Space Flights

by Kathryn Clay

Published 1 January 2017
For more than 50 years humans have been exploring space. How do we get there? Why do we go? And where will we go next? Discover the wonders of space flight from the past, present and far into the future.

Astronaut in Training

by Kathryn Clay

Published 1 January 2017
Want to go to space? Before launch, you've got some work to do! Find out what scuba diving, medical skills and survival training all have to do with being an astronaut. Then it's 3-2-1 lift off!

Living in Space

by Kathryn Clay

Published 1 January 2017
What's it like to live in space? How long can you stay in space? Discover how astronauts eat, sleep, work and even exercise in a weightless world.

Spacewalks

by Kathryn Clay

Published 1 January 2017
What's a spacewalk? Step outside your space vehicle and you're spacewalking! Whether you're collecting samples, fixing equipment or sightseeing, spacewalking is an out-of-this-world experience!

Little Astronauts

by Kathryn Clay

Published 1 January 2017

Smithsonian Little Explorer launches into space with Little Astronauts! Discover the history of space travel, the secrets of living in space, the science of space flight and what it takes to become a space explorer.