Patterns in the Sky 1-ESS1-1

Constellation

A pattern or shape formed by a group of stars. Constellation. A constellation is a group of stars in the sky that makes a picture or shape.

Gas giant

A large planet made up mostly of gases, like Jupiter or Saturn. Gas giant. A gas giant is a huge planet made mostly of gas, not solid land.

Meteor

A streak of light created when a meteoroid is heated by Earths atmosphere. Meteor. A meteor is a bright flash in the sky when a space rock burns up in the air.

Solar system

A group of planets and other objects that revolve around a sun. Solar system. Our solar system is a family of planets and other space things that move around the Sun.

Telescope

A device that makes distant objects appear closer. Telescope. A telescope is a tool that helps you see things that are far away, like stars or planets, by making them look bigger.