Astronaut Starter Kit
- Grades K-2
- Grades 3-5
Blast off into STEM learning with this astronaut starter kit! Build and launch a pair of model orbiter spaceships using the power of pumps. Paint a set of model planets, then construct a miniature solar system that really spins. Explore the ins-and-outs of space travel — from the history of space exploration, to the challenges of astronaut training, to amazing facts about life on the International Space Station.
Added
Why it’s awesome
3, 2, 1, blastoff
Set up a shuttle launch competition and see who can fly higher.
Hands-on science
Explore our solar system through art + engineering.
Planetary poster
Discover the size of (and distance to) our closest neighbors.
What’s included?
Topics explored
Space flight
Solar system
STEM professions
Additional details
From the desk of the product designer:
Behind the design
“Any kid who dreams of becoming an astronaut should start with this kit!”
- KiwiCo Product Designer
By the numbers
14
Mini-shuttle constructions tested
11
KiwiCo employees who wanted to be astronauts when they were kids
10 ft.
Record for highest mini-shuttle launch
