Learn about the possibilities for civilian travel in outer space.

Students are introduced to the historical motivation for space exploration. They learn about the International Space Station as an example of space travel innovation and are introduced to new and futuristic ideas that space engineers are...

This site provides a description of what a space station is and what it is used for. There are also brief descriptions of Mir and Skylab.

A game through which students act as astronauts, conducting work on the International Space Station (ISS). Simulations feature footage from actual NASA missions.

A game through which students act as astronauts, conducting work on the International Space Station (ISS). Simulations feature footage from actual NASA missions.

This impressive overview of the International Space Station contains pictures, video, and other flash animations. Also a great behind the scenes look at various topics on the Space Station.

This in depth overview of the International Space Station discusses how it was built and who helped in the construction.

This resource provides information about the five major components of the international space station.

NASA astronaut Scott Kelly and Mikhail Kornienko returned to Earth from a record breaking 340 days aboard the International Space Station. Ever wonder what happens to someone's body when they are in space? Listen on and find out. [2:00]

Watch NASA astronaut Don Pettit create zero gravity candy corn balls on the International Space Station. [2:57]

The International Space Station is roughly the size of a six-bedroom house and weighs more than 320 cars- it's so large that no single rocket could have lifted it into orbit. Instead, it was assembled piece by piece while hurtling...

As far back as Ancient Greece, people have dreamed about living in space. This resource describes how space station science fiction of the past led to the development of today's space stations.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart presents an introduction to space travel from Sputnik to ISS. It is full of vintage photos that take you back in time and space.

The Canadian Space Agency presents Canada?s partnership in the International Space Station that is orbiting the globe. Canada's contribution is explained and facts about the mission are explained with graphs and pictures. This site...

Read this summary of references about the state symbols of the state of North Carolina to learn more about the history of the state.

This site from the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research offers information on drought and global climate conditions, with an explanation of the trade winds.

An image of Rick D. Husband.