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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Aerospace Engineer

For Students 6th - 8th
Space travel is still a dream of many. This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become an aerospace engineer, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with people who have pursued this...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Project Ideas: Whirl Y Bird vs. Whale Y Bird

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Improve the design of a very simple aircraft, the whirlybird, and learn about hydrodynamics and biomimicry in this science experiment. The Science Buddies project ideas are set up consistently beginning with an abstract, objective, and...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Career Profile: Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technician

For Students 9th - 10th
This Science Buddies site lays out the requirements needed to become an aerospace engineering and operations technician, as well as the education and job description. Included are interviews with people who have pursued this career. Try...
Primary
Digital Public Library of America

Dpla: Women in Science: Space Exploration

For Students 9th - 10th
Through primary source documents, discover the history of NASA's "human computers," early aerospace industry pioneers, and the struggle for American women to be allowed into the astronaut program.
Website
Other

Environmental Science: Environmental Science Careers

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore this list of close to fifty science careers with a connection and focus on environmental science. Also compare average salaries of each.
Handout
NASA

Nasa: La Historia De Hoy: Today's History (Spanish)

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the depths of space and science comprehensive information about the meteor showers in 2004, the transit of Venus, virtual reality, and other interesting science history.
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: The 'Ultimate' Science Fair Project: Flying Disk Aerodynamics

For Students 9th - 10th
Tossing a Frisbee with your friends is a great way to have fun in the sun. As you practice your throws and become more accurate, you're learning about the aerodynamics of Frisbee flight intuitively. You're learning the body mechanics...
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TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Mission to Mars

For Teachers 6th - 8th
The Mission to Mars curricular unit introduces students to Mars-the Red Planet. Students discover why scientists are so interested in studying this mysterious planet. Many interesting facts about Mars are revealed, and the history of...
Handout
Alabama Humanities Foundation

Encyclopedia of Alabama: Homer Hickam, Jr.

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about this prolific author and his passion for aerospace science.
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Other

U.s. Antarctic Program

For Students 9th - 10th
This government site delves into the research of all aspects of the Antarctic region including its ecosystems, its impact on the climate, and aerospace.
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Other

Hong Kong Space Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
Besides an introduction to exhibitions and events at the museum, the site provides a guide to stargazing, an astronomy FAQ, space news, virtual tours (see site map) and research resources (including Chinese-English star and constellation...
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Other

Popular Mechanics: Technology

For Students 9th - 10th
Popular Mechanics covers the latest in technology. Topics include computers, the Internet, audio, television, and more.
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Other

Australian Space Research Institute

For Students 9th - 10th
The official homepage of a non-profit company dedicated to aerospace research programs. Provides information and research in space science and technology.
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NASA

Nasa: National Aeronautics and Space Administration

For Students 9th - 10th
This is NASA's home page, with daily updates and links to the countless NASA sites. The multimedia gallery is of particular interest, containing a wealth of photos, videos, audio clips, and more.
Handout
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The Start of the Space Race

For Students 9th - 10th
Looks at the USSR's launch of Sputnik and the galvanizing effect it had on America's motivation to fund aerospace research. NASA was soon formed and more funding was put in place for public education in the sciences and math.
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Other

Exxon Mobile: Be an Engineer

For Students 9th - 10th
Where can an engineering degree take students? Read the stories of innovative thinkers and engineers.