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A Previous World Space Week to ExploreTHEME: Space Unites the World
"Space brings the people of the world together: [for example] Communication satellites keep people close by linking places far apart. Earth observing satellites help keep people safe in case of disasters. And global positioning satellites help us find our way in this vast world,” Explore the Space Week website which includes additional activities and information. ScheduleWeek of October 9-15
Grade levels will partner to work on a hands on activity in the cafeteria throughout the week. Grade 1 will work with partners to create a rotating model of the sun, earth and moon to learn about orbits and rotation around the sun. All other grades will use design thinking and problem solving to create a lunar lander. |
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Online Resources for the activities
World Space Week suggested activities
Resource guides Lunar Lander Challenge Activity The NASA version of our challenge activity to design a lander. (Please no clues for the students in advance!) Earth Moon and Sun Model There are many versions of this activity but this explanation is clear. All materials will be provided and Grade 5 students will help each younger Grade 1 student make his own model. |
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Additional Resources for Space topics
Interactive Sites - resource list
Sun earth and moon Scholastic Space Jam Learn about sun moon and starts and other space topics - look for the Solar System section Explore Space Interactive A game with facts re. space exploration NASA SpacePlace - explore this amazing resource NASA Kid's Club |