Could we live on Mars? | Teach with space PR58

ARKIVERT INNHOLD 16 MAI. 2023 Utgivelsesdato 2914 Visninger

In brief

In this activity, students will compare Earth and Mars in the context of geography and science, while also designing their own life forms that could thrive on Mars.

In this activity, students will compare Earth and Mars in the context of geography and science, while also designing their own life forms that could thrive on Mars.


This classroom resource is designed for primary school pupils with the objective of comparing Earth and Mars through geography and science. Students will begin by comparing the positions of both planets in the solar system, and end by designing their own life forms that could potentially survive on Mars. Mars is an excellent target for exploration as it is the most similar planet to Earth in the solar system. Studying it can help us understand the history of life on our own planet and potentially uncover secrets about the evolution of Earth and other planets in our solar system.

Languages: English

Subject: Science, Geography

Age: 8-12 years old

Time: 40-60 minutes (depending on how long pupils want to spend designing)

Learning objectives:

  • Identify the main differences between Mars and Earth

  • Compare Earth and Mars by looking at images and facts

  • Familiarise with environmental conditions on Mars

  • Design and label a Martian life form, based on the planet’s characteristics

This resource was developed in the framework of a collaboration between ESERO UK and ESA.


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