TEKS & Objectives
7.3. Scientific investigation and reasoning. The student uses critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and problem solving to make informed decisions and knows the contributions of relevant scientists. The student is expected to:
7.3.D relate the impact of research on scientific thought and society, including the history of science and contributions of scientists as related to the content.
8.3.B use models to represent aspects of the natural world such as an atom, a molecule, space, or a geologic feature;
We will explore NASA’s planned lunar missions.
I will demonstrate understanding of the current state of space exploration.
1. Watch videos.
2. Review vocabulary.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) An agency of the U.S. federal government responsible for the civil space program, aeronautics (flight) research, and space research.
Artemis Program A Moon exploration program led by NASA that intends to reestablish a human presence on the Moon for the first time since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
Lunar Gateway A space station which is planned to be assembled in orbit around the Moon that intends to serve as a communication hub, science laboratory, and habitation module (home) for astronauts as part of the Artemis program.
The Space Launch System (SLS) A rocket used by NASA to transport astronauts and cargo to the Moon as part of the Artemis program.
3. Complete puzzle.
4. Make Artemis SLS rocket model or complete coloring page.
Speaking of space…
5. “Artemis 1 Mission to the Moon”
- Longer than usual
