Discovery and New Frontiers: Space School Musical

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Discovery and New Frontiers: Space School Musical
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Discovery and New Frontiers Education and Public Outreach
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Shari Asplund
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Mail Stop 230-260
4800 Oak Grove Drive
Pasadena, CA 91109
818-354-7280
[email protected]
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Discovery and New Frontiers
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Space School Musical is a play that introduces the solar system to students while integrating science with performing arts, physical education, music, social themes and leadership opportunities. Aimed at upper elementary and middle school students, the play teaches solar system science in a fun and engaging way.  Designed for easy and successful replication, the package includes a DVD of the play performed by high school students, a CD with the songs, and a CD-ROM with teacher tips, an activity guide, booklet on how to produce the play, and lyrics. Fourteen trainings from 2-5 hours on using the musical to teach students about space science were conducted in FY'12.

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