Earth and Space: Our Solar System · Earth & Space

Space Exploration and Ethics

Examining the history of space travel and the future of human exploration.

Key Questions

  1. 1What are the greatest risks and rewards of exploring other planets?
  2. 2How has space technology benefited life on Earth?
  3. 3Who should own the resources found on asteroids or the moon?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Space - Grade 6ON: STEM Skills and Connections - Grade 6
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: Science
Unit: Earth and Space: Our Solar System
Period: Earth & Space

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