Hands-On Astronomy: The Sky in Your Backyard (Self-Paced)
In this 4-lesson course, students will learn how to identify various stars and constellations they can see right from their own backyard. (Ages 7-12)
Course Summary
God made our Universe incredibly fascinating and enormously vast. The celestial bodies (like planets, comets, and galaxies) that make it up are very intriguing and its size can be mind-boggling. In this Hands on Astronomy series, we will investigate the night sky and discuss stars, constellations, and other objects that are visible right in your own backyard. In addition to the video lessons, students will be provided with recording sheets, interactive activities and hands on projects.
**The projects use simple supplies that can typically be found around the house such as paper, cardboard, and paperclips. If the student doesn't have the supplies, they are encouraged to use other items that are available to them.**
Lesson 1-- Best Viewing Techniques
Lesson 2--Northern Hemisphere: Summer Constellations
Lesson 3--Northern Hemisphere: Winter Constellations
Lesson 4--Southern Hemisphere: Summer and Winter Constellations
˗ˏˋ ★ ˎˊ˗ Primary Hands on Project: Constellation viewer
This is an asynchronous self-paced course. There are no live meetings. This type of learning is wonderful for learners who live across different time zones and/or don’t prefer to be on camera.
Instructor: Alana May
Course Curriculum
Course Pricing
Hands On Astronomy: The Sky in Your Backyard (Self
$7 USD
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Students will learn how to identify various stars and constellations they can see right from their own backyard. (Ages 7-12)
