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Human-powered Orrery
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In this space science activity, learners work together to create a human-powered orrery to model the movements of the four inner planets.
The Thousand-Yard Model
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This is a classic exercise for visualizing the scale of the Solar System.
Four of the States of Matter
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This kinesthetic science demonstration introduces learners to four states of matter: solid, liquid, gas, and plasma.
Changing Shadows
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In this sunny day, outdoor activity, learners observe changes in shadows over time. The activity also helps to develop a sense of the Earth's motion.
Getting There!: Navigation and Trajectory
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In this two-part activity, learners map a navigation plan to get from Earth to Mars and back. In activity one, learners represent the orbital paths of Earth through dance and dramatic movement.
Build a Solar System
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In this activity, learners make a scale model of the Solar System and learn the real definition of "space." Learners use the online calculator to create an appropriate scale to use as a basis for thei
Sky Time: Kinesthetic Astronomy
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Through a series of simple body movements, learners gain insight into the relationship between time and astronomical motions of Earth (rotation about its axis, and orbit around the Sun), and also abou