TeachersFirst's Universe and Space - Science Resources

This collection of resources will help you research information about the universe and space. Read the descriptions to find out whether a site sounds right for what you want to know. Some sites may be more challenging reading, while others may offer solid basic information. Be sure to try several sources. Read through the content sites and find lesson ideas and interactives.   

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Amazing Space

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Although this site is archived, the links are functioning and there is still plenty to see and learn.The folks at NASA offer an on-line collection of explanations about comets, galaxies,...more
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Although this site is archived, the links are functioning and there is still plenty to see and learn.The folks at NASA offer an on-line collection of explanations about comets, galaxies, and space exploration. Otudents can dig more deeply into the explanations. Attractive images and movement make this an engaging starting point for an outer space discussion.

tag(s): images (270), planets (111), solar system (108), space (212), stars (65)

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After introducing this site on your whiteboard, engage students by forming small groups and asking them to look at the topics under Lithographs (each one has a little explainer text) and choose one to research further. Next, enhance student learning by having the groups develop a multimedia presentation using Genially, reviewed here; allow students to choose the format for their presentation. With all of the formats you can insert maps, surveys, video, audio, and more.

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