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Levels
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- Introductory (K-5)
- Intermediate (6-8)
- Advanced (9-12+)
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Material Type
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Math Skills
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- Scale
- Conversions
- Ratios
- Measurement
- Arithmetic
- Rates
- Percentages
- Geometry
- Equations
- Data Analysis
- Algebra I
- Algebra II
- Calculus
- Trigonometry
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Heliophysics Big Ideas
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- Big Idea 1.2 – The Sun is active…
- Big Idea 1.1 – The Sun is really big…
- Big Idea 2.2 – The Sun defines the space…
- Big Idea 2.3 – The Sun is the primary source of light…
- Big Idea 3.1 – The Sun is made of churning plasma…
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NGSS
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- ESS1 – Earth’s Place in the Universe
- ESS2 – Earth’s Systems
- PS1 – Matter and its Interactions
- PS2 – Motion and Stability: Forces and Interactions
- PS3 – Energy
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Heliophysics Topics
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- Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Energy
- Habitable Zone
- Heliosphere
- Light
- Radiation
- Solar Eclipse
- Solar Cycle
- Coronal Mass Ejection
- Solar Flare
- Solar Wind
- Sun
- Sunspot
- Space Weather
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Heliophysics Missions
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- ACE
- DSCOVR
- Parker Solar Probe
- PUNCH
- Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO)
- Solar and Heliospheric Observatory (SOHO)
- Solar Orbiter
- STEREO A & B
- WIND
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Material Cost per Learner
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Free
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Language
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English
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This problem set from Space Math at NASA features 19 math problems covering solar topics and stormy star behavior, ideal for integrating space weather into math and science curricula for grades K-12+. Educators can utilize these real-world examples to help students apply mathematical skills to active heliophysics concepts like solar flares and the solar cycle.
Credits: SpaceMath@NASA, Dr. Odenwald
