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In this activity, participants will learn about how gigantic clouds of gas and dust in space, called nebulas, are formed. They'll create their own colorful model nebula using paint and a spinner. Because of the unique quantities and locations of the materials and the forces that spread them out, each model nebula will be unique—just like each real nebula! Activity includes a facilitation guide with potential misconceptions, Earth & space science infosheets with NASA connections, table sign, activity & content training videos, and an original nebula poster. All public-facing materials also available in Spanish.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 5 to 10 minutes
- Over $20 per group of students
- Ages 4 - adult
- Activity, Model
- English, Spanish
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Neon tempera paints
- Small squeeze bottles (1 for each color)
- Black construction paper circles
- 2 OXO Good Grips salad spinners
- Gel pens
- Activity and facilitator guides
- Information sheets (see activity webpage for links)
- Tips for Leading Hands-on Activities
- Optional: paper towels and old newsprint or brown paper table covering to contain mess
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Astronomy
- Origins of Universe
- Stars and Galaxies
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Solar System
- Origin of Solar System
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Astronomy
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Physical Sciences
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Vibration and Waves
- Light and Optics
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Vibration and Waves
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
Audience
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Foreign language versions of this resource:
Components that are part of this resource:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Source Collection
- NISE Network
Rights:
- Creative Commons: Non-commercial Share Alike (by-nc-sa), Sciencenter,
Funding Sources:
- NASA, NNX10AE05G
- NASA, 80NSSC18M0061