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In this activity, learners build a paper model of the spacecraft and photometer (telescope) used during NASA's Kepler Mission. This resource includes files for the model, which can be printed out on heavy stock paper, and instructions for assembling the various parts.
- 5 to 10 minutes
- 30 to 45 minutes
- 1 cent - $1 per student
- Ages 8 - 14
- Activity, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- Kepler Paper Model Photometer Parts
- Kepler Paper Model Photometer
- Kepler Paper Model Spacecraft Base
- Kepler Paper Model Spacecraft Parts
- Metal Base (10cm x 15cm) with Rod Size (8mm dia x 46mm long) (Sciencekit #IG0026412)
- 4 sheets of heavy stock paper such as glossy photo paper (8.5 X 11 inches)
- Small piece of heavy plastic from store packaging
- Black paint
- Glue stick
- Scissors
- Hand held hole punch
- Straight edge
- Glue gun
- Exacto-knife
- One soda straw
- Three toothpicks
- Aluminum foil (about 2 in square)
- Scotch tape
- Thread (few feet)
Subjects
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Earth and Space Science
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Astronomy
- Stars and Galaxies
- Probes, Satellites and Spacecraft
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Solar System
- The Planets
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Astronomy
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Engineering and Technology
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Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
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Technology
- Information and Communication
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Engineering
Informal Categories
- Arts and Crafts
- Model Building
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- Public domain, NASA, 2005