BOCES ARTS-IN-EDUCATION / EXPLORATORY ENRICHMENT
PROGRAM DETAILS



Program Title

Meet the Planets
 
Provider Name
Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum
 
Beth Laxer-Limmer

Centerport , NY 11721
Phone:
631-854-5552
Email:
beth@vanderbiltmuseum.org
Website:
www.vanderbiltmuseum.org

Program Description
Our Sun is a star that harbors a solar system full of planets, dwarf planets, and more. On this trip through the Solar System, students will learn how the Sun influences the planets and affects the water cycle on Earth. They also will watch the planets revolve around the Sun and see how Earth’s rotation causes the changes between night and day. From the nighttime side of Earth, observe the constellations visible on the night of your visit, and learn how to distinguish planets from stars. Visit each planet, discuss their characteristics in depth, and observe the changing phases of the Moon.
 

Categories
Science, ,
 



Additional Resources 

Program Recommendations
Grades
1,2,3



See Video  
Arts Standards
2


Other Standards 
MST,SS



Curriculum Connections 
Astronomy , Environmental Studies , ,



Culturally Responsive 
1



Cost 
Cost Single: $9/student
Cost Multiple: varies


Duration
60 minutes