NASA - Students 5-8

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Do-It-Yourself Podcast

Create your own podcast with NASA video and audio clips.

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In the Spotlight

"Lucy's Planet Hunt"

06.30.09

Lucy wonders if there is life elsewhere in the universe. So she helps make a space telescope to look for Earth-like planets. What does she learn? Turn the pages with your mouse to read her story.

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What Is LRO?

A drawing of the LRO spacecraft in orbit

06.23.09

The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter is NASA's first step toward returning humans to the moon.

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Helping the Blind to See Science and Math

06.16.09

Robert Shelton lost most of his eyesight at age 11. Now he uses sound to make science and math easier for students facing a similar challenge.

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Fun and Games

Could You Bust a Frontside 540 on the Moon?

What would happen if Kier Dillon of the U.S. Snowboard Team were on the moon?
Moon Cookies →

Make cookies that do not need to be baked.
Space Your Face →

Be a part of exploration -- one step, one "groove" at a time! Upload your photo and show friends and family your space moves!

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Stuff You Can Do

Send Your Name to Mars →

Submit your name to be included on a microchip that will be sent to Mars as part of NASA's Mars Science Laboratory mission, scheduled to launch in 2011.
Solar System Ambassador Events →

NASA Solar System Ambassadors are planning education events at local venues across the United States. Visit the site for a calendar of events.
Rock Around the World →

Scientists want students to send in rocks to help them understand the red planet.

World Book for Students

Students in grades 4-8 can use these resources for help with homework and reports.
World Book @ NASA

Middle and high school students can use these resources for research.
MyNASA

Students 13 years and older may use MyNASA to help with homework and projects relating to NASA.