Resources and Activities

Resources & Activities

After watching the program, ask:

What job was the most interesting to you? Why?
What is something new that you learned?
Is it hard to stick with something when you face challenges or make mistakes? What are some ways you can remind yourself to keep trying?

Standard: 1.5.K-5.C – Ask and answer questions…to clarify comprehension, gather additional information, or deepen understanding of a topic or issue. 16.1.PK.C – Recognize that everyone makes mistakes and that using positive coping skills can result in learning from the experience. 16.2.K-5.S – Express an opinion about a story or experience using visual supports and speaking prompts (e.g., I think…; I like…).

When children learn something new, reminding them of that learning through play or practice can help those new concepts stick.

Watch this song about stars and constellations from Ready Jet Go:

The Night of a Bazillion Stars Song | Ready Jet Go!

Standard: 3.3.PK.B.1 – Identify objects that can be found in the day or night sky. 3.3.PK.B.3 – Participate in simple investigations of the objects found in the day or night sky to answer a question or test a prediction. 3.4.4.D – Describe the composition and structure of the universe and the earth’s place in it. 3.2.4.C – Recognize and use the elements of scientific inquiry to solve problems.

Build a Constellation

Build a constellation using mini marshmallows and toothpicks. Check out these constellation images and then use marshmallows as stars and connect them with toothpicks to build out the constellation shape.

Learn more about constellations in this Ready Jet Go clip:

What is a Constellation? | Ready Jet Go!

Standard: 3.2.4.D – Recognize and use the technological design process to solve problems. 3.4.4.A – Recognize basic concepts about the structure and properties of matter. 2.4.K-5.A.1 Describe and compare attributes of length, area, weight, and capacity of everyday objects. 3.3.PK.B.1 – Identify objects that can be found in the day or night sky. 3.4.4.D – Describe the composition and structure of the universe and the earth’s place in it.

Pretend

Pretend to be a scientist exploring items from space.

Use an empty box (think medium sized delivery box or copy paper box size). Have a grown-up cut two holes in the side big enough for the child’s hands to go through and remove the top of the box. Attach plastic gloves or gardening gloves to the inside of the cut-out holes with duct tape. Add rocks, pinecones, and other items into the box and cover the top of the box with plastic wrap. Explore the items like a scientist. Describe the look and the feel of the objects. Write down your observations.

Standard: 3.2.4.B – Describe objects in the world using the five senses. 3.4.4.A – Recognize basic concepts about the structure and properties of matter. 3.2.4.A – Identify and use the nature of scientific and technological knowledge. 3.2.4.C – Recognize and use the elements of scientific inquiry to solve problems.