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"Rocket Ship" Kate Ward Thacker Retrieved Oct. 26, 2005 from www.katewardthacker.com/ kwtwhimsical.html
Have you ever wished upon a falling star? Have you ever wondered why it twinkled in the sky? Complete the treasure hunt below to learn more about the stars in our Solar System. Read each question carefully. Then, click on the phrase "let's find out..." after each question to help you answer it. Carefully read the information provided. Answer each question in complete sentences. Good luck in your
SEARCH AMONG THE STARS!
1) What is a star?
2) How is a star "born"?
3) Stars are very large. Why do they appear to be so small in the night sky?
4) If the sun is a medium sized star, why does it appear to be the largest from Earth?
5) Describe what do you think Earth would be like without the heat and light from the sun?
6) Why are stars different colors?
7) Why do stars twinkle in the night sky? Why don't the planets?
8) Compare the yellow, blue, and red dwarf stars. What are their similarities? What are their differences (besides their coloring)?
9) What is a shooting star and why does it appear to glow?
10) Use your answers and the sites from above to to create a sequencing chart for the "life" of a star of your choice. Be sure to include it's "birth", various phases, and "death".
11) What else would you like to know about stars?
"Star Background" GRSites.com Retrieved 0ct.26, 2005 from http://www.grsites.com/