Astronomy

=Grade 8 Astronomy= The Astronomy curriculum for Grade 8 includes the study of the formation and compostion of the universe, the study of celestial objects, and the formation and composition of the Solar System.


 * Topics: **
 * //**Observing the Sky**//, which includes the study of:
 * the origins of astronomy
 * famous astronomers and their contributions
 * constellations
 * telescopes
 * //**Formation of the Solar System**//, which includes the study of:
 * how our Solar System was formed
 * planetary motion
 * suns / stars
 * the formation and composition of the earth
 * //**A Family of Planets**//, which includes the study of:
 * the formation, composition, and motion of the planets
 * //**The Universe Beyond**//, which includes the study of:
 * the formation of the universe
 * the composition and life cycle of stars
 * //**Exploring Space**//, which includes the study of:
 * the history of space exploration
 * current space exploration
 * the tools used for space exploration
 * the human experience in space


 * Resources:**
 * All Astronomy Resources are located [|here].


 * Sample Activities:**
 * [[file:Planet Walk.doc]]
 * [[file:Solar System Project.doc]]