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Space Thematic Unit
Space Thematic Unit
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Browse a multi-page, printable resource of ready-to-use lessons and cross-curricular activities about space.

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Poetry Packet for Elementary

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National Poetry Month Themed Packet for Elementary

April is National Poetry Month! This themed packet was designed for elementary students, and includes a variety of activ...

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Earth Day STEM Choice Board for Elementary Grades

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Earth Day STEM Choice Board for Elementary Grades

These Earth Day activities for the classroom focus on STEM learning for a great way to celebrate Earth Day with your ele...

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Spring Plants Choice Board for Elementary Grades

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Spring Plants Choice Board for Elementary Grades

These spring activities for elementary students, all about spring plants and flowers, will help your students review and...

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Living in Space Printable II

Discover what it is like to live in space, from what astronauts eat to how they live in the weightless environment.

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Planets and Smaller Space Bodies Quiz

Quiz students on asteroids, comets, and the eight planets in our solar system, with this multiple-choice quiz.

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Space Shuttle Worksheet

Learn about the space shuttle—the first reusable space craft. NASA's space shuttle fleet retired in 2011.

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First Dog in Space

Interesting facts and fun activities related to Kudryavka, the first dog in outer space.

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The Moon Landing & Outer Space—A Guide for Educators

Mark the anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing (July 20, 1969) with the classroom activities and discussion questions i...

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Key Dates of Space Exploration

Review key events in the history of space exploration from 928 to 2006.

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