Students create a scale model of the solar system using beads and string.

In this simple engineering design lesson, students turn a piece of paper into an aircraft wing and then try to improve upon their design.

Students build a rubber-band-powered rover that can scramble across the room.

Students learn about surface features on Mars, then use a visual programming language to create a Mars exploration game.

Students design and build a shock-absorbing system that will protect two "astronauts" when they land.

Students study rocket stability as they design, construct and launch paper rockets using soda straws.

Students build a spectrometer using basic materials as a model for how NASA uses spectroscopy to determine the nature of elements found on Earth and other planets.

Students modify a paper cup so it can zip down a line and drop a marble onto a target

In this board-game lesson, students learn basic computer programming skills by playing the roles of a Mars rover, scientist and engineer to make exploration decisions and accomplish science goals.