Ants in Space
Ants in Space is a set of free online resources for an exciting, authentic science investigation based on the “Ants in Space” experiment on…
Train Like an Astronaut
This is one of many activities in NASA’s Train Like an Astronaut project. The activities were published in 2012 and were inspired by Michelle Obama’s…
DNA Minizines
Print and fold these cute “minizines” and enjoy their simple, playful explanations of important topics in genetic research: PCR, DNA, and CRISPR. These concepts are relevant to…
Space Nutrition
This NASA guide from 2012 covers nutrition as well as exercise and other important human health considerations for space travel. It combines a friendly…
Crystal Growth in Microgravity
Learners investigate the growth of crystals under different temperature conditions using heat pack hand warmers. This activity is from page 148 of the immense…
Microgravity: Earth and Space
Published in 2001, this Microgravity Educator’s Guide provides a thorough introduction and eight activities that each target specific grade ranges. Students create microgravity in…
Keeping Your Cool
Students learn about the extravehicular mobility unit (EMU), or spacesuit, and experience the water-cooling technology that helps maintain the astronaut’s body temperature. This activity…