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

Students model the position of the planets around the Sun and then model viewing them from Earth on any given date.

Students will compute the approximate travel time to planets in the solar system using different modes of transportation.

In this activity, students use spreadsheet software and their knowledge of scale, proportion and ratios to develop a solar system model that fits on a playground.

Students use advanced algebra concepts to determine the next opportunity to launch a spacecraft to Mars.

Students learn about cloud types to be able to predict inclement weather. They will then identify areas in the school affected by severe weather and develop a solution to ease the impacts of rain, wind, heat or sun.

Students use satellite data to help determine the greatest renewable energy potentials in any given region and develop graphing skills.

This visual math problem set gives students a chance to use the mathematical constant pi with some of the real calculations space explorers use every day.