Explore the wonders of science this October! From exciting skywatching events to the science behind earthquakes, this month’s blog is full of discoveries waiting to be explored. Dive into the mysteries of dark matter and try a hands-on activity that brings this fascinating topic to life. Let’s get curious!
October Skywatching Tips from NASA
See Saturn at opposition, catch the Orionid meteor shower, and watch the Moon pass close to the Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters.
Earthquakes
October 15th is International ShakeOut Day, where people all over the world practice earthquake drills at school, work and home. Learn the science behind how earthquakes happen—and how you can stay safe if one hits.
Link to Article: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/earthquake
What is Dark Matter?
Dark matter is stuff in space that has gravity, but it is invisible and isn’t like anything else we know about.
Link to Article: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/dark-matter/en/
How do we see dark Matter STEM Activity
In this hand on STEM activity, students will make observations of two containers in order to identify differences in content, justify their claims, and make comparisons to dark matter observations.
Link to Activity: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/resources/lesson-plan/how-do-we-see-dark-matter/