My name is Nicole Willett, Director of Education Programs at the Mars Society, the world’s largest humans-to-Mars advocacy group. We are excited to offer a comprehensive STEM curriculum designed for all grade levels (K-12) and are looking for teachers to implement these projects and activities in their classrooms—completely free of charge!
Understanding the challenges of tight budgets, we’re providing these resources at no cost. All we ask in return is for your feedback on the activities via a brief Google Form, which will only take a few minutes of your time. As a former science educator with 20 years of experience, I know how valuable your time is!
The curriculum includes detailed instructions for teachers, slideshows, videos, student materials, and alignment with educational standards. If you’re interested in participating, please reply to this email (nicolew@marssociety.org). I’m also available to provide additional information through email or Zoom.
Below is a list of activities available for various grade levels. Please include the activities you’re interested in when you reply.
Mid to High School:
- Humans to Mars Engineering Design Competition (2 options available, 1-6 week program)
- Student Lectures on Mars (Research & Presentations)
- Terraforming Mars (Research, Presentations & Diorama Building)
- Humans to Mars (Research, Presentations & Diorama Building)
- Build a Mars Rover (Upcycled Materials or Purchase a Kit)
- Mars Rover Obstacle Course (Accompanies Mars Rover Project)
- Learning Extension: Finding Life on Mars (Research & Presentations)
- Build a Mars Habitat (Small or Large, Upcycled or New Materials)
K-5:
- Mars Mallows (Food Activity—Learning the Shape & Color of Mars)
- Build a Mars Habitat (Small)
- Build a Mars Rover (Upcycled or New Materials)
Please feel free to share this unique opportunity offered by the Mars Society with any other educators who might be interested. We look forward to working with you to inspire the next generation of space explorers!
