Would You Live on Mars?

     The 1950's brought about many changes in America. We saw interstate highways for the first time, a push for civil rights, and the Space Race.  By 1955 Americans owned 61 million cars but were still traveling on two lane highways. President Eisenhower pressed for a wide, limited-access interstate to help make travel easier for the public and military. Interstates are now the backbone of America. We also saw a large movement in civil rights. Congress passed two civil rights laws, primarily to support the right of blacks to vote.And our competitive attitude towards Russia created the Space Race. America was shocked when Russia successfully launched the first satellite (Sputnik) into orbit around the world. We could not have Russia beating us, so naturally we launched our own space program. Since the creation of NASA, we have launched many missions not space, even putting humans on the moon. What is next? Living on Mars?

Would you consider living on Mars? Should we even consider it? These are interesting questions to ponder.

Thank you to Emily for leading discussion today. We covered a lot of topics today. We also played a fun game!

I am so glad I captured this on video! It was fun! I wish I would have taped the girls singing 80's music. Maybe next time?

Don't forget; you have 2 weeks off! Whoo Hoo!

Homework:
1. Read Unit 26

Have a great Spring Break!