Shedding Light on the Aurora Borealis

That's News to Me

High Int – Adv
Teens & Adults
Grades 6–12

In this lesson featuring content from The Associated Press, students read about the science behind the aurora borealis, also known as the northern lights. This lesson includes photos, vocabulary, comprehension questions, and a speaking task.

Focus

current events
authentic materials
reading
northern lights

Vocabulary

extensive
forecaster
disruption
outburst
particle
gas
vibrant
magnetism
pummel
equinox
A spinning paper plane