Space Race
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- Contributor:
- Laura Pennington
- Grade Level:
- 7-12
- Product Type:
- Full Lesson
- File Type:
- Pages:
- 8
- Answer Key:
- Yes
Description
60 minute lesson plan to help students:
Understand some of the major events in the Space Race
• Discuss the meaning of the Space Race.
• Explain the historical significance of the Space Race.
This lesson provides teachers with a warm-up activity, individual/guided practice activities, lesson extensions, handouts, and project ideas.
The bulk of this lesson will require students to play a game titled "The Race to Space" (directions can be found on this lesson.)
This is an engaging game that will allow students to learn all about the Space in a unique and fun way.
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