Created by Science
June 20, 2026
Target Audience: Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8 students (ages 11-14)Difficulty Level: IntermediateCurriculum Description: This Earth and space science bootcamp explores our planet and the universe beyond . Students will study the rock cycle, volcanoes and earthquakes, the solar system, moon phases, stars and galaxies, space exploration, astronomy, and extreme weather . Each lesson includes interactive activities and quizzes to reinforce learning.Prerequisites: Basic science knowledge (elementary level).Learning Outcomes: By the end of this bootcamp, students will be able to describe the rock cycle and Earth's geological processes, explain the causes of volcanic and seismic activity, identify the planets in our solar system, understand moon phases and their causes, analyze astronomical phenomena and space exploration history, and evaluate extreme weather patterns and their impacts.
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Lesson 1: Rock Cycle - Interactive Earth Science Lesson. Explore the rock cycle and how rocks transform from one type to another over time. This lesson covers igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks and the processes that create them.
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Lesson 2: Volcanoes and Earthquakes - Interactive Earth Science Lesson. Discover the powerful forces of volcanoes and earthquakes. This lesson covers how they occur, their causes, and their impacts on the Earth's surface and human populations.
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Lesson 3: Extreme Weather - Interactive Science Lesson on Storms and Climate. Explore extreme weather events including hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, and droughts. This lesson covers their formation, impacts, and how they affect different regions.
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Lesson 4: Natural Disasters - Interactive Lesson on Earth's Powerful Forces. Discover the science behind natural disasters including tsunamis, wildfires, floods, and landslides. This lesson covers how these events are triggered and their effects on people and the environment.
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Lesson 5: Moon Phases - Interactive Astronomy Lesson for Students. Explore the phases of the Moon including new moon, crescent, quarter, gibbous, and full moon. This lesson covers how the Moon orbits Earth and why its appearance changes.
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Lesson 6: Astronomy Facts Quiz – Stars, Galaxies & the Universe. Discover the wonders of the universe including stars, galaxies, black holes, and the Big Bang. This lesson explores the scale of the cosmos and our place within it.
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Lesson 7: Stars and Galaxies - Interactive Astronomy Lesson. Explore the life cycle of stars, different types of galaxies, and the structure of the universe. This lesson covers nebulae, star formation, and the Milky Way.
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Lesson 8: Space Myths - Interactive Lesson on Astronomy Facts and Fiction. Separate fact from fiction in space science. This lesson debunks common space myths about the Moon, Mars, black holes, and other astronomical phenomena.
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Lesson 9: Space Exploration Quiz – Rockets, NASA & Missions. Explore the history of space exploration including NASA missions, the Apollo program, space shuttles, and Mars rovers. This lesson covers human achievements in space.
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Lesson 10: Weather and Climate Quiz – Storms, Seasons & Climate. Explore the difference between weather and climate. This lesson covers climate zones, seasonal changes, and long-term climate patterns.
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Lesson 11: Everyday Science - Interactive Lesson on Science in Daily Life. Discover how Earth and space science concepts affect your daily life. This lesson covers real-world applications of scientific principles.
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Lesson 12: Scientific Myths - Interactive Lesson on Fact vs Fiction in Science. Learn to distinguish between scientifically proven facts and common myths. This lesson develops critical thinking skills for evaluating scientific claims.
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Lesson 13: Science True or False - Interactive General Science Challenge. Test your knowledge of Earth and space science concepts through true or false questions. This challenge covers geology, astronomy, weather, and climate science.
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Lesson 14: Medical Myths Quiz – True or False Health Facts. Explore common medical and health myths. This lesson covers facts about the human body, nutrition, and health that are often misunderstood.
