NASA: Details of 8-Week Program

Planets and Moons

Set off on a voyage to discover the Solar System, impersonate the planets, and recreate an eclipse! Build a Gravity-Assisted Launcher and send your space probe out of this world!  

Atmosphere and Beyond

Explore the atmosphere of Earth and planets beyond. Keep Arnie the Aquanaut dry during an underwater walk and create a model sunset. Build a Meteorological Station to investigate wind, pressure an light at home.  

Space Phenomena

Create your own impact craters and observe model meteors. Learn about reflected light in a friendly game of satellite tag and make a working model of the James Webb Space Telescope to take home. 

Sun and Stars

Investigate the Sun, distant stars, and the galaxies they form. Create your own constellations and complete your rocket to bring home. 

Rocket Science

Follow a detailed construction plan to build your very own model rocket while exploring the science of rocketry. Play a fun game illustrating the four forces of flight. 

 Space Travel

Race balloon rockets and devise a balloon-powered rocket car. Build a unique Space Copter to take home. Soar to new heights with a model rocket launch!

Space Technology

Help laser light through a maze, use principles of radar technology to find hidden mountains, and launch a satellite into orbit. Take home a Stereo Viewer to explore planet surfaces in 3D! 

Living in Space

Set out on a mission to investigate life in space! Participate in the construction of a model space station and go home with a Spacewalk Challenge to continue your astronaut training.