http://historyexplorer.si.edu/rss?key=resourcesSmithsonian's History Explorer Resources Related To "From the Internet to Outer Space"http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=2558http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=2558<p><em>Maria's Comet </em>is a work of children's literature about a young girl who longs to study the stars.&nbsp; Included in an OurStory module entitled <em>Exploring the Sky</em>, this activity includes strategies that will help adults and children actively read <em>Maria's Comet </em>together. OurStory is a series of modules designed by the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History to help children and adults enjoy exploring history together through the use of children's literature, everyday objects, and hands-on activities.</p>Wed, 18 Jul 2012 12:47:39 GMThttp://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=2557http://historyexplorer.si.edu/resource/?key=2557<p>People around the world have studied the stars and shared stories through constellations and astrology. By using this OurStory module, children and adults can enjoy exploring history together through children's literature, everyday objects, and hands-on activities. Focused around <em>Maria's Comet</em>, a work of children's literature about a young girl who longs to study the stars, the module includes links to hands-on activities and a list of recommended readings for further exploration.</p>Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:45:48 GMT