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Rockets by Size
02.08.10 - This introductory activity to space is good for kindergartners and first graders. It uses a variety of skills -- from cutting and drawing to basic math.
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Countdown Begins
02.02.10 - In this lesson, students associate a countdown with a rocket launch and practice counting from 10 to 1. Graphics to support this lesson are included with the document.
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Dancing Lights
01.26.10 - An activity for grades 3-5 encourages students to be creative as they explore the beauty, science and mythology of auroras.
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Amazing Space Teaching Tools →
01.26.10 - Use these tools to bring space science into your classroom! A description, suggestions for using the resource, and related materials accompany each tool.
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What's Hidden Inside? Activity
01.19.10 - This lesson challenges students to gather information about items they cannot see, using limited senses.
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Field Trip to the Moon Educator Guide
05.18.10 - Students use inquiry-based learning as they work in teams to understand complex systems and design a self-sufficient lunar station. Each team will have two tasks with specific objectives to complete.
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Space Science Is for Everyone
12.01.09 - NASA and the Southeast Regional Clearinghouse offer a collection of helpful hints and resources for STEM educators who work with persons with disabilities.
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Food Preparation for Space Activity
11.03.09 - Help students simulate food preparation on the International Space Station by measuring and mixing ingredients of rehydratable food and drinks.
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Case of the Inhabitable Habitat →
10.20.09 - The Tree House Detectives accept the challenge of designing a habitat that can sustain life on Mars. Scroll to the 2001-2002 Season to find the guide and video segments related to the show.
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LCROSS Education →
09.29.09 - Lesson plans, images and Web sites help bring the moon into your classroom.
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NASA -- Careers
09.15.09 - NASA is more than astronauts.
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Blast Back to School
08.11.09 - Add a little space to your classroom this year with NASA educational resources.
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Teachers, Whip Up a Mouth-Watering Meteorite Activity
08.17.09 - A recent meteorite discovery on Mars and an edible classroom activity provide a scrumptious way to kick off the new school year with a meteorite lesson.
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KSNN's How Do Shuttles Blast Off? →
08.25.09 - Get your classroom ready for the launch of STS-128.
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Comet on a Stick!
08.18.09 - Help students build a model of a comet.
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Plan to Fly There
08.11.09 - Students use measurement and problem-solving skills to create a simple flight plan. They role-play the communication process that pilots use with the phonetic alphabet.
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Lunar and Planetary Institute Educator Resources →
08.04.09 - This site contains standards-based lesson plans and resources.
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Student Observation Network
07.28.09 - The Student Observation Network provides activity modules with a theme that promotes inquiry.
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Science@NASA for Educators →
07.21.09 - Use these unique NASA resources to provide opportunities for students to investigate their world and their universe.
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Exploring the Moon Educator Guide
07.14.09 - Use the information found in this guide to help students travel to the moon!