NASA Resources for Interpreters
Earth Science
NASA Earth
Portal to information and visual media about our home planet.
Earth Observatory
Includes feature articles, image of the day one page articles, special collections and great images, all in layman’s language.
Earth Quiz
How well do you know your Earth? Find out by taking quizzes!
NASA Sea Level Website
Great source for climate change articles, news and visual media focused on sea level change.
GLOBE Observer
An international citizen science project in which participants use their smart phones to make environmental observations that complement NASA satellite observations. The aim is to help scientists studying Earth and the global environment. Download the app for android or apple.
Solar System and Beyond
NASA Solar System
Portal to information and visual media about planets, moons and dwarf planets; stars and galaxies; asteroids and comets; black holes; dark energy and dark matter; our Sun and the search for life and exoplanets.
Night Sky Network
Astronomy interpretation info, and gateway to network of astronomy clubs bringing the wonders of the universe to the public.
Afterschool Universe
An out-of-school-time program for middle school students. Explores astronomy concepts via engaging hands-on activities and takes participants on a journey through the Universe beyond the solar system.
Family Science Night
Developed to foster the curiosity of middle school students and their families. Fun, hands-on exploratory activities enable participants to see science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in a whole new light. Organizers gain access to a wide-range of support resources.
NASA Meteor Watch
A network of cameras to observe meteors brighter than the planet Venus (“fireballs”). Images, movies, diagrams, and text files, organized by date. Facebook Link
International Observe the Moon Night
Worldwide celebration of lunar science and exploration held annually in September or October, when the Moon is around first quarter. Observe and learn about the Moon and celebrate the cultural and personal connections we all have with Earth’s nearest neighbor. Participate by hosting or attending an event.
Still Images
Portal to NASA Image Galleries
Images Taken by Astronauts
Use geographic name or map to search. Then use view in “coolris.” Click to get image page which has info and downloadable image.
Earth Science Picture of the Day (check copyright permissions)
Earth As Art
Gorgeous images of our home planet. (these are LARGE files)
NASA WorldView
Provides daily images of Earth – near real time and archived. Find fires, storms, pollution, etc.Take the tutorial tour. Use layers under + Add Layers button to add fire, surface temperatures, etc.
Videos
Scientific Visualization Studio (SVS)
Check the Galleries, Hyperwall Presentations and the Goddard Media Studio for amazing short movies about Earth and the Universe. Climate Essentials
has the latest and most popular climate-related images, data visualizations and video features.
Selected apps:
NASA Social Media and YouTube Accounts
Follow, share and be a part of the conversation.
NASA's Social Media
NASA's YouTube
General Resources
NASA Museum Alliance
The Museum Alliance brings current NASA science and technology to free-choice learners through professional development of informal education providers and access to NASA staff and materials.
Solar System Ambassadors
The Solar System Ambassadors (SSA) program works with motivated volunteers across the nation to share the latest science and discoveries of NASA's missions through a variety of events that inspire their communities. Use the directory to find an SSA near you or check the Event Calendar to see Ambassador events near you.
NASA Educational Resources – Searchable Archive
NASA Education EXPRESS
Email newsletter about workshops, internships, fellowships, grants/collaborations, student and educator opportunities, online professional development, etc.