Use this set of 13 sight word and image display cards for your reading and history lessons.
Read About Mae Jemison’s Accomplishments
Use these cards for an interactive read-aloud while your students learn about a pioneer of the space program!
In 1992, Dr. Mae Jemison broke barriers when she became the first African American female astronaut, spending a week in orbit on theEndeavorspace flight.
Make Reading Time out of This World!
Among the many benefits of reading aloud, students will develop their language, expand theirvocabulary, and strengthen theirlistening skills.
At the beginning of the week, display the cards in a pocket chart and model engaging reading strategies:
- Monitor your pace.
- Demonstrate text-specific facial and vocal expressions.
- Ask questions.
- Make connections.
Continueread-aloudswith your students during the week, using the picture cards as a visual reference. At the end of the week, have the students read them independently.
In addition to yourBlack History Month curriculum, this activity can be used for lessons duringWomen’s History Monthand even discussions aboutEarth and space!
Alternative Uses for These Cards That Build a Love of Reading
We created this resource for circle time andreading lessons. In addition, we suggest these alternative uses to reinforce reading skills and new vocabulary words with your small group and full-class lessons:
- Print on cardstock for areading centeractivity where students match the text to the images.
- Print a copy for each student, glue it into theirreading journal, and have them read to an adult at home.
- Download the black and white version and distribute it as a cut and color matching activity.
Pair this reading activity with our太空词墙»
Easily Prepare This Resource for Your Students
Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the color and black and white PDF versions. Print on cardstock for added durability and longevity.
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