Visit to Space

How do people survive in space? Prepare for a virtual adventure to the International Space Station!

Kids will plan and pack for a virtual adventure to the ultimate space lab: the International Space Station! Make a mission patch to represent your space goals and design your own air-tight space suit. Learn about the challenges of being an astronaut and some of the work happening in space right now!

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Visit to Space
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1 Your Guide

Heather Turnbull Learn more about me

As a scientist, I LOVE exploring and learning through hands-on experimenting! Planting seeds and sprouts and watching them grow is one of my favourite things to do. I am an active learner and am currently participating in my MEd, my fourth university degree. I have worked with the Ontario Science Centre, Science North, and as a grade 7 and 8 classroom teacher for many years - all great places to try new things. I believe staying curious is the most important thing people can do!

I like taking pictures of plants, animals, water and sky, then use them to create fun works of art using glass, wood or paint!

2 Materials Needed

Calculator, paper, pencil, markers or pencil crayons, tape, plastic toy figure, mittens or oven mitts, long string or ribbon, sink or container of water

3 Learning Focus

  • Communicating
  • Collaborating
  • Creative thinking
  • Critical & reflective thinking

4 Registration

You’re selecting a Realtime Single A one-time Livestreamed Activity led by a qualified Guide.

5 Best Suited For:

Stick figures of varying sizes waving

My age is between 8 - 12

Yellow and blue gear

All experience levels are welcome.

Child and mother stick figure standing

My parents need to be around.

We advise a grown-up is close by to supervise with the materials and tools for safe use. Use safety gear, such as safety goggles, gloves, and wear an old shirt for STEM/STEAM Activities

An open book

All reading levels are welcome.