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

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

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

Explore space and science activities that students can do with NASA at Home, including video tutorials for making rockets, Mars rovers, Moon landers, and more.

Students use a visual programming language to create a video game that simulates the process of collecting samples on Mars.

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

Students design and test parachute landing systems to successfully land a probe on target.