Learning Resources

This Presentation supports the Emergency Preparedness Kit Lesson

The Apollo 15 astronauts were trained in geology and sampling techniques. Complete your own geology training by completing these activities to become a Lunar Explorer.

Crater Formation slides that support the Lunar Explorer Training Unit

Study geologic formations to learn more about what Al Worden saw as he flew over the Moon. Part of the Lunar Explorer Training Unit

Regolith slides and activity that explore how regolith is created and its presence on the Earth, the Moon, and Mars. These slides support the Lunar Explorer Training Unit

Use the information in this presentation to learn about how to classify rocks and go on a sample lunar mission of your own. These slides support the Lunar Explorer Training Unit

Learn how they dealt with the threat of Moon germs from Apollo 11 rescue diver Clancy Hatleberg, then see how you can fight germs!

Why did NASA shoot lasers at the moon in the 1960s?

Investigate the history of the mission patches worn by astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS), and previous NASA missions.

What’s the meaning of those patches that astronauts wear? Astronaut Randy Bresnik has the answer.

Crack the codes in this virtual breakout room while exploring artifacts at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center!

During this lesson, students will learn about emergency preparedness during World War I and the Apollo mission, equipping them to participate in a challenge to design their own kit.