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Astronomy

The planetarium

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Hear exciting stories under the starry sky from Greek and Sami mythology. We look for zodiac signs and learn to navigate the sky.

In this teaching program, students listen to stories about warriors, scorpions and celestial moose while we observe the starry sky together as it looks on a dark and clear night.

We start by talking about how the stars shine and why the stars look so small. We compare the sun and the moon and see if we can find a planet.

NB! Show up no later than 10 minutes before the lesson. Failure to attend without cancellation 7 days in advance will result in a NOK 500 fee.


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Suitable for ages 1–4. steps

Maximum 28 students

Science / Norwegian

Duration 45 min

What happens in this teaching program?

Curriculum and competence targets

Competency targets for 1st–2nd steps

Science:
  • Compare models with observations and talk about why we use models in science
  • Present reasons why the Sami have indigenous status in Norway, and describe different forms of Sami cultural and social life before and now
Norwegian:
  • Listen, take turns and justify your own opinions in conversations

Competency targets for 3rd–4th grade steps

Science:
  • Wonder, explore and create questions, and link this to your own or other people's experiences
  • Experience nature in different seasons, reflect on how nature is changing, and why the year is divided in different ways in Norwegian and Sami tradition
Norwegian :
  • Read and listen to stories, fairy tales, song lyrics, fact books and other texts in Bokmål and Nynorsk and in translation from Sami and other languages, and talk about what the texts mean to the student
    Description of the lesson

    The class meets the tutor in reception and we go to the planetarium together.

    In the planetarium, we sit on the floor under a white fiberglass dome. There will be dimmed lighting in the room during the introduction before we turn off all the lights. After that, the light will be off until the end of the session.

    Because of the darkness, it is difficult to see the children raise their hands, so it is best if the students ask questions at the end of the lesson. The teacher can also ask the children questions along the way.

      Practical information

      The teacher's role

      We want you as an adult to be active, participating and curious. Teachers are responsible for the group throughout the visit and may be asked to help along the way. Explainer is responsible for implementing the program. 

      Before the visit

      Our teaching plans do not require preparatory work, but it is always useful to prepare students for a museum visit. Feel free to show pictures or video from the museum, tell us about what will happen, and see our digital resources that can be used for pre- and post-work.

      You do not need to bring anything special to the Planetarium, but it is great if you have lots of questions about stars and planets.

      If you have also seen the moon on a day when it is visible during the day, that is great!

      After the visit

      Reflect and discuss with the students after the lesson, preferably in groups.

      You meet one of us!

      Shahzia Vira
      Shahzia
      Hilde Frantzen
      Hilda
      Joachim Solum
      Joachim
      Caspar Barth
      Caspar
      Linnea Christiansen
      Linnea
      A girl in a lab coat raises her hand. Photo.
      Toddler jumbo test tube. Photo.
      A child in a lab coat who prefers white powder to jumbo test tubes. Photo.
      A small cabinet with a police clock showing a fantasy crime scene. Photo.

      Common questions and answers

      What happens on arrival?

      One of the teachers in the group approaches the reception. We will then register that you have arrived and you will be allocated a cloakroom space and possibly cabinet for locking up valuables.

      Arrive at the museum no later than 10 minutes before the start of the program. Let us know if you will be delayed by phone. 22 79 60 00. If you arrive late, the learning offer may be shortened or cancelled.

      Is this teaching offer free?

      Our teaching programs are free, but you have to pay for the entrance ticket to the museum. You can only book one arrangement per visit.

      Separate prices apply to teachers, pupils and school classes.

      What payment methods do you have?

      Kindergartens and schools can pay by cash/card on arrival or receive an invoice. For invoices, you must include the requisition or resource number and invoice address.

      Do we have access to the entire museum?

      Yes! Access to the museum's exhibitions is included in the ticket for school visits. You are most welcome to explore the exhibitions both before and after the lessons.

      Where can we have a lunch break?

      You can eat the packed lunch in different places; in the cafe, at the reception and outside the museum entrance. It is not allowed to eat or drink in the exhibitions.  

      What rules apply to school visits?

      At The Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology the same rules apply as at school/kindergarten. We will

      • be role models for each other
      • be kind to each other and the exhibits
      • use consensus
      • don't run.

      ATTENTION: Everything behind barriers must not be touched.

      Then we all have fun and contribute to a good learning experience. If you decide that your group can visit the museum shop, the teacher must be present as long as some of the children are there.

      Resources

      Below you will find various resources that can help prepare students for a museum visit.

      Museum educator with a group of toddlers

      Wonder question

      • Even in the middle of the day you can see the moon in the sky. If we take some time we can see that the moon moves from west to east.
        • Is it just the moon that moves?
        • What are the dark spots on the moon?
      • Can we find a planet tonight?
        • Show students how to find a planet using the stellarium
      • How many planets do we have and what does it take for something to be called a planet?
      • The starry sky is full of stars. Why do they look so small?
      To Stellarium

      Stellarium

      Download the free Stellarium app. Ask students to go outside one evening when it's dark and not overcast, somewhere away from street lights and other light pollution, and look at the stars with the app.
      To The liquid potato

      The liquid potato

      Potatoes always sink straight to the bottom of the pot — or do they always? Can you make a potato float?
      Child with backpack running towards the entrance to The Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology

      Virtual visit

      Take a sneak peek at The Norwegian Museum of Science and Technology before your visit! We also have activity maps and sensory maps.

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        Tel: 22 79 60 00

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