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Are aliens real? Find out with an engaging video that details the three ingredients—water, oxygen, and food—necessary for living things to survive.
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CCSS:
Adaptable
NGSS:
Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Invite learners to draw and color what they believe an alien would look like
- Instruct pupils to take notes and write a reflection for homework
- Have the video ready to play in full-screen mode to prevent viewing inappropriate comments or suggested videos
Classroom Considerations
- Part of a series of videos that detail topics within space and astronomy
- An ad pops up close to the start of the video
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Encourages children to ask questions and seek out information
- Captivates class members through colorful graphics and an energetic host
Cons
- A fast talking host may cause viewers to miss information; enable closed captioning, pause, and replay as needed