Tiny Wonders Lab•Science Activity Card•Space
What Is A Comet?
Ref: TWL-WHAT-IS-A-COMET
Grade Level: 3-8
The Big Idea
Meet the 'dirty snowballs' of the solar system. Discover what comets are made of, where they come from, and why they develop spectacular glowing tails as they race toward the Sun.
Key Vocabulary & Concepts
#Space#Physics
Hands-On Observation Checklist
1. Predict & Form HypothesisWhat do you think causes what is a comet??
2. Explore Digital LabInteract with the simulation and note patterns.
3. Record Key FindingsWrite down 2 new facts discovered during the lab.
4. Explain to a PartnerShare your conclusions with a classmate or parent.
Teacher & Parent Discussion Starters
- Why is understanding what is a comet? important in everyday real life?
- What variable or factor had the biggest impact when testing the simulation?
- How does this concept connect to another science topic you have learned about?
Tiny Wonders Lab — Interactive Science & Physics Exploration
www.tinywonderslab.com/wonders/what-is-a-comet