Quilt: Science Grades: 5-8: D1 H1
Quilt: Mathematics Grades: 3-5: H5
Quilt: California Grades: K-5: E1 6-8: E1
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Comets: Very Eccentric Characters | |
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Astronomical distances, even within our own solar system, are very difficult to imagine. In this activity, students create a visual and kinesthetic model of the solar system on a scale that may begin to inspire an awed comprehension of how big space is--and how small Earth is. In addition, students will learn some basic geometry, demonstrating the difference between a circular planetary orbit and an elongated elliptical cometary orbit. | |
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This activity can also be found in:
Quilt: Science Grades: 5-8: D1 H1 Quilt: Mathematics Grades: 3-5: H5 Quilt: California Grades: K-5: E1 6-8: E1 | |
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