The student will be able to: a) Read about and understand the historical significance of the 1928 dedication event when the flight markers were placed. b) See the importance of the rail that was used to push the flyer for takeoff. c) Estimate the distance of the first flight. d) Trace the 4 distances and times the flyer actually flew by running between the markers as they are being timed.
Recommended level: Upper Elementary: Third Grade through Fifth Grade
1. The Wright Flyer's Historic Flights and Markers