SpaceX sent its giant Starship rocket around Earth for the first time! It is the biggest rocket ever. One day it may fly people to the Moon!
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A big machine that flies into space
“The rocket flew very fast.”
Very very big
“We saw a giant tree in the park.”
The area far above Earth where stars are
“Stars and planets are in space.”
Moved through the air (past of fly)
“The bird flew over the house.”
Moving very quickly
“The car is very fast.”
To go to new places and learn about them
“I want to explore the forest.”
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A giant rocket flew into space! It is called Starship. It is the biggest rocket ever. SpaceX made this rocket. It flew from Texas on Monday.
Starship went around Earth. This was its first time! The rocket is very tall and fast. It also put 26 small things in space. They help people use the internet.
One day, Starship may fly to the Moon. People may ride in it too. Space is a fun place to explore. This rocket makes big dreams come true!
Test your understanding of the article with these multiple-choice questions.
What is the name of the rocket?
Where did the rocket fly from?
How many small things did the rocket put in space?
Where may Starship fly one day?
Answer these comprehension questions about the article.
What is the name of the rocket?
Where did the rocket fly from?
What did the rocket do in space?
How many small things did it put in space?
Where may Starship fly one day?
Share your opinions on these open-ended questions.
Would you like to ride in a rocket?
What would you take to space with you?
What is your favorite planet?
Can you draw a rocket? What color is it?
If you went to the Moon, what would you do?
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