"Liftoff"

Overview
Experience the excitement of space! Liftoff is a set of three compelling, hands-on space adventures. Learn about the history and future of space exploration. Take a virtual tour of the space shuttle. And train to fly a shuttle in the astronaut-training simulator. Liftoff is Part 1 of the Space Simulation Series.

HISTORY OF SPACE EXPLORATION

• An overview of the history of space exploration--from the first rockets to the International Space Station and beyond
• Meet some of the people who led the way into space
• Find out about Canada's role in space exploration
• Discover some of the benefits of the space program right here on Earth
• Learn about space careers and space imaging
• Timeline extending from the 17th century to 2014

• Take a guided tour through the world's first reusable space vehicle
• Learn about the shuttle's many parts and how they work together
• View hundreds of photos, videos, and 3D animations of the shuttle in action
• Try out a number of engaging, hands-on activities

• In the Launch Simulator, train to launch the space shuttle and take it into orbit
• As the shuttle commander, the success of the mission depends on you--are you up to the challenge?
• Talk to Mission Control, solve problems, and deal with emergencies
• Feel the power of the launch!
• In the 3D Crew Area, roam in weightlessness through the shuttle's flight deck and crew compartment

 

View Cart	Title (Click on title for Review)	Publisher	Ages	Media	Price
	Liftoff		9-Up	95/98/NT/2000/Me XP & PwrMAC	$34.99 Online Price $29.99

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