Welcome to unit five of our astronomy studies! Lately, we have been learning all about The Moon. As before, we have been using Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Astronomy. Also, I have access to Everyday Astronomy from School House Teachers, as well as lots of bits and pieces I used with my older ones that I…
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A Simulation of Working in Zero-Gravity
This post explores what it might be like Working in Zero-Gravity conditions. Introduction to Working in Zero-Gravity On earth we are used to working with a gravitational force which keeps us centred and steady. It also makes for fairly predictable results when carrying out every day activities. Up in space is a different matter all…
Astronomy Unit Study: Unit Three – Mercury
We are on unit three of our astronomy studies and have been learning all about Mercury. We have been using Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Astronomy. I also have access to Everyday Astronomy from School House Teachers, as well as lots of bits and pieces I used with my older ones that I have collected over…
Astronomy Unit Study: Unit Two – The Sun
Over the past month we have been immersing ourselves in all things sunny with the girls' astronomy unit study (Sun). We have been using Apologia's Exploring Creation with Astronomy. I also have access to Everyday Astronomy from School House Teachers, as well as lots of bits and pieces I used with my older ones that…