Scientists know more about Mars than any other planet in our solar system. As they learn more, more questions arise. An engaging video lesson from a solar system series discusses three different mysteries that are intriguing to scientists and may suggest the presence of past life.

Concepts

mars, planets, the solar system

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Give learners a graphic organizer highlighting the three mysteries; ask them to write down key information while watching the lesson
• Have pupils develop their own theories in response to each mystery

Classroom Considerations

• Independent viewing requires Internet access

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Incorporates actual surface images of Mars
• YouTube provides an auto-translate option that may assist ELL/ELD pupils

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.6-8.7 RST.9-10.7 RST.11-12.7