Johnson Space Center

Space Exploration in Texas

Lesson Objectives

We Will - Explain the impact the Johnson Space Center and space exploration had on the economy of Texas and the United States.

I Will - Read informational text about the space program and answer comprehension questions.

Essential ?
How did the Johnson Space Center & exploration of space impact the economy of the United States? 

Open Ended

Do you think humans should attempt to colonize Mars? Why or why not?

In this lesson, students will learn how Texas became a center for scientific and technological innovation and boosted the economy of Texas and the United States.

Open Ended

Explain the impact the Johnson Space Center and space exploration had on the United States economy.