K-12 Earth and Space Science Resources

Vetted Middle School Resources

Created and assembled during NASA-funded Sustainable Trainer Engagement Program (STEP) project, this is an assembly of hands-on and inquiry activities, powerpoints, and other resources for each of the middle school Earth and Space Science standards in Texas.

Solar System Exploration

Activities and resources created and assembled for the Solar System Exploration Pre-Service Teacher Institute, including solar system activities and presentations, and a focus on the Nature of Science.

Mars Through Time

Mars activities and resources, from the high school Mars through Time teacher workshops, sponsored by the ChemCam instrument on the Curiosity rover and the Lunar and Planetary Institute.

Unknown Moon

Hands-on and data-rich activities, powerpoints, and resources used in the high school teacher professional development about the Moon, its phases, properties, and how scientists are exploring its surface.