CONVERSEMOS:
¿Qué cosas sabes sobre el espacio exterior que lo hacen tan peligroso?
CONVERSEMOS:
¿Qué peligros crees que podría haber al vivir dentro de la nave espacial?
CONVERSEMOS:
¿Qué rasgos de Scott Kelly crees que cambiaron mientras estaba en el espacio? ¿Por qué crees que esos rasgos cambiaron?
In this lesson, students examine how physical traits can be influenced by the environment. In the activity, Astronaut-in-Training, students analyze how a NASA astronaut’s traits changed during his “year in space.” Then they measure some of their physical traits (arm strength, height, and balance) and predict how their own traits might change after living in space.
Preview activityTraits in Space worksheet | 1 per student |
Traits in Space Answer Key teacher-only resource | 1 per class |
Rulers
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1 ruler per student |
Post-Its (3")
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1 post-it per student |
We suggest students work in pairs. Homeschool students working alone will need help with some steps.
Each pair of students will need floor space where they can do push-ups and walk 15 heel-to-toe steps in a straight line. They will also need wall space where they can do push-ups against the wall.
Student slideshow: English | Spanish
Teacher printout: English & Spanish
In this reading, scientists learn about how scientists studied what happened when new brown anoles were introduced to an island inhabited by green anoles.
Touchdown!
This cool activity challenges students to build a “lander” from simple materials, such as straws, paper, and mini-marshmallows. The goal is to create a design that will keep astronauts from getting hurt when they land on another planet. Discussion questions, extensions, and a downloadable PDF, available in both English and Spanish, are included. (Grades 3–8, NASA/JPL)
Whether you’re trying to move or work or even just breathe, living in space is filled with challenges.
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If you are in an NGSS state, this mini-lesson supports the DCI LS3.B: Variation of Traits
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