The lithograph contains a Hubble Space Telescope image that shows M82, an edge-on galaxy, undergoing a frenzy of star formation. The text explains the possible causes of the galaxy?s unusual appearance and star-birth activity. The accompanying classroom activity is a curriculum support tool designed for use as an introductory inquiry activity. It can be incorporated into a unit that has a scientific ... Full description.

In this book and activities set, tThe GLOBE Kids are on the trail of Scoop, an eager dog who loves to dig holes in the soil. At each hole Scoop has dug, the kids make observations of the soil, learn about soil color, texture, structure, and about the ?treasures? one can find in soil. *Activity 1: Getting to Know Soil* Students learn about soil profiles and the different properties of soil, including ... Full description.

In this book and activities set, the GLOBE Kids share information about the different cloud types by acting out analogies that show what each cloud type looks like and its height in the sky. *Activity 1: Cloud Fun* Students learn about the shape and appearance of cumulus clouds, how to describe them, and what kind of weather is generally happening when these clouds are in the sky. *Activity 2: Cloudscape* ... Full description.

This three-paneled wall-sheet describes Einstein?s theory of space-time. The first section focuses on two key questions that Einstein posed about Newton?s theory of universal gravitation. The second section describes the basics of Einstein's theory. The third section describes the major tests attempted to verify it in the 20th century. The front sides are collages; the backs sides are reproducible ... Full description.

This cloud identification chart includes explanations. It was jointly produced by NASA and NOAA. Full description.

The front of this poster is a cartoon profile of the atmosphere, showing the ?good and bad? roles of ozone in the stratosphere, high troposphere, mid-troposphere, and surface. The back contains six panels that can be photocopied separately. It is a classroom activity article, beginning with an explanation of ozone?s roles, and an introduction to spectroscopy. Also included are detailed instructions ... Full description.

This full color tri-fold brochure answers questions about high energy particles in space and how they are produced, when and where they occur, and how they can affect us. It also includes lists of web and print resources for further study. Full description.

This Hubble Space Telescope image shows the diversity of galaxies in the universe. A huge elliptical galaxy, designated ESO 325-G004, dominates the image. In addition to many elliptical and spiral galaxies, the image contains a few small irregular galaxies, and red, yellow, and blue foreground stars. The accompanying classroom activity is a current support tool designed for use as an introductory ... Full description.

This NASA special publication is an overview of the Saturn system, and the continued exploration by the Cassini spacecraft and the Huygens probe. Full description.

This fact card presents an overview of cosmic microwaves, and using microwave ovens as a reference point from everyday life. (4" x 6") Full description.