How to Use Curiosity to Turn Learning Science Into an Exploration

Curiosity-Powered Space Exploration

Matthew Murrie
The Quantastic Journal
4 min readJul 23, 2024

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What if you could turn any science lesson into an exploration to embark on rather than a lesson to learn (and align it with Next Generation Science Standards [NGSS])?

Here’s how with a Curiosity-Based Thinking lesson on space.

Enjoy and stay curious!

Solar System Explorers: From What to Wow!

Logline:

Embark on an interplanetary adventure that takes students from basic questions about our solar system to awe-inspiring discoveries and imaginative exploration, fostering a deeper curiosity about space.

Synopsis:

Students will delve into the wonders of the solar system through the “What? to Wow!” framework.

Students will start with their curiosity to create fundamental questions about planets, moons, and other celestial bodies, then expand their understanding through interactive activities and creative thinking.

By the end of the lesson, students will not only have a solid grasp of solar system facts but will also have created imaginative projects that reflect their newfound knowledge and curiosity.

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Matthew Murrie
The Quantastic Journal

Author of The Book of What If…?, Founder of What If Curiosity, and Creator of Curiosity-Based Thinking and Curiosity-Based Learning, turning ideas into actions.