Bring creativity and curiosity into your science classroom with this engaging, problem-based learning unit! In this digital resource, students will dive deep into the fascinating world of galaxies as they learn about galaxy characteristics and then design a galaxy of their very own.

This unit includes three interactive learning sessions where students read, annotate, and take guided notes on key topics:

• Galaxy Age
• Time of Galaxy Formation
• Galaxy Location in the Universe
• Galaxy Size
  

Students will explore essential astronomy vocabulary and concepts while completing comprehension questions, graphic organizers, and interactive notebook-style activities.

After building their background knowledge, students will apply what they've learned by creating a unique, scientifically-informed galaxy design project. They’ll decide on its size, type, age, location, and formation history — making creative decisions while supporting them with real scientific reasoning.

What’s Included:

• 3 Reading & Guided Notes Sessions
• Interactive Notebook-Style Student Pages
• Vocabulary Lists with Bolded Terms
• Comprehension Questions for Each Topic
• Galaxy Project Planning Sheets
• Final Project Guidelines
  

Why You’ll Love It:

• Problem-based learning promotes critical thinking and problem-solving
• Students get creative while reinforcing essential astronomy content
• Ready-to-use — perfect for 9th grade Astronomy or Earth & Space Science classes
• Low-prep and easily adaptable for in-person or digital classrooms

Spark excitement for space science and let your students design a galaxy of their own!