Science Education Standards: Physical Science

• Properties of Objects and Materials (K-4)
• Position and Motion of Objects (K-4)
• Motion and Forces (5-8)

Science and Technology

• Abilities of Technological Design (3-8)
• Understandings About Science and Technology (3-8)

Short Description: This guide has six activities that bring engineering and NASA's Moon missions to life. Some are applicable for elementary-aged students, and one is for high school students, but most are targeted for middle school students.

Challenge 1: Launch It
Design an air-powered rocket that can hit a distant target.

Challenge 2: Touchdown
Create a platform that can safely cushion "astronauts" when they land on a table near you.

Challenge 3: Roving the Moon
Build a rubber band-powered car that can scramble across the room.

Challenge 4: Heavy Lifting
Build a cardboard crane and see how heavy a load it can lift.

Challenge 5: On Target
Modify a paper cup so it can zip down a line and drop a marble on a target.

Challenge 6: Feel the Heat
Heat things up by building a solar hot water heater.