Textbook:
by Dr. Jonathan Henry
The second book in the highly successful “Wonders of Creation” series. The Astronomy Book soars through the solar system! The reader will acquire a wealth of knowledge on subjects such as supernovas, red shift, facts about planets, and much more. Enhanced with dozens of color photos and illustrations including official NASA shots!
Introduction:
These lessons are geared for younger students. Many lessons will, however, include activities for the older student. Parents/teachers will easily find the answers to questions in the text, and should prepare themselves by reading the stated pages prior to having the student read the weekly assignment. If a child is not able to read yet, parents may wish to read the text to the student.
Read:
- Pages 56–59
Scripture:
- Psalm 84:11
- Psalm 136:8
- Ecclesiastes 1:5
Questions to answer:
- What is the underlying reason that we see such destruction in the heavens and on Earth?
- What is meant by “star death”?
- What are solar prominences? How do they differ from solar flares?
- What are “supernova remnants”? How are these evidence that the universe is not billions of years old?
- What two principles does the Crab Nebula illustrate?
- For older students: Write an essay which discusses the problems with the idea of “stellar evolution.” Include discussions of supernovae, star death, and star birth in the essay.
Words to know:
- Ring nebula
- Supernova
- Supernova remnant
Additional articles:
- Exploding stars point to a young universe
- Are stars forming today?
- Do stars evolve?
- Stars could not have come from the “big bang”
Future activity:
1. In November, people in Europe and North America will be able to see the Leonid meteor storm. Find out more here.
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