Science Worksheet · Grades 5–8
The Sun Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Sun. Students learn that the Sun is a star, study a labeled cutaway diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
Subject
Science
Grades
Grades 5–8
Skill Focus
The Sun, earth and space science
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
The Sun is the star at the center of our solar system, and its energy is made by nuclear fusion in the core. This worksheet teaches the parts of the Sun with a labeled cutaway diagram – core, photosphere, corona, and sunspots.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the terms and shows a labeled cutaway of the Sun. 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 Solar System and Stars and Constellations worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and study the cutaway diagram.
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 Solar System Worksheet for the planets.
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The Sun Worksheet
A printable science worksheet for grades 5-8 on the Sun. Students learn that the Sun is a star, study a labeled cutaway diagram, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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