HCG 87: A Small Group of Galaxies

Explanation: Sometimes galaxies form groups. For example, our own Milky Way Galaxy is part of the Local Group of Galaxies. Small, compact groups, like Hickson Compact Group 87 (HCG 87) shown above, are interesting partly because they slowly self-destruct.

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☆ Teacher Favorites: 20 MiddleWeb ELA Articles

Each of these English Language Arts-oriented articles (dating back to 2012) has enjoyed thousands of reads since it was first published at MiddleWeb. We hope you find some helpful ideas and inspiration for the new school year! ~ John & Susan, MiddleWeb co-editors.

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