A website looks at how we know so much about Mars—telescopes, robots, and spacecraft—and the search for martian life. Following the informational text are three questions that quiz pupils about possible life on Mars. 

Concepts

mars, planets, space, outer space, space exploration, aliens

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Instructional Ideas

• Divide the class into groups, give each group a section to read, then report back to their peers
• Add the website to a unit on planets
• Direct learners to read the information for homework in preparation for a discussion and activity when they return to school

Classroom Considerations

• Some pupils may require reading assistance

• This resource is only available on an unencrypted HTTP website.It should be fine for general use, but don’t use it to share any personally identifiable information

Pros

• Key terms are underlined and defined when learners click on the asterisks
• Includes three links to related resources

Cons

• The pop-up after the quiz appears extra small; the graphic is difficult to see