Lesson Plan
Inspiring Astronauts: Christina Koch and Jessica Meir
In this lesson plan, students learn about the first all-female spacewalk and get inspired by astronauts Christina Koch and Jessica Meir.
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In this reading and writing lesson plan, first and second graders will learn about two inspiring astronauts: Christina Koch and Jessica Meir. Students will watch an interview with the astronauts, read a short text about traveling to space, and answer questions about what they read. For an added challenge, students can conduct independent research to find out more about the topic of astronauts and spacewalks. This lesson plan is a great way to engage children during Women's History Month.
Learning Objectives
- Students will be able to read an informational text.
- Students will be able to answer questions about a text.
Introduction
(10 minutes)- Ask students to share what they know about astronauts. Write their responses on the chart paper labeled "What I Know About Astronauts."
- Now ask students what they wonder about astronauts. Write their questions on the chart paper labeled "What I Wonder About Astronauts."
- Tell students that today they will be learning about two inspiring astronauts, Christina Koch and Jessica Meir. By learning about these women, students will expand their knowledge of astronauts.