Exploring Space

There are millions of asteroids in the solar system. They range in size from less than 1 mile to 584 miles across! Students will discover how asteroids form, where they are located in the… More →

People must go through difficult training to become astronauts. Kids will learn how astronauts prepare for life in space, complete their missions, and survive above the atmosphere. More →

Earth is the only planet in the solar system known to support life. Children will explore our home’s water, atmosphere, and the diverse land features that make Earth a beautiful place to live! More →

Jupiter is the largest planet in the solar system. It is known for its giant spinning storm called the Great Red Spot. Young students will learn all about Jupiter’s discovery, storms, moons,… More →

Mars is known as the red, rocky planet. It has many volcanoes, including the solar system’s largest one. Eager readers will learn about the physical features of Mars and its place in the solar system. More →

The planet Mercury has highs around 800 °F and lows around -280 °F. Students will learn about Mercury’s discovery, physical characteristics, and the environment that supports these extreme… More →

The United States accelerated the space race in 1958 by forming NASA. Eager readers will learn about the history of NASA and its many manned and unmanned missions. More →

Neptune is the farthest planet from the sun. It takes 165 Earth years to complete a single orbit! Young students will learn about the discovery of Neptune, its moons, and the information… More →

Pluto is a dwarf planet with three known moons—Hydra, Nix, and Charon. Children will explore Pluto’s physical features, its position in the solar system, and why it is no longer considered a planet. More →

Saturn has the largest and most complex ring system of any planet in the solar system. Young learners will read about Saturn’s discovery, its physical traits, and how the sixth planet in the… More →

Space shuttles bring astronauts into and out of space. Children will learn about the history of space shuttles, the advanced technology aboard, and how these vehicles perform their missions. More →

Astronauts live and work on space stations that orbit Earth. Young readers will read about space station parts, the first space stations, and the International Space Station. More →