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We specialize in
"Edutainment" -
blending education and entertainment to bring your curriculum to life and make learning
science FUN!
Technology may never be able to replace interactive teaching,
but it can certainly
enhance the lesson. Our programs have a healthy combination of both interaction
and cool technology that allow our presenters to AWE your students while teaching
them about the universe, astronomy, space science, and exploration.
Star Teller's programs are developed by experienced astronomy educators and are
aligned with the current and revised New Jersey core curriculum content (and process)
standards. In addition to fully live presentations, we also offer several programs
that combine a live segment with a full motion, immersive video presentation.
Best of all, we bring these programs to you.
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The Starry Sky |
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Larry Cat in Space |
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Secret of the Cardboard Rocket |
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Meet the Moon |
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Stories in the Sky |
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Mystery of the Seasons |
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A Walk Through the Solar System |
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Two Small Pieces of Glass
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Secrets of the Sun |
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Black Holes |
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Earth in Space
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The Universe |
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Earth and Other Planets |
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The Programs listed in blue color
include immersive video presentations. Trailers of which can be viewed by clicking
the picture/icons on this page.
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The Starry Sky
All grade levels
5.9.2 A1, A2, B1, C1, C2,
This live presentation is an introduction to the day and night skies and can be
tailored to any grade level. Learn about the Sun and its apparent motion through
the sky. Enjoy a beautiful sunset & take a tour of the bright stars, constellations
and planets visible in the night sky. Depth of discussion is tailored to each grade
level.
Daytime/Nighttime
Grades Pre-K - 2
5.9.2 A1, A2, B1, C1, C2, 5.8.2B4, 6.6.2C
Our presenters will introduce children to the basic patterns they can observe in
the sky. Students will find out why we have day and night and when they can
observe the moon in the sky. We will also explore the stars of the night sky
looking at their colors and brightness, and learning some of the basic constellations
of the season.
Larry
Cat in Space
Grades K - 1
5.9.2 A1, A2, B1, C1, 5.9.4A2, C1, D1, 5.1.4A1
This is a fun, imaginative cartoon presentation about an inquisitive cat who takes
a trip to the Moon. Through Larry's eyes, we observe his human family, a group of
enthusiastic sky-watchers. Larry's Human friend, Diana becomes an Astronaut and
takes a job on the Moon. She sadly leaves Larry behind. Larry figures out a way
to hide in her clothes trunk and learns about gravity, space travel and more during
his exciting adventure into space. We combine this wonderful story with discussion
about the moon, lunar phases, and the things that students can see in the current
night sky.
Secret
of the Cardboard Rocket
Grades 1-3
5.9.4 A1, B1, C1
Take an exciting trip to the planets through both immersive video and live presentation.
The full-dome video presentation features a trip aboard a magical cardboard rocket
with two young adventurers to experience a breathtaking, up-close look at each of
our solar system’s planets with guidance from a wise Astronomy Book. As they
tour the solar system, “Book” shares interesting facts about each body, making sure
his students learn something while on their wild ride. In addition to this
fun-filled trip, our presenters will take students on a tour of the current night
sky to look at some of the bright stars, constellations and visible planets.
Meet the Moon
Grades 3-4
5.9.4 A5.9.4 A1, A2, B1, C1, D1, 5.7.4B2
This program is a great introduction to our nearest neighbor in space, the Moon.
Find out about why the moon appears to change shape, some of the effects the Moon
has on Earth and how the Moon has been used to help us tell time. Of course,
we will also take a closer look at the Moon itself to explore some of its main features.
Stories in the Sky
Grades 3-4
5.9.4 B1, C1, D1, D2, 6.2.4 E8, E9
The sky is not just full of stars, but stories as well. This live presentation
will introduce students to the sky as seen by people from around the world.
They will learn about some of the familiar constellations, as well as some unfamiliar
ones from other cultures. Tales from Native American tribes, China, Africa
and other cultures help show how other people throughout history have looked at
the sky and explained the things they observed.
Mystery of the Seasons
Grades 4-7
5.9.4 A1, C1, D2, 5.1.4A1, 5.9.6 A1, A2, C1, 6.6.4A2
Why we have seasons here on Earth is a mystery for many. We will take a look
at Earth’s relationship with the Sun and reveal the secret behind the seasons.
We'll investigate the Sun's motions from day to day and throughout the year, and
how our location on Earth affects the seasons we experience. Students will also
be able to see the changes that happen in our night sky including the varying constellations
visible each season.
A Walk Through the Solar System
Grades 5-8
5.9.6 A2, B1, B2, C1, C2, 5.7.6.A3, 6.6.4A2, 6.6.4C1, 5.9.8.B1, 5.2.8A1
Venture out into the Solar System to explore the myriad worlds around our Sun.
The other planets, moons, asteroids and comets that make up the Solar neighborhood
are wondrous in their own right and teach us about our own planet. This is
a live presentation featuring close-up looks at the other worlds in our solar system,
as well as how to view some of them in the current night sky.
Two Small
Pieces of Glass 
Grades 4 - 12
5.9.4 A2, B1, C1, D1, D2, 5.2.4B1, 5.9.6 C1, C2, 5.9.8 C1, D1, 5.2.8 A1, 5.9.12D1,
5.2.1B1, B2
400 years ago, Galileo first used a telescope to study the sky and revealed previously
unknown wonders. Students will learn about these wonders and also how evidence
based data analysis changed the age old 'Geo-centric' view in those days. This show
features both live presentation and full-dome, immersive video. Along the
way the students learn how telescopes work, the history of telescopes, and major
discoveries made by these instruments.
Our planetarium presenter will also show your students some of the celestial objects
they can observe for themselves in the night sky.
Secrets of the Sun
Grades 6-12
5.9.6 A2, 5.9.8 A3, C1, 5.7.8B1, 5.9.12C1, 5.9.12D1, 5.7.12B4
Take an intimate look at the role the Sun plays in the life of our solar system.
From the nuclear forces churning at the heart of the sun to the mass ejections of
solar material into surrounding space, we will experience the power of the Sun and
its impact on the planets and ultimately, life on Earth. We will trace the life
cycle of the Sun itself, going back to its beginning and moving forward in time
to its probable eventual death. In addition to a full-dome, engaging examination
of our local star, our presenters will take you on a tour of the stars and other
interesting celestial objects visible in the current night sky.
Black Holes
Grades 6-12
5.9.6 B2, 5.7.6A3, 5.9.8 C1, D1, 5.9.12 C1, 5.7.12 A3
Black holes are one of the most intriguing stages in the life of a massive star.
This program will teach students about the life cycles of stars including our own
Sun. Black Holes takes you on a journey through one of the most mystifying, awe-inspiring
phenomena in the universe: The BLACK HOLE. Where do they come from? Where do they
go? How do we find them? Is there one on Earth's horizon? Using the latest in full-dome,
3D animation visualization technology, we will answer these questions and more.
The live segment of the program will show students where they can find stars in
varying stages of life, including red giants and black holes.
Earth in Space
Grades 7-12
5.9.8 A1, A2, A3, C1, 5.7.8B1, 5.9.12A
Interactions between the Earth, Sun, and Moon have major impacts for life on planet
Earth. From seasons and tides to ageold timekeeping, the effect of these three
objects is seen in our daily lives. We will explore how these bodies interact
and how Earth could be a very different place.
The Universe
Grades 7-12
5.9.8 C1, D1, 5.2.8A1, 5.7.8B1, 5.9.12 D1, D2, 5.7.12 A3, B4
What is the universe and is it expanding? How did it begin? How will
it end? What is the big bag theory? These are not only questions that many
of us have, but questions to which scientists are seeking answers. We will
explore some of the strange and unusual residents of our universe, the leading ideas
on how it began and how it will end, and find out more about how Earth fits into
the grand scale of the universe.
Earth and Other Planets
Grades 8-12
5.9.8 A3, B1, C1, 5.2.8A1, 5.9.12 B1, D1
Explore the Solar System from its beginning to the latest data from current space
missions. We will discover the other worlds around our Sun and learn what
they reveal about our own planet. Additionally, we’ll find out about some
of the other strange and unusual planets that have been found around other stars
and what they teach us about how planets form.
All programs are led by one of our knowledgeable planetarium educators and
designed to fit within a class period. When you book one of these programs, you
will also be provided with supplemental materials and activities to use with your
students to reinforce what they learn during our visit.
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Gift Shop Options
Goodie bags are available from our gift shop for $2.50 per student. Bags contain
a space patch, and a variety of space-related items which may include: star or shuttle
erasers, notepads, earth keychains, Star Tellers pencils, stickers, star necklaces,
and more (dependent upon availability.) Please provide a minimum of one week's notice
as each bag is specially prepared for the order.
School purchase orders are gladly accepted.
Don't see the program you need? Contact us to discuss your particular needs and
options for a customized program.
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