Brace for Impact

Coordinate Graphing

Grades 5-6

Objects in space such as asteroids can collide with planet surfaces.

Students will need to analyze and interpret data to figure out which fragment is the biggest threat. They will analyze both textual data, numerical data, and a computer model to get to the bottom of this problem.

Students will use their mathematical skills related to coordinate planes and will synthesize computational thinking with scientific reasoning skills to determine which fragment to destroy.

The crew uses data and sensors to investigate the asteroid, plan the defense strategy, and determine the most dangerous fragment.

The crew devises a plan to neutralize the asteroid, detonate reactors, and choose the most dangerous fragment to target based on evidence and calculations.

The crew discusses and analyzes data to come to conclusions about the best strategy to destroy the asteroid.

The crew observes patterns in the asteroid's trajectory and debris to determine the best course of action to destroy it effectively.

The crew understands the consequences of an uneven reactor detonation and its impact on breaking the asteroid into smaller dangerous fragments.

The crew investigates the asteroid's trajectory, composition, and impact on Earth to devise a plan to neutralize it and protect the city.