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Elementary astronomy resources for Easel Assessments
The Solar System Planets Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the solar system describes the 8 planets that orbit our sun in language your students will understand! It explores characteristics of:MercuryVenusEarthMarsJupiterSaturnUranusNeptuneThe passage comes with 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. It includes color and black line illustrations to accommodate black and white printing. The passage also has a companion YouT
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Night and Day Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about night and day explains:that night and day are caused by the rotation of the Earth on its axiswhy the sun appears to change position at different times of daywhy there are more daylight hours in the summer than in the winterThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printi
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Solar System Activities Reading Passages Worksheets Project Phases of the Moon
This complete unit about the Solar System is designed to help kids learn about the planets, phases of the moon, and two famous astronauts: Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride. With our kid-friendly reading passages and activities, your students will have hours of astronomical fun!It has leveled reading passages, comprehension questions, hands-on activities, a pacing guide, video links, a flip book, fact flaps, vocabulary posters, character studies on Neil Armstrong and Sally Ride, a unit test, answer
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
Stars and Constellations - Three Lesson Mini-Unit
Stars and Constellations is a three lesson mini-unit complete with three lesson plans, 9 printable worksheets and activities, a unit quiz and a 40 slide animated power point that your students will love! I designed all of my lessons involving Earth in Space and Time to go along with an interactive animated power point that will help engage your students with great visuals and opportunities for learning. All three of these lessons have animated power point slides to guide you through the lesson.
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Grades:
1st - 2nd
NGSS:
1-ESS1-1
Mars Virtual Field Trip Explore the Mars Rover
Take a virtual field trip to space and to Mars and explore the Mars Rover. Perfect activities, worksheets, and tasks for middle and high schoolers for Mars and Space Science. This PRINT and Go resource is perfect for distance learning or classroom use to help students explore and take a field trip without ever having to leave the classroom. All questions and activities can be answered from exploring the virtual field trip site. Rather than just look around using the 360 view, these tasks give
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Grades:
4th - 12th
The Moon Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage describes Earth's moon including details about:the size of the moonthe moon's distance from Earthtemperature changes from day to nightthe length of a year on the moonmoon phasesgravityThis resource includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show the video before or after reading the passage to increase student comprehen
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Solar and Lunar Eclipses Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage explains solar and lunar eclipses, including:solar eclipses happen when the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow on Earth's surfacelunar eclipses happen when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, blocking sunlight from reaching the moonvocabulary such as umbra, penumbra, total eclipse, and partial eclipseThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions -
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
The Sun Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the sun: explains the suns importance as the center of our solar systemdescribes what the sun is made ofdiscusses its approximate size, temperature, and distance from EarthIt includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Slides. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. The passage also has a companion YouTube video. Show th
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
The Sun and Stars PowerPoint - Editable - Earth Space Science
Completely EDITABLE PowerPoint presentation including content and review questions on... The SunThe StarsCharacteristics of StarsThe Sun's Energy (heat and light)Using a Telescope to See StarsThere are also animations on each slide, so you can walk through the PowerPoint one line at a time. Check out the preview for a look at it all!11/30/21 Added an Easel assessment*****************************************************************************Other Science PowerPoints from The Berry Hill:Physical
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: Science PowerPoints BUNDLE! - Editable - 2nd, 3rd, 4th Grades
The Apollo 11 Moon Landing Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969 is a perfect blend of science and history. It tells the story of:astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins journey to the moonthe landing of the Eagle lunar module on the moon's surfacethe dangers the mission involveditems left on the moon and samples brought back to EarthThe passage includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL
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3rd - 6th
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Seasons Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage about what causes the seasons explains:Earth is tilted at an angle, not straight up and down, as it rotatesEarth travels in an orbit around the sun each yearas it orbits, half of Earth is tilted away from the sun and the other half is tilted towards the sun this tilt affects the number of daylight hours and the amount of heat the Earth receives from the sun and causes the 4 seasons: winter, spring, summer, and autumn (or fall)while one of half of Earth experie
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Grades:
4th - 7th
Types:
NGSS:
3-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
NASA Astronauts Space & International Space Station Virtual Field Trip & Quiz
Looking for an activity about NASA's work in space, astronauts and/or the International Space Station? Let your students take a Virtual Field trip! Topics include: current missions, create a rocket, Newton's Laws of Motion in Space, Studying Climate Change from space, Apollo 11, life on the international space station and what it takes to become an astronaut. Students will also tour various NASA sites around the country and observe NASA's current images from space.What's included? 2 digital choi
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Virtual Field Trip Value Bundle End of School Year Learning Activities
Earth’s Place in the Universe - Science Test Review Task Cards 5.ESS1 - TNReady
Planning your TNReady test prep lessons? This resource is perfect for reviewing Earth’s Place in the Universe with your 5th Grade Science class! Try these cards in a gallery walk, game of Scoot, or as a self-checking assignment with Google Classroom. This set of 20 task cards is modeled after item sampler and practice test questions. It is aligned with Tennessee state standard 5.ESS1: Earth’s Place in the Universe. The following TN Science standard objectives are addressed:1) Explain that differ
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Grades:
5th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS1-2
, 5-ESS1-1
, 4-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-1
Pluto Informative Writing Prompt and Reading Comprehension with Text Evidence
Searching for a no-prep informative writing prompt and reading comprehension activity about Pluto to use during your reading and writing instruction? This resource can be used for whole group instruction, small groups, assessment, early finishers, substitute teacher days, and ELA rotations or centers. Printable and digital versions are both included, plus it's ready to use in Easel!➡️ Click here to check out the bundle and save 50%!What's Included in the Printable Version:Teaching TipsWriting Fo
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2nd - 5th
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Earth Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage describes planet Earth including: its sizeits distance from the sunthe length of a year and a daymany more interesting facts that make our planet truly uniqueIt includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and a 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. This reading passage is part of a growing collection of science reading pa
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Keri's Custom Science Shorts Reading Comprehension Bundle
Outer Space Worksheets to Study Scale Models and Vast Distances
Enhance your space unit with Outer Space Worksheets designed to elucidate scale models and vast distances in the cosmos. Perfect for Astronomy or Earth Science classrooms, these engaging worksheets inject humor into the exploration of outer space concepts, making learning enjoyable for students.Included in this comprehensive resource is a reading packet covering planet distances, scale models, astronomical units, and light years, all presented with student-friendly humor to captivate students' a
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Grades:
5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS1-3
Also included in: Space Unit Activities BUNDLE
Design Moon City Activities | Space | Recycle | Environment | Solar | Nonfiction
What could be more thrilling and inspiring than designing a Moon base complete with recycling stations? Engage your students with captivating and educational moon city activities that explore the fascinating fields of space, recycling, environmental sustainability, and solar energy in this comprehensive nonfiction resource. Elevate your classroom with this Environment & Astronomy Challenge and inspire the next generation of space enthusiasts and environmental advocates.The idea of building a
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
Types:
NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Pluto Reading Comprehension Passage PRINT and DIGITAL
This easy to read, one page passage all about the dwarf planet Pluto explains: how and when Pluto was discoveredwhy Pluto is considered a dwarf planet instead of a planetPluto's size, the length of a year and a day, and what the dwarf planet is made ofThis download includes 10 multiple choice reading comprehension questions, an answer key, and 2 self-scoring digital versions - EASEL and Google Forms. Color and black line illustrations are included to accommodate black and white printing. This re
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3rd - 6th
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The Apollo 11 Moon Landing: A Giant Leap for Humankind Reading Passage
The Apollo 11 Moon Landing: A Giant Leap for Humankind Reading Comprehension PassageEmbark on an educational journey to the stars with "The Apollo 11 Moon Landing: A Giant Leap for Humankind." Tailored for students in 3rd to 6th grade, this comprehensive resource offers an illuminating reading passage, engaging multiple-choice questions, true or false statements, and convenient answer keys. Explore the monumental achievement of the Apollo 11 mission, the astronauts who made history, and the impa
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Texas Science Marvels: 6th Grade Reading Comprehension Adventure Bundle
Moon Phases Board Game
Students review the phases of the moon including illustrations, diagrams and multiple-choice questions in this board game. Print Download includes:56 question cards that are numbered and have the answer in the lower right hand corner for immediate feedback. *Students read each other the question and can show the illustrations while holding a thumb over the answerGameboard (color & outline) with pitfalls and advantagesScoot & Tic-Tac-Toe Alternate GamesAnchor Chart – with illustrated moon
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5th - 8th
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Printable Space Board Game | Classroom Activity or Distance Learning
Ready-to-print space board game is hilarious fun! Learn about planets, stars, gravity, asteroids, the solar system, craters, orbits, eclipses, astronomy history, seasons, and more. This perfect for an earth and space science unit.The gorgeous board prints on 4 sheets of regular paper which can be taped, glued and/or laminated together. One hundred and twenty question cards are included which are fun and funny! Some cards ask kids to complete poems, idioms, jokes, and more in addition to standard
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
5-ESS1-1
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
, MS-ESS1-1
Also included in: Space Unit Activities BUNDLE
Exploring the Universe: Types of Galaxies Reading Comprehension Activity
Exploring the Universe: Types of Galaxies Reading Comprehension ActivityUnlock the mysteries of the universe with our engaging and educational "Exploring the Universe: Types of Galaxies Reading Comprehension Activity." This comprehensive resource is perfect for students in grades 3 through 9, offering a detailed look into the different types of galaxies and their unique characteristics. This resource includes an informative reading passage, multiple-choice questions, true or false statements, an
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3rd - 9th
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Exploring Seasonal Constellations Reading Comprehension Passage
Exploring Seasonal Constellations Reading Comprehension PassageTake your students on a journey through the mesmerizing world of seasonal constellations with this comprehensive resource. The informative reading passage delves into the captivating realm of celestial formations that grace the night sky throughout the year. From the majestic Orion in winter to the ethereal Andromeda in autumn, students will discover the beauty and significance of these stellar patterns.Key Features:Informative Readi
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
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Exploring Spring vs. Neap Tide: Understanding Oceanic Phenomena Reading Passage
Exploring Spring vs. Neap Tide: Understanding Oceanic Phenomena Reading Comprehension PassageDive into the fascinating world of oceanic phenomena with our comprehensive resource, "Exploring Spring vs. Neap Tide: Understanding Oceanic Phenomena." This resource offers an in-depth exploration of the differences between spring and neap tides, providing students with essential knowledge about tidal dynamics and their impact on coastal environments. Perfect for educators seeking to engage students in
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
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