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Stellar Explorers: Astronomy Adventures for Young Astronomers
Ms. Norma
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In this 11-week course, students will go on an adventure designed to ignite the imagination and curiosity of young astronomers aged 7-11. Through books, videos, and hands-on activities, students will learn about the wonders of the galaxy.
Class experience
US Grade 2 - 4
Beginner Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Welcome to "Stellar Explorers: Astronomy Adventures for Young Astronomers!" 🚀🌌 Embark on an exciting 11-week journey through the cosmos, where young astronomers aged 7-11 will explore the wonders of the universe, uncovering secrets of distant planets, stars, and galaxies. This immersive course combines interactive learning, hands-on activities, and collaborative exploration to ignite curiosity, inspire creativity, and foster a lifelong love of astronomy. Features to Be Expected: Engaging...
11 lessons//11 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Our Place in The UniverseIntroduction to Astronomy and Our Solar System -Ice breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: Your Place in the Universe by Jason Chin -Video: The Planet Song/Zoom Out to the Universe -Game: Universe Bingo -Activity: Universe paintingWeek 2Lesson 2Exploring the Inner PlanetsMercury, Venus, Earth and Mars -Ice breaker -Lesson -Video: Explore the Solar System: The Rocky Planets -Game: Time to Climb or Kahoot- Inner Planet Quiz -Activity: Make a compassWeek 3Lesson 3Exploring the Outer PlanetsJupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune -Ice breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: The Outer Planets by Mary Jane Wilkins -Video: What are the outer planets? -Game: Time to Climb or Kahoot- Outer Planet Quiz -Activity: Design a PlanetWeek 4Lesson 4Moon MadnessPhases of the Moon and Lunar Features -Ice breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: The Moon Seems to Change -Video: NASA- Tour of the Moon -Game: Quiz Whiz- The Moon -Activity: Phases of the Moon craftWeek 5Lesson 5Cosmic PhenomenaExploring Comets, Asteroids, and Meteor Showers -Ice Breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: DK Night Sky/The Solar System, Meteors, and Comets -Video: Meteor Showers 101 -Game: Time to Climb- Cosmic objects quiz -Activity: Asteroid ImpactWeek 6Lesson 6Twinkle, Twinkle Little StarDifferent Kinds of Stars and Life Cycle of a Star -Ice Breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars, and the Distant Stars -Video: Stars 101 -Game: Star life cycle identification -Activity: Life cycle of a star balloonsWeek 7Lesson 7Starry NightConstellations -Ice breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: Stars by David Armentrout -Video: Constellation: Connect the Dots in the Sky; short of the biggest star -Game: Starry night scavenger hunt Activity: Marshmallow starsWeek 8Lesson 8Beyond Our Solar System- Part OneIntroduction to Black Holes -Ice Breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars, and the Distant Stars -Video: What is a black hole? -Game: Fall Into a Black Hole -Activity: Creating a black holeWeek 9Lesson 9Beyond Our Solar System- Part TwoIntroduction to Galaxies -Ice Breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars, and the Distant Stars -Video: The Milky Way- Spaced Out -Game: Matching- Types of Galaxies -Activity: Pinwheel galaxyWeek 10Lesson 10Space ExplorationHistory of Space Exploration and Future Missions -Ice Breaker -Lesson -Read aloud: Space Exploration: From Rockets to Space Stations -Video: How does GPS work? and/or Spitzer and NASA’s ‘Great Observatories’ Space Telescopes -Game: Relay: A Laser-Based Space Communications Game -Activity: Rocket craft/Origami rocketWeek 11Lesson 11Galactic GalaReview and Presentations -Ice Breaker -Lesson -Reflection and Discussion: Children share their favorite moments, discoveries, and what they've learned over the past 10 weeks. -Stellar Showcase: Virtual "stellar showcase" where children's artwork, crafts, models, and any other creations inspired by the course will be displayed in a slideshow. -Game: Final Time to Climb or Kahoot -Virtual Star Party: We will take a peek into the sky with a virtual planetarium.
1. Develop Basic Knowledge of Astronomy: Goal: Introduce elementary-age students to fundamental concepts in astronomy and space science. Objectives: Identify the planets in our solar system and describe their basic characteristics. Understand the concept of day and night, seasons, and phases of the moon. Recognize the role of the Sun as the central star in our solar system and its importance to life on Earth. Explore the concept of stars, galaxies, and the vastness of the universe. 2. Foster Curiosity and Wonder about Space: Goal: Cultivate a sense of curiosity, wonder, and appreciation for the beauty and mystery of space among elementary-age students. Objectives: Engage students in hands-on activities, interactive experiments, and virtual experiences that spark curiosity about space exploration. Encourage students to ask questions, make observations, and explore their own interests in space science. Stimulate imagination and creativity through art projects and other activities related to space exploration. 3. Encourage Collaboration and Communication Skills: Goal: Promote collaboration, teamwork, and effective communication skills among elementary-age students. Objectives: Collaborate with peers on cooperative activities and shared exploration of space. Practice effective communication skills by sharing ideas, asking questions, and presenting findings to classmates.
I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Howard University. After graduation I taught one year in 2nd grade before moving to join the kindergarten team for 5 years. I decided to leave the classroom when my first son was born but my passion for teaching and learning have never dissipated. I now homeschool both of my sons, ages 6 and 9 and have taught multiple online classes since 2020. I love teaching and learning all things especially science!
Homework Offered
I will post extra resources in the form of videos or worksheets that correlate with the week's theme. Students can explore these resources at their leisure. Nothing is due for class or will be graded.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
There will be some quizzes in the form of games done in class. There will not be assessments in each class.Grades Offered
Week 1 -Universe Bingo print out -Pencils/crayons/etc OR small objects to mark bingo board -Blank paper -Paint (watercolor or other) -Paintbrushes Week 2 (optional); if they don't have these supplies, they can watch the demonstration -Paper clip -Scissors -Magnet -Cup or bowl -Small piece of aluminum foil Week 3 -Design a planet print out -Drawing tools (pencil, crayons, etc.) Week 4 -Phases of the moon print out -Drawing tools -Scissors -Glue Week 5 -Baking dish or other dish to hold flour -Flour -Cocoa powder -Small objects (marbles, nuts, small balls, pebbles, coins, etc) Week 6 -Balloon in any one of these colors: RED, ORANGE, YELLOW, or BLUE -Life cycle of a star print out Week 7 -Mini marshmallows -Toothpicks -Constellation print out Week 8 -Uninflated Balloon (if child can blow themselves); if not, please inflate to a medium size NOT TO ITS MAX -Aluminum (enough to cover the whole balloon) -Sharp pencil Week 9 -Pinwheel galaxy print out -Pipe cleaner -Popsicle stick or chopsticks -Scissors Week 10 -Straw -Rocket print out -Tape -Coloring tools Week 11 -None
Students will have to use scissors and paper clips in some sessions. There will also be activities which may require small objects such as magnets and marbles. Please monitor your child while handling these particular materials. If you do not want your child to participate in a particular activity or do not have a specific material, your child will still be able to see the activity being performed by me, the teacher.
Hi everyone! My name is Ms. Norma and I am a former kindergarten teacher turned homeschooling mother. I live in Maryland with my husband and two boys, aged 6 and 9. I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and a Master of Arts in...
Group Class
$17
weekly or $187 for 11 classes1x per week, 11 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-11
2-7 learners per class
