Scale Properties of Objects in Solar System Activity

Looking for an activity to truly address NGSS MS-ESS1-3? This scale properties of objects in the solar system activity is it! Students will analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system and learn more about what celestial objects do and do not have in common.

This is a station activity with 18 data station cards included. Each station includes a data table, a graph, or an infographic about objects in the solar system and a brief reading passage. Students will answer a question at each station by analyzing this information. AWESOME astronomy activity for practicing DATA ANALYSIS and MAKING CLAIMS FROM EVIDENCE!

How It Works:

Students will rotate through 18 stations. Each station has a card with information, data, and one question. Students will use the provided information to answer the question in the claims and evidence format. All answers are written on one consolidated student sheet.

Also includes a Google Slides option to assign!

Station Topics Include Analysis Of:

• Distance to the Sun
• Surface Temperature
• Gravity
• Presence of Rings
• Axis Tilt
• Composition of Atmosphere
• Orbital Period
• Rotation Time
• Lots more – 18 total stations!

Teacher Notes:

• This scale properties of objects in the solar system activity is NOT editable.
• Answer key included.
• Related NGSS Standard: MS-ESS1-3
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Related Standards:

• NGSS MS-ESS1-3: Analyze and interpret data to determine scale properties of objects in the solar system.