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Woman on a Mission

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Young scholars explore the July 1999 space shuttle mission while learning how to cite Web sites in correct MLA bibliographical format. They discuss the mission's goals and historic importance as the first American space flight commanded by a woman.

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astronauts, flight, space shuttles

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astronauts, flight, space shuttle, science
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Resource Details

Grade
6th - 12th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
1 hr
Year
1999
Usage Permissions
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