by NASA 2010

Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.

This week in class, we’re reading "What is an Orbit?" by NASA.

The informational text "What is an Orbit?" explains what an orbit is, the forces that allow objects to stay in orbit, and how both natural and man-made bodies orbit each other in space.

As we read, we will be discussing the theme of Human vs. Nature as it relates to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"Who's in control: humanity or nature?" and "How do we view nature?"

Ways to support your child: