Why do things collide? What's the evidence? This Space Show explores the dynamic nature of cosmic collisions through groundbreaking scientific simulations and visualizations based on cutting-edge research. This Special Collection includes an Educator's Guide and resources to inform your planetarium experience, plus additional activities for the home or classroom.

		Cosmic Collisions Educator's Guide Curriculum Materials for grades Kindergarten through 12 This Educator's Guide connects the Cosmic Collisions Space Show to the classroom (before, during, and after your visit), explains key scientific concepts, and correlates the content to National and State Standards.
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		Cosmic Collisions Educator’s Guide Insert: Synopsis/Connections to Other Museum Halls Article for grades Kindergarten through 12 This insert contains a synopsis of the space show and a guide to relevant exhibits elsewhere in the Museum.
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		Cosmic Collisions Educator’s Guide Insert: Glossary/Near Earth Asteroids Article for grades Kindergarten through 12 This insert describes the near-earth objects that may pose a danger to us. It also has a glossary of terms that appear in the Guide and the space show.
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		Cosmic Collisions Educator’s Guide Insert: Sun Article for grades Kindergarten through 12 This insert explains why understanding the dynamic Sun is important to life on Earth—and beyond—with sections on how we study it, what kinds of energy the star emits, and how Earth’s magnetosphere protects us.
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