reviews:(49)
Learn from a real astronomer! I teach exciting astronomy classes about different aspects of the universe using incredible photos, awesome video clips, and fun STEM hands-on activities. My passion about the universe really shows. • Astronomer and...
Group Class
$495
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
120 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-10
1-18 learners per class
