Astronomy Unit: Alien Project

In this three-part Astronomy Project, 7th grade students will research their assigned planet, use the research to write an essay, and design a life form that can adapt to life on the planet.



Important Due Dates
Research Worksheet:  Monday, May 15th
Written Essay:   Friday, May 19th
Illustration of Alien:  Tuesday, May 23rd

Recommended Websites
1.  Nasa (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) Living Encyclopedia of Space Exploration
2.  Planets for Kids
3.  SpacePlace (*this link was suggested by Mrs. Feirstein's brother-in-law who works at an Astronomy Observatory)
4.  FactCite - a quick, easy, trustworthy search site for school research containing lots of information!
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