This resource features a three-page article on modern rocketry, Elon Musk, and the push to get to Mars which connects to a cross-curricular integrated history and close reading lesson with material for geography and science as well. This no prep packet is great for sub plans or bell ringers and is just one lesson in a series, called History Minutes.

Now available as a digital resource compatible with Google Slides.™

Included in this resource:

• How to Guide
• 3-Page Reading on the Modern Rocketry movement
• Annotation Guide
• 5-Step Close Reading Activity
  • Main Idea
  • Vocabulary
  • Comprehension Question
  • Prove Your Idea
  • Writing
• Guided Notes
• Geography Lesson - "Where does the story take place?"
• Science Lesson - "How does that work?"
• Smart Scribbles
• Word Puzzles
• Everything in a black & white (grayscale) version
• Color Version in DIGITAL format, compatible with Google Slides™
• Color Version in semi-flattened PPT format in case you have a different LMS.
• All Answer Keys

You will receive a zip file, in which you will receive 2 PDF files, 1 PPT file, and links to the Google Drive™ file. Please make sure you are able to download and extract files prior to purchasing this unit. Thank you!

If you would like to take a glimpse at a similar resource, a free portion of “Machu Picchu” is avaliable at the following link. I hope you enjoy it.

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