Little Explorers in Space
Imaginative lessons introduce basic ideas about space and our solar system through fun storytelling.
Description : This imaginative course introduces early astronomy by using storytelling and hands‑on projects to explore the night sky, simple models of the solar system, and the idea of planets and stars.
Category : Science
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Exploring the Night Sky
Section 1: Moon Magic
- Lesson 1: Moon Phases
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Moon Phases
- Lesson 2: Observing the Moon
Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Observing the Moon
Section 2: Star Gazing
- Lesson 1: Identifying Stars
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Identifying Stars
- Lesson 2: Twinkling Lights
Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Twinkling Lights
Section 3: Cosmic Patterns
- Lesson 1: Simple Constellations
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Simple Constellations
- Lesson 2: Connecting the Dots
Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 Connecting the Dots
Section 4: Lunar Landscapes
- Lesson 1: Surface Features of the Moon
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 Surface Features of the Moon
- Lesson 2: Craters and Plains
Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Craters and Plains
Section 5: Night Sky Stories
- Lesson 1: Myths of the Moon and Stars
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 Myths of the Moon and Stars
- Lesson 2: Storytelling Under the Stars
Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Storytelling Under the Stars
Module 2: Our Solar System Basics
Section 1: Meet the Sun
- Lesson 1: The Sun – Our Bright Star
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 The Sun – Our Bright Star
- Lesson 2: How the Sun Lights Our World
Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 How the Sun Lights Our World
Section 2: Planet Introductions
- Lesson 1: What Are Planets?
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 What Are Planets?
- Lesson 2: Comparing Planet Sizes
Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Comparing Planet Sizes
Section 3: Our Home Planet
- Lesson 1: Earth: Our Special Blue Planet
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Earth: Our Special Blue Planet
- Lesson 2: How Earth is Different
Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 How Earth is Different
Section 4: Small Space Neighbors
- Lesson 1: Moons, Comets, and Asteroids
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Moons, Comets, and Asteroids
- Lesson 2: Meteors and Shooting Stars
Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Meteors and Shooting Stars
Section 5: Simple Space Observation
- Lesson 1: Using Binoculars for the Sky
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Using Binoculars for the Sky
- Lesson 2: Drawing What You See
Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Drawing What You See
Module 3: Planetary Adventures
Section 1: A Visit to Mercury
- Lesson 1: Meeting Mercury
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Meeting Mercury
- Lesson 2: Mercury’s Hot Surface
Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 Mercury’s Hot Surface
Section 2: Journey to Venus
- Lesson 1: Discovering Venus
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Discovering Venus
- Lesson 2: Clouds and Bright Skies on Venus
Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Clouds and Bright Skies on Venus
Section 3: Red Planet – Mars
- Lesson 1: Exploring Mars
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Exploring Mars
- Lesson 2: Mars in Our Stories
Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Mars in Our Stories
Section 4: Giant Gas Planets
- Lesson 1: Learning About Jupiter
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Learning About Jupiter
- Lesson 2: Saturn’s Beautiful Rings
Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Saturn’s Beautiful Rings
Section 5: Distant Wonders
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Uranus and Neptune
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 Introduction to Uranus and Neptune
- Lesson 2: Fun Facts About Distant Worlds
Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Fun Facts About Distant Worlds
Module 4: Hands-On Science Tools
Section 1: Building Simple Telescopes
- Lesson 1: Gathering Materials for a Telescope
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Gathering Materials for a Telescope
- Lesson 2: Assembling a Basic Telescope
Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Assembling a Basic Telescope
Section 2: Crafting a Solar System Model
- Lesson 1: Collecting Everyday Materials
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Collecting Everyday Materials
- Lesson 2: Constructing Your Model
Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Constructing Your Model
Section 3: Exploring with Binoculars
- Lesson 1: How Binoculars Work
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 How Binoculars Work
- Lesson 2: Outdoor Binocular Activity
Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Outdoor Binocular Activity
Section 4: Light and Shadows
- Lesson 1: Playing with Shadows and Light
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Playing with Shadows and Light
- Lesson 2: Simple Science of Light
Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Simple Science of Light
Section 5: Creative Space Crafts
- Lesson 1: Crafting Paper Planets
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Crafting Paper Planets
- Lesson 2: Decorating Your Solar System
Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Decorating Your Solar System
Module 5: Star Stories and More
Section 1: Tales of the Cosmos
- Lesson 1: The Story of the Big Dipper
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 The Story of the Big Dipper
- Lesson 2: Legends of Orion
Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Legends of Orion
Section 2: Imaginary Space Adventures
- Lesson 1: Adventure to a Faraway Planet
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Adventure to a Faraway Planet
- Lesson 2: Imagining Friendly Aliens
Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Imagining Friendly Aliens
Section 3: Heroes in Space
- Lesson 1: Astronaut Adventures
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 Astronaut Adventures
- Lesson 2: Discovering Space Pioneers
Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Discovering Space Pioneers
Section 4: Art in the Stars
- Lesson 1: Drawing Your Favorite Constellation
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Drawing Your Favorite Constellation
- Lesson 2: Painting a Night Sky
Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Painting a Night Sky
Section 5: Review and Reflect
- Lesson 1: Recap of Our Space Journey
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Recap of Our Space Journey
- Lesson 2: Sharing Our Own Space Stories
Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Sharing Our Own Space Stories