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Maria Mitchell discovered a comet, became the first female astronomer in the United States, and even has a crater on the moon named after her! Learn more about her passion for the stars with an informative reading passage, followed by questions about vocabulary and reading comprehension.
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Instructional Ideas
- Add to a homework packet for extra practice
- Include in a reading assessment to reinforce vocabulary and comprehension skills
- Have learners complete additional research about Maria Mitchell or other prominent female scientists
Classroom Considerations
- The reading passage seems long, but it's double spaced and typed in a large font
Pros
- Comes with vocabulary words for learners to focus on as they read
- A great addition to your Women in History unit
- Provides an answer key
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- None