Lesson Plan: Apollo 11 Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin
Learn about the Apollo 11 mission and the first humans to walk on the moon with this engaging lesson plan.
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Lesson Plan: Apollo 11 Astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin
Lesson Details
Subject: History
Grade Level: 6-8
Duration: 60 minutes
Learning Outcomes
- Know the names of the Apollo 11 astronauts who walked on the moon
- Understand the significance of the Apollo 11 mission
- Can describe the challenges faced by the astronauts during the mission
Methodology
This lesson will be delivered through a combination of lecture, discussion, and group activities.
Resources/Materials
- Video: Apollo 11 Moon Landing
- Handout: Apollo 11 Moonwalking Activity
- Whiteboard and markers
- Laptop and projector
Activities
Introduction (10 minutes)
The teacher will introduce the topic of the Apollo 11 mission and ask students what they know about it.
Lecture (20 minutes)
The teacher will give a brief lecture on the Apollo 11 mission, focusing on the role of Neil Armstrong and Edwin 'Buzz' Aldrin.
Video (10 minutes)
The class will watch a video of the Apollo 11 moon landing.
Discussion (10 minutes)
The class will discuss the significance of the Apollo 11 mission and the challenges faced by the astronauts during the mission.
Group Activity (10 minutes)
Students will work in groups to complete the Apollo 11 Moonwalking Activity handout.
Conclusion (10 minutes)
The teacher will summarize the key points of the lesson and ask students to share what they learned.
