Students explore different types of space missions and observation techniques that scientists use to study distant objects like asteroids.

Students draw and interpret topographic maps while learning about technology used to map Earth's surface, the seafloor, and other worlds.

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

Students predict the scale of our solar system and the distance between planets, then check their answers using fractions.

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

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.

In this standards-aligned unit, students learn about Mars, design a mission to explore the planet, build and test model spacecraft and components, and engage in scientific exploration.

Students join teenager Hannah on a trip through the solar system in this stellar musical about the planets, moons, asteroids and space.