I am really interested in covering the stars with my class this coming year. I think they would enjoy many of the activities discussed in this module. One particular lesson that I am eager to try is the one focusing on making the Plough constellation. This would be a great activity for all year groups during next year’s STEM week because it combines science, math, and art in a fun way. Plus, it would make a great display in our school hallways, where students can see how the stars look different as they move up the stairs. We can also explore Orion’s Belt since it’s easy to spot at night.
To make it more exciting, we can ask students to take night photos of these constellations and add them to our STEM display. This could even turn into a summer project, with students traveling abroad taking photos of the Plough from different places. We can also compare photos of the constellations taken in different seasons.