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Extraterrestrial Communication: Can We Talk to Anybody Out There? Lesson PlanExtraterrestrial Communication: Can We Talk to Anybody Out There? Lesson Plan
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Extraterrestrial Communication: Can We Talk to Anybody Out There?

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Students examine the possibilities of communication with other living organisms within our solar system through research and hands on activities, as well as observing and analyzing teacher demonstrations.

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communication, space

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communication, extraterrestrial, space, math
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Grade
5th - 6th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
Audience
For Teacher Use
Duration
2 days
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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