Herschel Museum of Astronomy’s Caroline’s Comet

Learn about Space and Comets with this free teaching resource from the Herschel Museum of Astronomy.

Suitable for: KS2, KS3

Subjects: Art & Design, Science

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Learn about Space and Comets.

Did you know that Caroline Herschel was the first woman to discover a comet?

Find out more about space, comets and Caroline Herschel with this teaching resource from the Herschel Museum of Astronomy. Students can then have a go at making their own comets to put up in class!

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Suitable for: KS2, KS3

Subjects: Art & Design, Science

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About Herschel Museum of Astronomy.

The Herschel Museum of Astronomy is dedicated to the many achievements of the Herschels, who were distinguished astronomers as well as talented musicians.

It was from this house, using a telescope of his own design that William discovered the planet Uranus in 1781.

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