K-12 OPPORTUNITIES: EDUCATOR RESOURCES
The Florida Space Institute (FSI) is dedicated to inspiring and educating the next generation of space explorers, innovators, and leaders. Our education initiatives foster a deep understanding of space science, engineering, and technology, making cutting-edge knowledge accessible to students, educators, and the community.
EDUCATOR RESOURCES
At Florida Space Institute, our goal is to enable students to learn about the wonders of space science. Listed below are easy and affordable lessons that any K-12 Educator can utilize in their classroom. Simply click on the icons below to open and download lesson instructions.
BUILD YOUR OWN MARS ROVER
Students design and build a model Mars rover using household materials.
CREATE A SCALE MODEL OF THE SOLAR SYSTEM
Students learn about the vast distances between planets by creating a scale model of the solar system.
ROCKET DESIGN AND LAUNCH
Students design and launch paper or bottle rockets, learning about aerodynamics, thrust, and engineering.
SPACE THEMED CODING CHALLENGE
Introduce students to programming by having them code a simple simulation od a satellite orbiting Earth or a Moon landing game.
EXOPLANET EXPLORATION
Students analyze real NASA data to search for planets orbiting other stars and create their own exoplanet profiles.
COMET IN THE CLASSROOM
Create a model comet using dry ice, dirt, and water to simulate its composition and discuss how comets travel through space.
STAR STORIES
Students learn about constellations and their cultural significance by creating their own star charts and writing a myth about their constellation.
SPACE WEATHER WATCH
Students analyze real NASA data to search for planets orbiting other stars and create their own exoplanet profiles.
DESIGN A SATELLITE MISSION
Students work in teams to design a satellite mission, choosing its purpose (e.g., climate monitoring, communications, or planetary exploration.
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