KS2 WORKSHOP

COULD YOU BE AN ASTRONAUT?

Do you have the physical skills, knowledge and aptitude to get a place on the 'Children's Moon Programme' with Michael May?

Learning Objectives

  • To identify the key elements to being an astronaut.
  • To understand the importance of physical fitness.
  • To use persuasive text to put forward an argument.
  • To be able to describe the importance of space research in relation to life on earth.

Content

  • Introduction to Sue Palmer and May's Moon.
  • Today's workshop objectives.
  • What's happening in Space Right Now (Video).
  • Tim Peake's Principia Mission.
  • Group discussion on what you need to be an astronaut.
  • Train like an astronaut.
  • Complete Dexterity and Hand-Eye Coordination exercises.
  • Group results and discussion.
  • Discussion and exercise on persuasive text (full day).
  • Quiz - let's test your knowledge and listening (full day).

Learning Outcomes

  • I know the key skills, knowledge and aptitude required to become an astronaut.
  • I know what is happening in space right now.