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THE UNIVERSE: AN ASTRONOMY QUIZ/ GRADES 6-12, MG, GIFTED & ASTRONOMY CLUB
This is an interesting quiz about the universe with pertinent facts. The universe appears to be expanding. Black holes are still an amazement, as well. There is so much to learn! Should astronomy be brought down to a lower grade in high school, rather than just a course in general science? Use this quiz for a homework assignment. Students can research the topics. This quiz has an answer key. Thanks so much for visiting and supporting our humble shop.
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Astronomy, Science
CCSS, NGSS
CCRA.L.3
, CCRA.L.6
, MS-PS3-2
Colonizing Mars Debate - Earth and Space Science - MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this physics / Earth and space science discussion activity on colonizing and terraforming Mars, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about Earth and space science! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum. Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss the risks and benefits of space exploration to Mars. In the process, they must consider environme
5th - 7th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences
CCSS, NGSS
SL.6.1
, SL.6.1a
, SL.6.1b
+26
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
QUIZ: FACTS ABOUT ASTEROIDS W/ FREE SCIENCE WRITING RESEARCH PROMPT
This is a quiz about asteroids. It contains many pertinent and interesting facts about asteroids. Use this quiz for an extra credit mark in science, use it for a take home assessment, or for an open slot in a computer lab. An answer key is provided. (There are many asteroids between Mars and Jupiter!) Also, there is a free science writing research prompt attached about asteroids v. comets! Astronomy is amazing! It is our new frontier.
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Astronomy, Science
Asteroid Mining Debate - Chemical Reactions - 8-10 MYP Middle School Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this chemistry / earth and space science discussion activity on asteroid mining, recommended for grade 8-10 students learning about chemical reactions and bonding! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum. Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss the benefits and risks associated with harvesting resources in space. In the process, they will discuss m
8th - 10th
Astronomy, Chemistry
CCSS, NGSS
SL.6.1
, SL.6.1a
, SL.6.1b
+24
Extraterrestrial Life Debate - Characteristics of Living Things - MYP Science
Get your middle school science class talking with this biology / earth and space science discussion activity on extraterrestrial life, recommended for grade 5-7 students learning about the characteristics of life! Designed with MYP in mind but appropriate for any middle school, high school, international, or homeschool STEM curriculum. Students take on one of 5 character roles to discuss the possibility that alien life exists in our universe. In the process, they will explore the characteri
5th - 7th
Astronomy, Biology
CCSS, NGSS
SL.6.1
, SL.6.1a
, SL.6.1b
+21
Also included in: Full Year Debate Discussion Bundle - Grade 5-7 MYP Middle School Science
Hurricane Season Science | Weather Patterns, Safety & Data | K–12, TEKS-Aligned
Description: Turn the peak of Hurricane Season (September) into a real-world science investigation. Students learn how hurricanes form, track storms, and build safety awareness. Elementary: Identify hurricane traits (wind, rain, flooding), draw safety kits, and share family preparedness plans.Middle School: Plot storm tracks, calculate distances traveled, and graph hurricanes by category.High School: Analyze NOAA data, compare storm intensity over decades, and eval
K - 12th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Environment
Patriot Day STEM Challenge | Engineering & Building Resilience | K–12, TEKS
Description: Honor Patriot Day (September 11) with a hands-on STEM challenge that explores resilience and engineering for safety. Elementary: Build and test simple paper towers, then reflect on what made them strong.Middle School: Design popsicle-stick bridges, test weight capacity, and connect to real rebuilding efforts.High School: Create blueprints or prototypes of disaster-resilient buildings, research real-world materials, and present designs with reflections.
K - 12th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Environment
TED Talk: How does your smartphone know your location?- Wilton L. Virgo
This high school physics resource explores how GPS technology works through atomic clocks, quantum mechanics, and relativity. Students analyze real-world applications of advanced science concepts in everyday devices. Includes • 20 discussion and comprehension questions • Analytical essay prompt • Structured essay with paragraph guidance and sentence starters • Classroom debate activity • Critical thinking discussion questions Grades: 8–12 | Print-and-go
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Astronomy, Computer Science - Technology, Other (Science)
TED Talk: The beginning of the universe for beginners- Tom Whyntie
This high school resource explores the origins of the universe, including the Big Bang, cosmic expansion, and how particle physics helps scientists study the earliest moments of time. Best for: Physics, Astronomy, Earth Science, STEM Includes: • 20 discussion and comprehension questions • Analytical essay prompt • Structured essay with paragraph guidance and sentence starters • Classroom debate activity • Critical thinking discussion questions Grades: 9–12, College, Adult Ed | Print-and-go
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Physics
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