Today we remember December 27, 1571, the date when German astronomer Johannes Kepler was born. Find out more about this brilliant astronomer and learn some of the vocabulary associated with the work he did. Timeline Worksheet: December 27, 1571, Johannes Kepler is born Fits European history or Science timelines.* If you are new to this series, […]
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As we say goodbye to 2015, it is important to think back to things that have happened within the last 100 years of history. These three fun quiz packs are perfect for family get-togethers or just to test yourself! A Look Back at History: When was the first successful helicopter flight in the U.S.? When did Glen
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Today, we celebrate the birthday of the physicist, Ernest Rutherford. He was born on August 30, 1871, near Nelson, New Zealand. I have created a worksheet dealing with the periodic table of elements, something Ernest Rutherford would have used often in his work.* Timeline Worksheet: August 30, 1871 Fits New Zealand history and Science timelines.* *If you
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Today, we remember July 22, 1898, the birthday of Alexander Calder. Calder was an American artist known for his sculptures, paintings, prints, and jewelry designs. He is probably best known for his Cirque Calder (Calder’s Circus) and his use of the mobile in art. Our timeline pack today includes a fun circus craft for preschoolers, a second circus
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Today, we remember July 14, 1923, the birthdate of Rene Favaloro, the Argentinian cardiac surgeon who created the technique for coronary bypass surgery. We’re going to honor his birthday with a word search of some of the amazing parts of the human heart.* Timeline Worksheet: July 14, 1923, Rene Favaloro and Heart Terminology Word Search Fits South
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On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride became the first American woman in space. She was aboard the space shuttle Challenger as one of the three mission specialists on the seventh shuttle mission. Today’s timeline worksheet includes a fill-in about this famous astronaut’s life as well as a writing prompt. Timeline Worksheet: June 18, 1983, Sally Ride
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Explore the universe without leaving your kitchen! I’m excited to share with you the newest subscriber freebie, Appetizing Astronomy Recipes Volume 1-From Solar Salsa Chicken to Red Rock Pasta! You can have science fun in the kitchen while learning about the sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars PLUS cook some delightful dishes for your family to
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On April 10, 837, Halley’s comet came within approximately 3.5 million miles of Earth. It is the closest it has ever traveled to Earth, more than 14.5 times the distance to the moon but more than 40 million miles closer than the planet Mars. Timeline Worksheet: April 10, 837, Halley’s Comet Worksheet Fits Science timeline.* *If you
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On March 13, 1781, William Herschel discovered Uranus. Not only had he discovered a planet in our solar system, he was the first to do it using a telescope. Come see how much you know about the seventh planet and the year it was discovered in. Timeline Worksheet: March 13, 1781, Uranus Discovered Fits British history
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On February 20, 1962, John Glenn orbited the Earth aboard Friendship 7. When he did so, he became the third person and the first American ever to do so. See how much you know about famous astronauts with this free crossword puzzle. Timeline Worksheet: February 20, 1962, Famous Astronaut Crossword Puzzle Fits American history and Space timelines.*
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