In August, observe
the Perseids!
The Perseids is typically the most visible meteor shower for northern observers, although it will be hampered by moonlight in 2009. Named because its streaks of light appear to originate near the constellation Perseus, the Perseids meteor shower occurs when Earth’s orbit crosses the tail of debris from Comet Swift-Tuttle.
Graphic Organizers:
- Comparison of comets and asteroids
- “Graphic Organizers” are T-charts and Venn diagrams that compare and contrast various celestial objects and phenomena. The downloadable organizers are available in teacher versions (full chart) and student versions (blank organizer with images). This T-chart shows the similarities and differences between asteroids and comets.
Myths vs. realities:
- Solar system
- “Myths vs. realities” is a collection of common misconceptions about celestial objects and phenomena. The misconception is stated in the “myth” while the “reality” explains the true situation. “Myths vs. realities: Solar system” addresses common misconceptions about the solar system.
Q&A:
- Our solar system
- “Q&As” is a collection of questions that might be asked about various celestial objects and phenomena. “Q&A: Our solar system” provides answers to questions typically asked about the solar system.
