We invite elementary and middle school teachers and informal educators to join research scientists and education specialists from the Planetary Science Institute for an engaging 4-hour workshop to learn more about how scientists classify and study objects in the Solar System. Learn more about the latest science related to Pluto and other small bodies in the Solar System including how scientists are studying objects that are very far away. All participants will leave with age-appropriate activities and materials to implement activities with learners.
Details:
Date: Saturday August 1, 2026 – 8:30am – 12:30pm
Location: Planetary Science Institute, 1700 E. Ft. Lowell Conference Center (free parking)
Who: All elementary and middle school educators including teachers, librarians, after school educators, and home school educators
Coffee, tea, water, and snacks will be provided
- For questions regarding this resource, please contact Planetary Science Institute.
- Contact Name: Sanlyn Buxner
- Phone No: 520-622-6300
- Email Address: buxner@psi.edu