We love to learn about space and hope you do too!
Our articles are for kids from 4 to 12, and will help with homework, or teach budding astronauts to understand what it takes to make it to space!
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Key events in Space Exploration
An illustrated timeline of the most important events in the history of space exploration, from the first fruit fly astronauts, up to the planned Mars missions of 2030.
Click here to see the timeline
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Why does an astronaut wear a spacesuit?
This guide tells you all you need to know about space suits. Why are some white and some orange? How long does it take to put one on? Find out here!
Click here to see the Spacesuit page
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What do astronauts eat in space?
What do astronauts eat when they are in space? How do they make and eat their meals and drinks when everything floats around in the space craft.
Click here to see the space food page
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NASA's space shuttle
The Shuttle was the first reusable spacecraft, capable of handling many different missions, from exploration to spacestation construction. Explore the craft that was NASA's workhorse for over 30 years.
Explore the shuttle in this spacekids guide
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What does it take to become an astronaut?
Ever wondered what it would take to become an astronaut? What sort of people are suitable for space travel, and what skills do they need?
Click here to find out what it takes
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Extreme machines - the conquest of air and space
In the conquest of air and space, there have been many incredible aircraft and spacecraft invented that pushed the boundaries of flight- this page is a guide to a few of the most interesting and important.
Click here to see pioneering air and space craft
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