Smithsonian Science Starter: Puffy Head; Bird Legs
This lesson investigates the effects of gravity on the human body and how it impacts astronauts in space.
https://s.si.edu/PuffyHeadBirdLegs
Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Human spaceflight, Life sciences, Spaceflight, Space stations
Teacher
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Smithsonian Science Starter: “Taternauts” and Spacesuits: How Astronauts Stay Safe in Space – ISS Science
Astronaut Randy Bresnik walks us through the different parts that make up a spacesuit. Also learn how to make and test your own spacesuit using a potato.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmajQ0MkrLs
Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Human spaceflight, Physical science, Science, Space stations, Technology and Engineering
Student
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Smithsonian Science Starter: Space Suit Taternauts
In this lesson students investigate how the layers of a spacesuit protect an astronaut in space.
https://s.si.edu/SpaceSuitTaternauts
Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Science, Space stations, Spaceflight
Teacher
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Smithsonian Science Starter: Brrrrr! How Do Extreme Temperatures Affect Spacewalks? – ISS Science
Astronaut Randy Bresnik talks about the challenges of working in the raging heat and freezing cold. Also check out an experiment you can do in your classroom.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDOr_wa1zog
Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Physical science, Science, Space stations, Sun, Spaceflight
Student
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Smithsonian Science Starter: A Cool Lesson on Thermal Expansion
This lesson guides students through an investigation of the expansion and contraction of metal due to changes in temperature.
https://s.si.edu/ThermalExpansion
Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Physical science, Spacecraft, Technology and Engineering, Spaceflight
Teacher
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Smithsonian Science Starter: Can Astronauts Phone Home? Learn How They Communicate in Space – ISS Science
Astronaut Randy Bresnik explains the main ways astronauts communicate with people on Earth. Also learn about how satellites work in a hands-on classroom activity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WiJiIz7Zog
Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Space stations, Technology and Engineering, Satellites
Student
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Smithsonian Science Starter: Using Waves to Communicate
This lesson will investigate the difference between longitudinal waves and transverse waves, and how they are able to transmit energy from one location to another.
https://s.si.edu/SSSUsingWavesCommunicate
Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Commercial spaceflight, Physical science, Science, Spacecraft, Technology and Engineering, Spaceflight
Teacher
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STEM in 30: Time and Navigation
In this episode of STEM in 30, we take a look at the challenges of navigating at sea, in the sky, and even in space.
https://youtu.be/geUwZ1gmrH4
Grade 6, Grade 8, Grade 7
Navigation
Student
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Smithsonian Science Starter: ISS Crew Readies for Unique View of the Solar Eclipse – ISS Science
Astronaut Randy Bresnik will have a unique view as he watches from space. In this episode of ISS Science, find out how the ISS crew will watch and learn how to build your own eclipse.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0WJFIVQOv4&t=14s
Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9
Space stations, Sun, Moon (Earth)
Teacher
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Teacher Tips: Encouraging Girls and Women In STEM (Part 2)
What does the first female astronomer at an observatory do when there are no women’s restrooms? Hear the story of Dr. Vera Rubin, a trailblazer in astronomy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FUyVcGBwfm8
Grade K, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12, Grades 13-14, Grades 15-16
Society and Culture, People, Women