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In a Galaxy Far, Far, Far Away Lesson PlanIn a Galaxy Far, Far, Far Away Lesson Plan
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In a Galaxy Far, Far, Far Away

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Sixth graders compare distances between objects in the solar system. They investigate how light years are measured and when using them to measure how distances compare with one another. They write an essay exploring the possibility of space travel.

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6th
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Math
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2 days
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2002
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