Summary:

October Sky is a movie that follows a group of high-school kids who attempt to build a rocket in their backyards. October Sky is a movie about a teenage boy who is inspired by the launch of the first artificial satellite to pursue his dreams of becoming a rocket scientist. The movie is a great way to learn more about rocket science and the challenges of space exploration.

How to Use it:

After watching, have your students work on an engineering challenge where they design a solution to a real-world problem, just like the astronauts did. For example, they could create a parachute to safely land a payload. They really can do any challenge you dream up! 

Learning Topics:

• Mathematics

• Science and technology

• Space

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