Activities

Here are activities to help explain some of the principles and phenomena in astronomy. If you have an activity that is not listed here, please send it to us and we will include it.

Moon on a Stick - Learn about the phases of the moon. Ages 7 and older.

Why do Stars Twinkle? - Learn why stars twinkle. Ages 7 and older.

How to Make a Solar System Necklace - Learn a fun and fashionable way for young astronomers to remember the main parts of the Solar System. Ages 6 and older.

Make Your Own Star Bracelet - Another fun and fasionable way to learn. This craft teaches young astronomers about the different types of stars in the universe, how they form, how they die, and how the process starts all over again. Ages 6 and older.

Documents

Here resource documents created for the club membership that
 you may find informative.

Astronomy is for Everyone

Meteoroids, Meteors, Meteorites, and Tektites

PowerPoint

Astronomy Terms, was presented by our club president Dennis Farr, at the last M.A.R.S. club meeting. You may view it On-line, or you have the choice to save it on your local drive to enjoy over and over.
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