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Curated Video

Exploring the Final Frontier: The Future of Space Exploration

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In this video, a panel of experts, including film director James Cameron and Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield, gather to discuss the future of space exploration. They cover a range of topics such as Mercury probes, private space...
Instructional Video5:31
Curated Video

European Space Exploration: Highlights of 2004

Pre-K - Higher Ed
In 2004, European Space exploration reached new heights with notable missions and discoveries. Mars Express provided unprecedented detailed images of the Red Planet's surface, while Rosetta embarked on a 10-year journey to study a...
Instructional Video2:49
Curated Video

SMART 1: Europe's Mission to the Moon and Advancements in Space Exploration

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The SMART 1 mission, launched by the European Space Agency in 2003, has successfully achieved lunar orbit and is Europe's first mission to the Moon. With its advanced technologies and compact design, SMART 1 aims to study the Moon's...
Instructional Video3:46
Wonderscape

Katherine Johnson's Legacy: A Pioneer in Space and STEM

K - 5th
This video celebrates the legacy of Katherine Johnson, highlighting her numerous contributions to NASA and her trailblazing role for women and African-Americans in STEM. Katherine's awards, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom,...
Instructional Video3:20
Wonderscape

Katherine Johnson: A Brilliant Mind in Math and Science

K - 5th
This video explores the early years of Katherine Johnson, a trailblazing mathematician who played a critical role in NASA’s space program. Learn about her early love for math, her education journey, and how her dedication to learning led...
Instructional Video7:55
Wonderscape

The New Space Race: Billionaires and Beyond

K - 5th
Explore the dynamic landscape of modern space exploration driven by billionaire entrepreneurs like Elon Musk, Richard Branson, and Jeff Bezos. Delve into the emergence of private space companies, their ambitious goals, and the rise of...
Instructional Video8:09
Wonderscape

Exploring the Space Race: From Sputnik to Apollo

K - 5th
Delve into the captivating history of the Space Race, a pivotal era marked by intense competition between the United States and the Soviet Union. From the launch of Sputnik to the monumental Apollo 11 mission, discover the political...
Instructional Video3:45
Wonderscape

Debating the Future of Space Exploration

K - 5th
Join the conversation on the pros and cons of space exploration amid the rise of billionaire-led space ventures. Explore contrasting views on the allocation of resources between space exploration and earthly concerns, such as climate...
Instructional Video4:01
Wonderscape

The Challenges and Changes in Space Exploration

K - 5th
Explore the complexities of space exploration, from its awe-inspiring achievements to its tragic setbacks. Learn about pivotal events like the Challenger and Columbia disasters, which reshaped perceptions of space travel. Delve into the...
Instructional Video4:37
Wonderscape

The Earth and Mars: A Tale of Two Planets

K - 5th
Explore the unique characteristics of Earth, our home planet, and Mars, the intriguing Red Planet. Learn about Earth's perfect conditions for life and Mars's cold, desert-like environment, along with the scientific interest in possibly...
Instructional Video7:01
Wonderscape

Physics of Rockets: Applying Newton's Laws of Motion

K - 5th
Dive into the basics of rocket science, exploring the fundamental physics principles that enable rockets to defy gravity and soar into space. Discover how Newton's laws of motion play a critical role in rocket engineering and launch...
Instructional Video1:40
Great Big Story

The transformative power of viewing Earth from space

12th - Higher Ed
Experience the profound change astronauts feel observing Earth from space, highlighting unity and the triviality of daily concerns.
Instructional Video1:56
Great Big Story

Holding the cosmos, an entrepreneur's meteorite collection

12th - Higher Ed
Naveen Jain reveals his unique collection of meteorites, showcasing the profound connection between space artifacts and human curiosity.
Instructional Video5:08
Curated Video

Man in the Moon

3rd - 8th
Dr. Forrester teaches about the moon, its qualities, and the phases.
Instructional Video11:23
Great Big Story

How One Man Built His Own Spacesuit

12th - Higher Ed
Witness the incredible journey of a professor building a spacesuit to fulfill his dream of high-altitude flight.
Instructional Video3:28
Great Big Story

How a Man_s Ashes Made it to the Moon

12th - Higher Ed
Explore Eugene's lifelong quest for space, from geology to a dream of the moon. Witness tragedy, resilience, and a celestial resting place. A captivating tale of love and lunar exploration that transcends the Earth's bounds.
Instructional Video3:50
Great Big Story

From the Depths of the Ocean to the Vastness of Space: Kathy Sullivan's Extraordinary Journey

12th - Higher Ed
Embark on an awe-inspiring journey with Kathy Sullivan, a remarkable individual who holds the distinction of being the first person to both venture into space and reach the deepest point in the ocean. Join Kathy as she shares her...
Instructional Video5:02
Curated Video

Remembering Apollo 11: The Historic Moon Landing of 1969

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video provides a detailed account of the historic Apollo 11 mission, highlighting the journey of astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins as they became the first humans to land on the moon in 1969. From the...
Instructional Video5:01
Curated Video

Launching the Space Race: The Legacy of Sputnik One

Pre-K - Higher Ed
This video recounts the historic launch of Sputnik One by the Soviet Union in 1957, marking the beginning of the space race between the USSR and the United States. This event led to increased focus and investment in space exploration by...
Instructional Video2:42
Curated Video

Smart One Probe: Mapping the Moon and Paving the Way for Future Space Exploration

Pre-K - Higher Ed
The Smart One probe, launched in 2003, is revolutionizing lunar exploration with its solar-powered ion drive and high-resolution imaging capabilities. Cost-effective and compact, Smart One is paving the way for future space missions by...
Instructional Video4:31
Wonderscape

F to L: Exploring Stars, Galaxies, and More

K - 5th
This video continues the space journey, covering letters F to L. It delves into fixed stars, galaxies, the Hubble Telescope, the International Space Station, Jupiter, the Kuiper Belt, and light years. Alphabet in Outer Space part 3
Instructional Video5:32
Curated Video

Space Exploration: Risk Versus Reward

3rd - Higher Ed
Dr. Forrester examines the history of the Challenger mission to space by diagramming a timeline of the historical events. She compares and contrasts the positive and negative travels to space by making sense of the reasons for traveling...
Instructional Video2:18
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Puppy Diplomacy and the Cold War

9th - Higher Ed
In 1961, a gift from Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev to President John F. Kennedy, the adorable pooch Pushinka, brought the men closer together. Did puppy diplomacy prevent an all out nuclear war?
Instructional Video2:11
Curated Video

NASA: National Aeronautics and Space Administration

9th - Higher Ed
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, aka NASA, has been at the forefront of science, technology, and space exploration since 1958. Its work remains an inspiration to millions of people around the world.