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This Star In a Box (Paper-Based) activity also includes:
Do stars age gracefully? Young astronomers use colored paper and data on luminosity and temperature to model the changes of a star during its lifetime. They then compare models of stars of different mass and radii.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use to teach the stages of a star's life
- Have pupils create a bulletin board with their models
- Use the provided questions as an in-class quiz
Classroom Considerations
- Collect and prepare materials prior to the activity
Pros
- Can be modified to different grade levels
- Uses modeling to teach a difficult concept
Cons
- None