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CKLA Domain 6: Astronomy


Focus:
In this introduction to the solar system, students learn about Earth in relation to the moon, the other planets, the sun, and the stars. They learn about the sun as a source of light, heat, and energy. In addition, they are introduced to space exploration, including the Apollo missions to the moon.

Number of Lessons: 9

Lesson Time:
60 minutes each (Each lesson may be divided into shorter segments.)

Additional Search Terms:
astronomy • astronauts • constellations • NASA • technology

Language Arts Grade 1 English

Individual Resources

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CKLA Domain 6: Astronomy READ-ALOUD ANTHOLOGY

This comprehensive teacher guide specifies learning objectives and provides background information, daily lesson plans, read-alouds, assessments, and other resources for teaching the domain.

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CKLA Domain 6: Astronomy READ-ALOUD SUPPLEMENTAL GUIDE

Designed primarily to provide instructional scaffolding resources for reading specialists, special education teachers, and ESL teachers, the online-only Supplemental Guide offers activities that the general classroom teacher may use as needed. Resources include adapted read-alouds, engagement supports, Vocabulary Charts, Multiple Meaning Word Activities, Syntactic Awareness Activities, and Vocabulary Instructional Activities.

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CKLA Domain 6: Astronomy FLIP BOOK

Each Flip Book contains a sequenced collection of images that accompany the Listening & Learning read-alouds. The engaging visuals reinforce students’ understanding of concepts and promote engagement with the text.

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CKLA Domain 6: Astronomy IMAGE CARDS

Image Cards are used to reinforce and deepen students’ understanding of the information covered in the domain. They are primarily used during Extension Activities. Common exercises include sorting, retelling, and sequencing.