Unit Plan
Wonderville Media

Wonderville: Neil Armstrong

For Students K - 1st
Neil Armstrong was the first man to walk on the Moon. He was born on August 5, 1930, in Wapakoneta, Ohio. Learn more about Neil Armstrong in this well-constructed overview by Wonderville.
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Other

We Choose the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
Feel like you were right there when Apollo 11 was launched as you listen to the actual Mission Control audio from that date. The mission is further brought to life by photos and video of the event as well as a virtual animation. Go...
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Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies

Mocomi: Neil Armstrong Biography

For Students 2nd - 8th
Interesting biographical information and achievements about Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Education: Walk on the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
This online lesson helps students explore primary sources, including photographs and audio and video recordings, in order to learn about the Apollo crew and spacecraft, the history of the space race, and the incredible technological...
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Smithsonian Institution

National Postal Museum: Art of the Stamp: First Man on the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
View the artwork of Paul Calle as he designed the stamp honoring the first man on the moon. Read about the inspiring story that lead to the making of this stamp.
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Curated OER

Science Kids: Science Images: Astronaut Neil Armstrong

For Students 9th - 10th
A NASA photo of legendary American astronaut Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon.
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Kidport

Kidport: The Moon Landing

For Students 3rd - 5th
Travel back in history and see the first men on the moon. See photos of the crew, the launch, the landing and more.
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NASA

Nasa, Human Space Flight: Apollo 11 Mission

For Students 3rd - 8th
The story of the Apollo 11 lunar landing is told with dramatic details, pictures, and mission highlights.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Apollo 11's Close Call

For Students 9th - 10th
NPR provides facts about the problems faced by the astronauts on Apollo 11. Offers a great photo gallery, a video clip of the event, and excellent related web resources.
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Kidport

Kidport: The Space Shuttle

For Students 3rd - 5th
Students can see actual photos of a space shuttle launching from earth as well as the people who now could go because of technology. Learn about some of the equipment and vehicles used to make it happen.