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Astronomy

This collection of STEM resources is based around astronomy.  Resources are listed in order of stage.

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Observing the Sun and the Moon

7 to 14
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How does the time of dawn and dusk vary? What about the Moon, how does that change from night to night? Is the Sun always the same? Gather data to help you explore these questions.

Perfect Eclipse
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Perfect eclipse

Age
14 to 16
Challenge level
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Use trigonometry to determine whether solar eclipses on earth can be perfect.
Construct the solar system
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Construct the solar system

Age
14 to 18
Challenge level
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Make an accurate diagram of the solar system and explore the concept of a grand conjunction.