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What kinds of things do you think make outer space dangerous?
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What dangers do you think there might be living inside the spacecraft?
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Which traits do you think changed while Scott Kelly was in space? Why do you think those traits changed?
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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)
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Whether you’re trying to move or work or even just breathe, living in space is filled with challenges.
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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 activity| Traits in Space worksheet | 30 copies |
| Traits in Space Answer Key teacher-only resource | 1 copy |
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Rulers
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30 rulers |
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Post-Its (3")
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30 post-its |
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.
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