Stages of a Star’s Life

In this sequencing activity, students arrange the life cycle of a star-from nebula to white dwarf or black hole-in the correct order. Learners then complete a diagram showing the stages and write a short reflection explaining why different stars have different endpoints. The exercise reinforces understanding of stellar evolution and the processes driving change in stars. It promotes logical organization, scientific reasoning, and comprehension of cause and effect in astronomical phenomena.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Science – Stellar Formation and Evolution

Science – Sequencing Processes in Physical Systems

Reading – Applying Knowledge to Diagram Completion

Critical Thinking – Explaining Scientific Variations and Outcomes

This worksheet is part of our Stars and Constellations collection.