Star science

Like most preschool fascinations, I’m not entirely sure how it began. It might have been the Star Gazing Discovery Bottles I made last month, or the fact that they are in bed before they actually appear in the sky every night. Whatever the cause – studying stars has become the…

This Magic Toothpick Star Experiment is such a fun experiment for the kids. It's a super simple way to have the kids create magic on their very own.

This weekend's "helical rising of Sirius" is a good way to learn about the brightest star in the night sky.

The constellations of Ursa Major and Ursa Minor and the North Star.Have you ever looked up at the night sky and been completely awestruck by the stars? Perhaps you have a favorite constellation?Many people are familiar with the Big Dipper, however, despite popular belief, this grouping of stars isn't a constellation. The Big Dipper is…

These crystal stars made from pipe cleaners and a simple borax solution are SO COOL. And they're really easy to make! Leave them overnight and crystals magically form! Borax Crystal Star Ornaments OK you guys, I think I've fallen in love with another kids activity. These borax ornaments are so easy to make, and they look SO COOL when they're done! It takes a few hours to grow the crystals, but the actual work involved with putting them together is really fast. We whipped up our crystal stars…

Do you know the difference between a pulsar and a quasar? Or how about the history of their discovery? A pulsar (portmanteau of pulsating star) is a highly magnetized, rotating neutron star that emits a beam of electromagnetic radiation. This radiation can only be observed when the beam of emission is pointing toward the Earth,...

constellation sewing cards and learning activity for kids - free printable educational science activity

This star craft for kids of all ages makes a cool constellations telescope with things you have around the house. This constellations for kids project is

This Space Science Lesson Unit will have your little learners shooting for the stars with excitement! Teach them all about space with this printable lesson!