Science Worksheet · Grades 5–8
Galaxies Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 5-8 on galaxies. Students learn the three main galaxy types, study a labeled diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
Galaxies, earth and space science
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
A galaxy is a huge group of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity. This worksheet teaches the three main galaxy types – spiral, elliptical, and irregular – with a labeled diagram and introduces the light-year and the universe.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the terms and shows the three galaxy types. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the The Sun and Solar System worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and study the three galaxy types.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Stars and Constellations Worksheet for more on space.
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Galaxies Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 5-8 on galaxies. Students learn the three main galaxy types, study a labeled diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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