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NASA

Nasa: Space Shuttle Glider

For Students 9th - 10th
Assemble a basic scale model of the space shuttle as a hands-on activity. The activity features math-related concepts such as finding the scale of the paper model and the glide ratio of its flight.
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National Center for Earth and Space Science Education (Ncesse)

For Students 9th - 10th
An organization committed to promoting education in the earth and space sciences. Highlights current research, projects students can participate in, professional development opportunities, and educational programs, such as visiting...
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Other

Boeing: International Space Station

For Students 9th - 10th
Boeing, the prime contractor for the International Space Station, provides a detailed overview of the station. Content focuses on the assembly sequence, mission modules, components and structure, systems, and the scientific experiments...
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Seeker

Seeker: Discovery Space

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover Space addresses broad range of topics related to space and space exploration. Subscribe to Discovery's space blogs, view a collection of videos, read interviews, and keep up with the latest space-related news and events.
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NASA

Nasa Science Missions

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the many space missions from the past, present, and future. Each mission has a link to more information such as where it is at this point and where it is heading.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Aerospace Engineer

For Students 6th - 8th
Space travel is still a dream of many. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become an aerospace engineer, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with people who have pursued this...
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Other

Popular Mechanics: Space Science

For Students 9th - 10th
Popular Mechanics covers the latest news in space science. Here are several current articles on this topic.
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Extreme Science

Extreme Science

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Find the biggest, baddest, most extreme of everything science all in one place. Includes wild topics in earth science, life science, space science, weather, oceanography, and technology.
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Extreme Science

Extreme Science

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the science behind the "extremes" in our world. Organized into sections on earth science, the animal kingdom, technology, and space science, this site opens your eyes to giant creatures, amazing technological advances, vast...
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NASA

Nasa Space Place: El Space Place

For Students 3rd - 8th
NASA's space science site for kids - en Espanol. Features a wide range of activities, including games, projects, animations, and more. Also contains useful information on basic physics, chemistry, and other natural sciences, offering...
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Other

Aaas Science News: Week of 2 24 14: Europe to Launch Hunt for Exoplanets

For Students 6th - 8th
Article reports on the European Space Agency's upcoming program to search for exoplanet in space.
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NASA

Nasa Space Science Data Archive: Chronology of Lunar and Planetary Exploration

For Students 9th - 10th
A detailed chronology of all Russian and American attempts at lunar and planetary exploration. Contains links to each individual spacecraft.
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National Science Foundation

National Science Foundation: Astronomy and Space: Research Overview

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore some of our most fundamental questions about space exploration with this research overview collected by scientists at the National Science Foundation. Additionally, experience deep space first-hand with telescope interactives.
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American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: O Logy: Astronomy: Our Place in Space

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource is a place for learning all about astronomy--stargazing, planets, space science, and interesting astronomical phenomena and discoveries. Explore, ask questions, find information, and meet American Museum of Natural History...
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NASA

Nasa: The Space Place: Looking for Water Everywhere!

For Students 9th - 10th
NASA has discovered water in space. This interactive resource allows you to examine the different planets and moons in our solar system to find out where their water is located.
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NASA

Nasa: Image Science Center: Ask the Space Scientist

For Students 9th - 10th
A NASA space scientist provides 98 questions and answers about the sun, the center of our solar system.
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NASA

Nasa: Space Place

For Students 3rd - 8th
NASA offers games, animations, and projects to help kids explore earth, space, and technology.
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NASA

Nasa: Space Place: Kids

For Students 1st - 6th
This collection of resources for children includes games and articles about space exploration. Topics also include the sun and weather.
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Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Contemporary Literature: Fantasy and Science Fiction

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson is an introduction to Contemporary Fantasy and Science Fiction including definitions, themes, characteristics, and some leading authors and movies.
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NASA

Nasa: National Aeronautics and Space Administration

For Students 9th - 10th
This is NASA's home page, with daily updates and links to the countless NASA sites. The multimedia gallery is of particular interest, containing a wealth of photos, videos, audio clips, and more.
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Other

Space Research Institute: Homepage

For Students 9th - 10th
Homepage of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences Space Research Institute.
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Canada Science and Technology Museum

Canada Science and Technology Museum: Canada in Space

For Students 9th - 10th
Canada in Space! This educational site opens links to specific topics relating to Canadians and their involvement and contributions to space and international programs. An informative read for students to have a better appreciation of...
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New York Times

New York Times: Space

For Students 9th - 10th
The New York Times maintains this archive of articles relating to space and space exploration.
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NASA

Kennedy Space Center: Nasa Space Shuttle Launch Archive

For Students 9th - 10th
This site allows easy access to a number of NASA websites with information on space shuttle launches. A chronological listing of all past missions with a link to mission summary sites is the main feature of this site.

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