Hands-on Astronomy at FAST Sixth-grade students join with Dr. Matthew Knight to investigate questions about the universe. Project Astro, Ms. Watson’s classroom, 2012
Comets: Students discover their composition
Constellations Students learn the stories behind patterns in the stars.
Constellations: Students build their own star finders to use at home.
Planets and Scale: What sizes are the planets Planets and Scale: What sizes are the planets? Building clay models helps show the range in our solar system.
Planet Scale Students discuss the sizes of the planets and how they compare with one another.
We loved having you visit, Dr. Knight. Can’t wait to see you next year We loved having you visit, Dr. Knight. Can’t wait to see you next year! Ms.Watson’s science classes, FAST, 2012