NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

When the crew members of the Space Shuttle Discovery lift off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, Fla., they'll be supported by two years of hard work by tens of thousands of people determined to make the Space Shuttle safer. It's a mission that promises to begin with a safe and exciting reach for the sky and end with an even happier landing. Join NASA TV as it showcases its award-winning videos that highlight "Return to Flight."

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This 'Extra' feature highlights educational products, activities, multimedia and Web sites related to "Return to Flight."

Image to the right: The Space Shuttle Discovery is NASA's Return to Flight vehicle. Credit NASA

NASA Educational Products




Space Shuttle Glider (All Grades)
This NASA Educational Brief provides a hands-on activity for building a model of the Space Shuttle.
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3... 2... 1... Liftoff! Educator Guide (Grades Pre-K-2)
This Educator Guide focuses on activities about the International Space Station and the role rockets play in its construction.
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Rockets Educator Guide (Grades K-12)
Use the activities in this guide to teach about the history, scientific principles and mathematics of Rockets through exciting problem-solving and cooperative learning activities.
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The Case of the Great Space Exploration Video (Grades 3-5)
New discoveries by NASA and a new vision for space exploration create an excitement in the tree house as the detectives set off to learn what it will take to become a space explorer. Join them as they head to Space Camp and NASA to find out if they truly have the "right stuff."
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Return to Flight Family Activity Kit (Grades K-4)
Get involved with NASA! Obtain this activity kit that includes: bookmarks, a picture of the International Space Station, a paper Space Shuttle to put together and a NASA Logo sticker. All this and at a great price, too!
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NASA Educational Multimedia Materials

The Central Operation of Resources for Educators (CORE) is the worldwide distribution center for NASA-produced multimedia materials. Education Modules for themes are bundled by topic and may include CD-ROMs, videotapes, educator guides, posters, lithographs, books, lesson plans, bookmarks, fact sheets, slide sets and activity kits.

Image to right: NASA develops multimedia resources for educators. Credit: NASA

Module Spotlight:
Human Space Flight/Shuttle
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Living in Space
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Search words for CORE materials: Return to Flight, Space Shuttle, International Space Station, Mars, Moon

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Follow the Theme - Activities, Adventures and Web Sites of Interest

Return to Flight Kids' Page Explore with us as we prepare the Space Shuttle for a safe flight. + View site

Return to Flight Interactive Feature This Web site has something for all age groups. Included are downloadable desktop images, an interactive Space Shuttle tour and a video introduction of the STS-114 crew. + View site

Shuttle Launch Game Younger students will enjoy putting the pieces of this puzzle together to stage the launch sequence of the Space Shuttle. + View site

View a Shuttle Launch or Landing This Web site is beneficial for all age groups. Learn where all the best vantage points for viewing Shuttle launches are in Brevard County and get tips for viewing a Shuttle landing. + View site

Sci-Fi vs. Science Fact How much do you know about space travel and the search for extraterrestrial life? + View flash + View non-flash

Color and Learn This book has pages to color as students read about the sequence of a Shuttle launch. + View PDF

Virtual Astronaut Middle school students can try this interactive, 3-D suite of instructional materials that demonstrate the activities and scientific research of astronauts on board the International Space Station. + View site

Behind the Scenes of Human Space Flight Human space flight starts on the ground, where thousands of NASA employees, contractors and industry partners work together to send humans safely into space. Meet the people who make it all happen and visit the unique facilities where they work. + View site

Enter the Firing Room
Enter the Firing Room is intended to inspire and motivate middle school students to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics by providing a virtual tour of the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) Firing Room.
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Space Food
A lot of special food is needed for six months in space! This feature for young students explains how food is chosen.
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Did you know astronauts' bodies change shape in space?
This close captioned video for grades 3-5 is followed with activities and a quiz.
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Videos showcased in the July 2005 Education File Schedule to support "Return to Flight." Dressed for Space, Destination Tomorrow™ Programs 4, 5, 6, 8, 16, 17, 18, 19, Explorer Generation Music Video, Mars - What Would You Wear?, Earth Crew Webcast Programs 3 and 4, Nerf Glider, Destination Tomorrow™ Program, Working in Space, Tortillas in Space, Safety First, Living in Space, All Systems Go, Communications Satellites, The Case of the Great Space Exploration and Better Health From Space to Earth.
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Additional Resources

World Book @ NASA: Space Exploration
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World Book @ NASA: Mars
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World Book @ NASA: Moon
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Humans in Space
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Space Shuttle Facts
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The Importance of Exploration
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Shuttle and Station Features
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Join the Earth Crew
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NASA Human Space Flight
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