NASA s Office of History has chronicled these feats and has developed many resources to help students better understand the development of America s space program. While the tremendous technical and scientific accomplishments of NASA demonstrate vividly that humans can achieve previously inconceivable feats, we also are humbled by the realization that Earth is just a tiny 'blue marble' in the cosmos.
Timelines are an effective way to understand the chronology of historical events.
This NASA timeline activity offers a unique opportunity to blend a social studies activity with science inquiry. By constructing a visual timeline of NASA missions, students can expand their understanding of significant historical developments in space science. Students can also further explore NASA s history using resources available on the Office of History Web site and other resources. Social Studies Standard and Benchmark Historical Understanding Understands and knows how to analyze chronological relationships and patterns. Ask students what they notice about the timeline.