The US anthem includes the phrase “the rockets’ red
glare.” We continue to be awed by rockets. Have a blast exploring the world of
rockets with these online activities.
CONNECT:
- Check out these rocket facts at https://www.factsjustforkids.com/technology-facts/rocket-facts-for-kids/
- Watch how rockets work at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yBwWLunlOM
- Rockets are not new; they have been around for more than 2000 years! Discover their history at https://www.space.com/29295-rocket-history.html
CREATE:
- Even little ones can do cool rocket activites at https://toddlerapproved.com/2015/05/10-cool-rocket-activities-for-kids.html
- Explore rockets at NASA space place: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/search/Rockets/
- Create your own rocket and other high fliers at https://www.parentmap.com/article/launching-imaginations-diy-action-toy-contraptions
CARE:
- Safety goes to a new level in space; find out how to stay healthy in space at https://www.lpi.usra.edu/education/space_days/activities/healthInSpace/aboutHealthInSpace.pdf
- rockets are fun to watch but they can be dangerous if you get too clase, so follow this model rocket safety code at https://www.nar.org/safety-information/model-rocket-safety-code/
- Watch this video about rocket safety: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EZ1V1si2mC0
CAREERS:
Blast into space with these rocket-based jobs. The sky's the limit!
- https://www.myrocketcareer.com/
- https://www.nasa.gov/audience/foreducators/rocketry/careercorner/index.html
