Science Action Labs Astronomy Author:Edward Shevick The Science Action Labs series of books involves students in discovering scientific truths for themselves, provides interesting facts and meaningful demonstrations and experiments and provides questions for group discussions. Astronomy helps students discover the universe, question whether or not there may be life on other planets in the sola... more »r system, see how gravity works and understand the importance of the sun to the whole system. They'll enjoy experimenting with rotation, speed and gravity; discovering some moon superstitions; learning about astronomy heroes; creating their own Martian; making their own rainbow; and taking periodic quizzes to see how much they have learned. Accompanying students throughout the activities in this book are C.D., his ally Allie and her cat Orbit. They'll help your students gather and process scientific information (and have lots of fun too).« less