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Handout:

History of Space Exploration

Grade Level:

3

Subject:

Science and Social Studies

Topic:

The history of space exploration

Objective:

After the lesson, students will:

1) Learn about the history of space exploration and the "space race" that happened during the Cold War.

2) Improve reading skills (including comprehension and vocabulary).

3) Reflect on what has been learned by discussing ideas, opinions, and personal responses.

4) Use peer-discussion in order to facilitate understanding of the information learned.

5) Introduce the proper way to conduct online research.

6) Develop thought-provoking, relevant questions about what was discussed.

7) Create a timeline using information from their own research and the lessons in class.

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Prep:

Introduce concepts relating to the history of space exploration and review previous knowledge as if pertains to this lesson.

Materials:

1 copy (for teacher) of the article from: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/article/top-20-space-firsts

Long strips of paper (for students during timeline activity)

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