On this date in 1976 the Viking 2 spacecraft lands at Utopia Planitia on Mars takes the first close-up, color photos of the planet's surface.

Keep index cards handy so you can write down short notes on the children in your classroom. Review these frequently to ensure that you've not overlooked any child.

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