AstroWhiz Basic

Description

Your family can EASILY understand basic astronomy:

1. Open the box
2. Solve Level 1 in Chapter 1
3. Read the Science Card
4. Move on to next level

Mom doesn’t need to gather any supplies or have any science experience!

Stop simply following instruction (like other hands-on science kits).  Start figuring out science concepts (with our challenge-based learning).

Buy an AstroWhiz kit – your kids will solve challenges and easily understand the basics of astronomy.

Note:  This product is the kit only.  It does not include the reference books or the workbook.

• You will need to find your own copies of the reference books (Find the Constellations by H.A. Rey and Amazing Night Sky Atlas by Lonely Planet).
• If you have children in 5-8 grade, you may want to consider buying the AstroWhiz workbook for more in-depth learning and opportunities for independent work.

This kit is best for grades 3-5.  For kids in grades 5-8, consider getting the AstroWhiz Workbook add-on.  (Available independently or as part of the AstroWhiz Full Family Set.)

AstroWhiz Science Set:

• The best way to teach your kids about astronomy
• 50+ Total Challenges
• EVERYTHING you need is included (except a lamp and the reference books)
  • Challenge Cards
  • Science Explanation Cards
  • Physical Components
• HOURS of fun and learning
  • You can CHOOSE how to do science for your family.  (Simply start with Level 1 in Chapter 1, go as far as you want then put it away, and pull out the next challenge when you’re ready to do science again)
  • We recommend spending about 1-2 hours/week
  • 8-12 weeks long
• Perfect for homeschool science with no stress (3rd -8th grade)
  • Family Style Learning – everyone can go through the challenges together
  • Optional Workbook for independent work for your middle schoolers (available to purchase on its own or in the AstroWhiz Full Family Bundle)

You will need the following reference books:  

• Find the Constellations by H.A. Rey
• Amazing Night Sky Atlas by Lonely Planet

Covers the following science topics and more:

• Chapter 1: The Earth is Our Clock
  • Days, Years,
  • Solstices, Equinoxes, Seasons, etc.
• Chapter 2: Constellations
  • Recognizing common constellations
  • How constellations change based on your location and the course of the year
  • *Includes both indoor and outdoor challenges to recognize constellations*
• Chapter 3: Dancing with the Moon
  • Phases of the moon
  • Eclipses
• Chapter 4: The Wanderers – Planets
  • Recognizing planets in the sky
  • Relative planet sizes and distances
• Chapter 5: What Else is in the Night Sky?
  • Comets, Meteor Showers, etc.
  • Galaxies, Star Clusters, Nebulas, etc.