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Science Kids: Science Images: Eye Tracking Device
An astronaut experiments in gravity free space with an eye tracking device. The complicated equipment rests on the astronauts head as he floats around the shuttle.
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Scholastic: Mae Jemison
This site takes a look at Mae Jemison, the first female African-American astronaut. Content includes a brief biography, a picture, and an excerpt from her book, "Find Where the Wind Goes: Moments from My Life."
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Alabama: Neutral Buoyancy Space Simulator
This structure was built in 1955 to provide a simulated zero-gravity environment in which engineers, designers, and astronauts could perform the various phases of research needed to gain firsthand knowledge concerning design and...
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Wikipedia: National Historic Landmarks in Virginia: Rendezvous Docking Simulator
Trainer used by Gemini and Apollo program astronauts to practice rendezvous and docking techniques at Langley Research Center.
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Wikipedia: Natl Historic Landmarks in Ca: Uss Hornet (Cvs 12) (Aircraft Carrier)
Essex class aircraft carrier which was commissioned in November 1943. She played a role in the Pacific battles of World War II and then went on to serve in the Vietnam War. It also recovered the Apollo Astronauts as they returned from...
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Eagle Prepares to Descend to the Lunar Surface, July 20, 1969.
NPR provides facts about the problems faced by the astronauts on Apollo 11. Offers a great photo gallery, a video clip of the event, and excellent related web resources.
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People in Karnal Town Pay Tribute
The BBC reports on the reaction in India after the death of astronaut Kalpana Chawla during the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster.
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Magazine Cover Featuring Kalpana Chawla
The BBC reports on the reaction in India after the death of astronaut Kalpana Chawla during the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster.
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Ilan Ramon
The BBC explores the Israel's reaction to the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy and the death of Israeli astronaut Ilan Ramon.
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Photo of Julie Payette
A brief biography of Canadian female astronaut, Julie Payette. The biography profiles Payette's career as an electrical and computer engineer and pilot as well as her main claim to fame: being the first Canadian to work onboard the...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Research in Space
This photo shows an astronaut researching in the zero gravity environment of space.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Buzz Aldrin on the Moon
A NASA photo of American astronaut Buzz Aldrin as he walks on the moon in his spacesuit.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Buzz Aldrin's Bootprint
This famous NASA photo taken on the moon is of American astronaut Buzz Aldrin's bootprint.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Lunar Rover
A photo of an astronaut as he interacts with a lunar rover while on the moon.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Man on the Moon
An iconic photo of an astronaut as he does field work on the moon.
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Science Kids: Science Images: Space Training
At the NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, California, astronauts use a special exercise device to measure the effect of weightlessness on the human body during long space flights.
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Kidport: The Moon Landing
Travel back in history and see the first men on the moon. See photos of the crew, the launch, the landing and more.
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Kidport: The Space Shuttle
Students can see actual photos of a space shuttle launching from earth as well as the people who now could go because of technology. Learn about some of the equipment and vehicles used to make it happen.
University of Wisconsin
The Why Files: Spacy Mechanical Masterpiece
An interesting article describing repairs which were completed on the Hubble telescope in 1993 and 1997. Also contains links to pictures taken by the telescope.
NASA
Nasa: Detailed Chronology of Events Surrounding the Apollo
How would you like to experience what was actually said during the Apollo 13 accident? At this site read recorded NASA information from 2.5 minutes before the accident to about 5 minutes after.
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Nasa: The Space Place
This site from NASA's Space Place is geared towards early elementary learners. It offers detailed instructions for crafts and activities related to space, games and a teacher resource area. Students can also ask an expert at this site.
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Mocomi: International Space Station (Iss)
Provides 13 awesome facts about the International Space Station.
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