The Focus On Elementary Astronomy Student Textbook, 3rd Edition introduces young students to the scientific discipline of astronomy. Students will learn about the history of astronomy, the telescope, constellations, the Moon and the Sun and their effects on Earth, solar and lunar eclipses, planets and their characteristics, our solar system, neighboring stars, our Milky Way Galaxy, other galaxies, comets, asteroids, nebulae, other objects in space, and more.
The Focus On Elementary Astronomy Student Textbook, 3rd Edition has 12 full color chapters, a glossary-index, and pronunciation guides. Grades K-4.
112 pages.
Twelve chapters covering famous early astronomers and astronomers today, the tools of astronomy, earth in space, eclipses, the moon and sun, planets, constellations, orbits, stars, galaxies, the Milky Way, comets and asteroids, and nebulae. Recommended lab supplies include 2 lenses with different focal lengths, iron filings and items easily found at home. Contact us for full listing.
Short, to the point chapters to keep my son engaged.
I am combining this tangible "Focus On..." science curriculum with the classic science curriculum "Science in the..." by Jay Wile for my First Grader. The goal is to combine ways of thought in the…