Harding Middle School The Universe Ms. Thompson / Ms. Hoy Grade 7

Objectives: A. to describe the characteristics of the planets in our solar system B. to learn about other objects that orbit the sun C. to conceptualize the vastness of the universe, its galaxies and stars D. to learn how to use technology --  computers and the Internet -- to locate scientific knowledge

• NASA - A starting point for all your space needs.
• Introduction to Windows to the Universe - Almost everything you need for searches on the solar system, universe, and the planets.
• Introduction to Cosmology - Also from NASA
• The Nine Planets - Information about all the planets and their moons.
• Views of the Solar System - Information about the planets, meteorites, comets, asteroids, and the people who were involved with astronomy who gave great contributions.
• Novae and Supernovae - YAHOO listing of sites that have information about novae and supernovae.
• Black Holes - YAHOO listing of sites that have information about black holes.
• Inquirer's Guide to the Universe
• Cassini: Voyage to Saturn - Constructed for the NASA mission to Saturn.

• OneSearch (Outside the Library OPLIN databases require an Ohio public library card for access.)

• Encarta Online
• Funk and Wagnalls

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