An old piece of a space rocket is flying to the moon. It will hit the moon very fast and make a big hole! Scientists are very excited to watch.
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A big machine that flies up into space
“The rocket went up into space.”
The round bright thing we see in the night sky
“I can see the moon at night.”
Moving very quickly
“The car is very fast.”
An empty space or opening in something
“The dog dug a hole in the garden.”
To move something closer to you
“I pull the door to open it.”
Very happy about something fun or new
“I am excited about my birthday.”
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A rocket went to space last year. It did a big job. It helped send two small ships to the moon. But one part was left behind. Now that old part is still flying!
The rocket part is very big. It is as tall as a building! It has no fuel left. The moon is pulling it closer. It will hit the moon very fast. It will make a big hole!
Scientists want to watch it happen. They will use big telescopes. They hope to see a dust cloud. It is very exciting for everyone. Space is full of surprises!
Test your understanding of the article with these multiple-choice questions.
What will hit the moon?
What did the rocket do before?
Why is the rocket part going to the moon?
What will scientists use to watch?
Answer these comprehension questions about the article.
What will hit the moon?
What job did the rocket do last year?
Why is the rocket part flying to the moon?
What will the rocket part make on the moon?
What will scientists use to watch it?
Share your opinions on these open-ended questions.
Would you like to visit the moon one day?
What would you take with you to space?
Can you think of other things in space?
What is your favorite thing about the night sky?
If you built a rocket, where would you go?
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