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Searching the Night Sky

Searching the Night Sky

$20.00

In this unit study, we will explore astronomy through a look at the night sky. Some topics will include: the history of astronomy, life cycle of stars, stargazing tools, and constellations.

Games, interactive websites, interesting videos and creative assignments make this a fun and engaging unit study for students.

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In the Searching the Night Sky Unit Study, we will explore astronomy through a look at the night sky. Some topics will include: the history of astronomy, life cycle of stars, stargazing tools, and constellations. Students can work through all the assignments in each module – or just the ones they choose (or parents assign).

The four modules will cover the following topics:

Module 1 – Astronomical History
Module 2 – Stargazing Tools
Module 3 – Constellations
Module 4 – Deep Sky Objects

Activities will include reading articles, watching videos, playing games/quizzes, doing hands-on activities, and completing engaging projects. The module projects will allow students to explore topics in more depth through model construction, research, experiments, star journals, etc. Students will present their project in a digital format–a poster, video, picture, slideshow, etc. for a chance to win a gift card!


The content in this night sky unit study varies in difficulty so there’s something for everyone! The fun games and interesting facts make it appealing to a variety of ages. This unit study is self-paced. Most of the activities are done online, although there are a few things to do offline (e.g. stargazing).

Recommended age: 4th-8th grade

More Astronomy Resources

  • Searching the Solar System – this unit study focuses on the planets of the solar system
  • The Astronomy Bundle includes both this unit study and Searching the Solar System and you will save some money purchasing them together

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