The Perseid Meteor Shower

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Grade 6, Pan-Canadian Science Curriculum

SPAC-06-300.23: describe the physical characteristics of components of the solar system; specifically, the sun, planets, moons, comets, asteroids, and meteors (Resources)
SPAC-06-302.13: identify constellations in the night sky (Resources)
SPAC-06-104.08: demonstrate the importance of using the languages of science and technology to compare and communicate ideas, processes, and results (e.g., use appropriate terminology such as "constellations," "planets," "moons," "comets," "asteroids," and "meteors" to describe objects in space) (Resources)

Grade 6, U.S. National Science Education Standards

ESS-6-3a: The earth is the third planet from the sun in a system that includes the moon, the sun, eight other planets and their moons, and smaller objects, such as asteroids and comets. The sun, an average star, is the central and largest body in the solar system. (Resources)

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