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In this activity, young learners explore the basic shapes of constellations by making their own scope out of a cardboard tube and paper with pinpricks. Once constructed, learners hold the scope to a light source to see the constellation pattern coming through holes in the paper. Activity includes step-by-step instructions, print out constellation patterns, and a short explanation of the science behind the activity.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 6 - 11
- Activity, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Cardboard toilet paper or paper towel tube
- Scissors
- Glue Stick
- Pencil
- Printed or drawn Constellation Patterns Page 1
- Printed or drawn Constellation Patterns Page 2
- Crayons, markers, or paint (optional)
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Astronomy
- Stars and Galaxies
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Astronomy
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Physical Sciences
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Vibration and Waves
- Light and Optics
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Vibration and Waves
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
Other
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- All rights reserved, Museum of Science, Boston, 2021