Standard #: SC.3.E.5.5


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Investigate that the number of stars that can be seen through telescopes is dramatically greater than those seen by the unaided eye.


General Information

Subject Area: Science
Grade: 3
Body of Knowledge: Earth and Space Science
Big Idea: Earth in Space and Time - Humans continue to explore Earth's place in space. Gravity and energy influence the formation of galaxies, including our own Milky Way Galaxy, stars, the Solar System, and Earth. Humankind's need to explore continues to lead to the development of knowledge and understanding of our Solar System.
Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08
Date of Last Rating: 05/08
Status: State Board Approved

Related Courses

Course Number1111 Course Title222
5020040: Science - Grade Three (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2022, 2022 and beyond (current))
7720040: Access Science Grade 3 (Specifically in versions: 2014 - 2015, 2015 - 2018, 2018 - 2023, 2023 and beyond (current))


Related Access Points

Access Point Number Access Point Title
SC.3.E.5.In.5 Recognize that stars appear larger and closer when seen through a telescope.
SC.3.E.5.Su.5 Recognize a telescope as a tool to view stars in space.
SC.3.E.5.Pa.4 Match a familiar object enlarged by magnification.


Related Resources

Original Student Tutorial

Name Description
Seeing Stars

Explore how your view of the stars changes when using a telescope in this interactive tutorial. 

Student Resources

Original Student Tutorial

Name Description
Seeing Stars:

Explore how your view of the stars changes when using a telescope in this interactive tutorial. 



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