Lyfta Time #61: Cathy in the USA
Meet Cathy, an astronomer and space scientist working on the NASA Lucy mission.
Teacher notes
This lesson introduces Cathy, as American space scientist working at NASA in the United States. It can be used to explore the themes of women in STEM, space and the origins of our solar system and the importance of mentoring. This mini-lesson can be delivered either from the front of the classroom using a central computer and screen, or for students who have access to their own computers or devices. Like ALL Lyfta storyworlds, these characters are unique. We don't share stories as being 'typical' or as 'single stories' of people or places. **Please note:** If this is your first Lyfta lesson, please see these specially designed introductory lesson plans first, which introduce the Quest Tracker and how Lyfta works: Option 1: '#1 Lyfta Time: Rob in Cornwall' is a 20 minute introduction exploring one storyworld Option 2: ‘How to use Lyfta’ is a 45 minute lesson exploring multiple storyworlds.
Related collections
This lesson forms part of these collections:
Lyfta Times, Science
A collection of Lyfta Times focusing on themes and professions related to STEM, for schools using the Lyfta Time series. Please note that there is much more related content that can be found on the storyworld preview pages and in search.
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A collection for teachers following the Lyfta Time series who want to focus on introducing professionals and careers from around the world. Please note that you may also like to explore lesson plans from the related storyworlds - many of which have career-specific lesson plans. You can see more information about the careers covered in the Lyfta Time description.
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