Cars on Mars

Discover what makes rovers travel across the surface of space. Harness the science of tension to power your very own Mars rover.

• Cars on Mars Handout
• Daily Information of Mars
• Driving on the Surface of Mars
• Mars Exploration
• TechXcite Rubber Band Car Challenge

 

May the Force be with You

Learn how force helps to propel rockets into space with this interactive activity. You will discover how we utilize force every day, not just during space travel.

• May the Force be with You Handout
• How Rockets Work
• What is a Rocket
• NASA Knows: Rockets and Space Vehicles

 

Cultivating the Red Planet

• Cultivating the Red Planet Handout
• NASA: Space Gardening
• Plants in Space

Suggested Supplies Needed: (Be creative and substitute for other items you have)

• egg carton
• plastic bottles
• shoe box
• milk carton
• plastic zip seal bags
• paper towels
• potting soil or loose soil with organic materials (leaves, moss, etc.)
• corn or bean seeds