Journey to the Red Planet

How can humans safely explore Mars?

Grade
3-5
Subjects
Science, ELA
Key Content
space/solar system, astronomy, engineering design process, informational writing
The planet Mars out in space
In this interdisciplinary project, students explore the concept of space travel and the science of Mars exploration. Student teams use engineering design processes, as well as content knowledge about space exploration and conditions on Mars to identify problems related to Mars exploration and develop inventions that help to solve those problems.