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Mars

Mars was named after the Roman god of war and is the fourth planet from our Sun. Many scientists believe that Mars once had water, and that if so, perhaps it supported life in some form. Earthlings already have rovers exploring Mars, gathering information that might even lead to starting a colony there. Bea sometimes dreams of being the “First Martian”. What about you? Would you like to be a Martian? Do you know how long a year is on Mars? Is it the same amount of time or different from a year on Earth?

Over the years, NASA has sent five robotic vehicles, called rovers, to Mars. The names of the five rovers are: Sojourner, Spirit and Opportunity, Curiosity, and Perseverance. If you were on Mars and had a rover, what would you name it?

Go to the following link to see pictures of Mars sent by NASA’s rovers. By the way, where on Mars would you go to get your rover’s license?

What is it about Mars that made ancient Romans name it after the god of War? Tell the Wizard what you would have named Mars.

A year on Earth is 365 days. Can you find out how many days are in a Martian year?

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