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After reading a brief history of Carl Skalak's journey on the open waters, scholars make a three-dimensional model of the Earth out of an Origami balloon using a printable decorated as the Earth.
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Instructional Ideas
- Label the print out then make a class set of copies to reinforce Earth's continents, oceans, and seas
- Look up and show video origami tutorials, focusing on the Origami Balloon
- Have extra pieces of paper available in case learners need to try again or continue practicing their origami skills
Classroom Considerations
- Each class members requires a pair of scissors and a color copy of the paper guide
Pros
- Breaks instructions into 13 detailed steps
- Provides pictures to assist in Origami Balloon building
- Offers two extension activities
Cons
- Beware of broken links