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SAVE! No CO2 Cartridges or Ignition Motors!

KELVIN®
ROCKET ™ PopRocket™ Launcher
The PopRocket™ Launcher is the only
system with separate, built-in water and

SCIENTIST
air inputs. Combine the thrill of actually
launching a rocket (or shuttle or bottle
plane) with more safety, durability, and
ease of use features than any other
launcher on the market.
Features:
Very Economical! • Safety Screen: A see-through
safety shield.
Engines & CO2 Cartridges • Structure: Removable
Are NOT Needed! 3-1/2 ft. long metal legs
and a metal launch pad
Includes rugged air powered rocket (both painted).
launcher and adapters to for launching • Dry Load: KELVIN®
different dia. paper rockets. Roll your PopRocket™ allows you
own rocket tubes out of construction to “dry load” or, put an
paper or use Estes BT-20 and BT-50 empty bottle upside on
body tubes. Add a nose cone and fins the holder without
and you’re ready for a great flight. water. The system EXCLUSIVE
Economical—no engines required. Also has an input for
launch gliders! Includes instructions. pouring water to
283404 ....................................$295 the desired level. Ideal for field launching (no need to hook to a hose).
870035 Bicycle Pump ..............$49.95 • Hand Pump: Heavy-duty bicycle pump included.
• Stakes: The stakes are hammered into the ground and attached to the
Portable Air Compressor
launcher’s legs when in use. This keeps the launcher attached to the
with Built-In 4 Gal. Air Tank
ground and helps prevent tilting during the launching.
500027 ....................................$175
Safety is always major issue in school so we have worked hard to provide
Rocket Scientist™ you with a product that minimizes the possibility of injury. Our launchers
Rocket Consumables Class Pack have the advantage of a raised launch pad with 3-1/2 ft. long legs and stakes
Body tubes, nose cones, balsa fin for extra safety. For that reason, young students cannot accidentally look
material, glue and complete down on the rocket when it is launched. Teacher supervision is a must when
instructions. the PopRocket™ Launcher is being used to ensure student safety. Gr. 7 & up.
283405 Bulk Pack of 20 Kits ............$99 841341 Launcher w/ Pump & 20 Kits ................Plus $35 Shipping Charges $275
Rocket Scientist™ PopRocket™ Launcher with “Safety Officer”
Rocket Construction Manual With additional safety in mind, we have added a manifold for the
652293 ..........$7.95 or $6.95 ea./20+ “safety officer” to control away from the launcher. The student
that is responsible for safety will hold this control and can terminate
the launch. The built-in gauge has an air release switch and an
Rocketry overpressure limit will not allow the rocket to be inflated beyond
Design the set limit. Grades 7 & Up. Additional Shipping Charges of $35 Apply.
Mini 841342 PopRocket™ Launcher with “Safety Officer” & 40 Kits..........$495
Modules
Students will Find Water Bottles at
design, build, PopRocket™ www.kelvin.com
test and gather Cardstock
data regarding changes Rocket
in rocket subsystems
(guidance, structural, Includes bottle, rigid
recovery) to see their effect cardstock for fins
on the flight of the total & a ping-pong ball.
rocket system (powered Student Kit
by compressed air). 841343, $3.95
Module 1 or $3.45 ea./20+
or $2.95 ea./50+
PopRocket™ Foam Rocket
841648 ......................$695 Student kit includes bottle and foam
Module 2 Bulk Pack for to be shaped by your students as a
841649 ......................$495 100 students rocket or a space shuttle.
841413, $145 841344 ........$3.95 or $3.45 ea./20+
or $2.95 ea./50+

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Rocket Engines Are

NOT Required!

Build a Launcher,
SAVE! Sampler, Probe
and Rover!

Paper Rocket™ System

KELVIN 's adjustable angle launch pad can launch paper rockets up to
®

175 feet using compressed air. Flight is based on fin design and assembly. Mission To Mars Lab
The system includes pre-printed colored paper, launch pad, extension tube Students, in teams of four, will learn how to use the scientific method for
attachment, dowel rods and instructions. Requires a portable air compressor solving problems. The scientific method will involve: recognizing problems,
(see below). Suitable for Grades 5 and up. discussing or thinking about how to solve the problem, trying out solutions,
840868 Single Paper Rocket™ Launcher ..................................................$295 assessing how effective they are and modifying the solutions. A Teacher’s
841045 Dual Paper Rocket™ Launcher (shown) ..........................................$375 Manual and Student Handouts contain activities for designing and building
a launcher, probe, rover and sampler.
120938 Paper Rocket™ Video ..............................................................$29.95 This lab includes: Consumables: Crafts Sticks, Stirrers, Paper Clips, Push
500027 Portable Air Compressor w/ Built-In 4 Gal. Air Tank ..........................$175 Pins, Rubber Bands, Straws, Cups, Index Cards, Clothespins, Toothpicks,
Pre-Printed Paper Rockets™ Class Pack Spoons, Cardstock, Balloons, Glue Sticks, Ping Pong Balls, Masking Tape,
Make model rocket body tubes. 8-1/2”x11”. Tissue Paper, Clay, String and NASA Ed book.
420406 500 Sheets ............................................................................$49.95 841058 ..............................................................................................$295

Space and Rocketry Lab • Videos: Paper Rocket™, Balloon

This Lab Includes:
Why do space shuttles start journeys like a Vehicles, Principles of Flight,
rocket and finish them like a plane? Students • Paper Rocket™ System, Parts I & II, Space Shuttles and
explore physics, science, and aerodynamic Dual Launcher Satellites, America In Space: The
principles in relationship to rockets with • ESTES Alpha III First 25 Years, Model Rocketry:
this lab. Rocket Class Pack The Last Frontier
This start-up package features the
KELVIN® Paper Rocket™ Dual Launcher with for 24 Students • Books: Basics of Model Rocketry,
activities that explore how the rocket shape • ESTES Command Controller Satellites and Space Stations
effects altitude. Students make a rocket
from 8-1/2”x11” paper. The fin they design • [12] ESTES Wizard • Consumables: Masking Tape,
determines the distance or altitude it will be Rocket Kits DesignGrid™ Paper, and [10]
able to fly. Kids love to launch rockets; • ESTES Altitude Finder Snap Blades
ESTES rockets are fun to build and have • Tools: [2] Snap Blade Craft
been popular for many years. Hands-on • ESTES PortaPad Launcher
Knives, [2] Self-Healing Cutting
activities also include building, launching, • ESTES Emergency Repair Kit
as well as evaluating various ESTES model Mats, [2] Scissors, [12] Rulers
rockets. Problem-solving is stressed as • ESTES Blast Off Flight Pack • Plus a Lesson Guide, Workstation
students determine how design makes a • ESTES Model Rocket Engines Sign, [3] Tech Excellence
rocket better. Grades 7-12. Medallions and [30] Tech
840760 ........................................$1,475 • Portable Air Compressor
Excellence Certificates

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“Build A Program”
Engineering Mini Modules
Find More on Pages 16-17

Electron Beam® Launch Controller

Launch controller comes complete with safety key,
continuity light, push button launch button,
17 feet (5.2 m) of cable and micro-clips for igniter
hook up. No assembly required! Requires four AA
alkaline batteries - not included.
840287 ..........................$24.95 or $23.95 ea./3+

Porta-Pad® II
Launch Pad
Quick assembly - no glue or tools required!
Comes complete with blast deflector and standoff,
two-piece 1/8 in. (3 mm) launch rod, safety cap
and key. Porta-Pad® II can accommodate a 3/16
Rocketry Design 1 in. (5 mm) Maxi™ launch rod - not included.
Students design, build, test & gather data 840380 ..........................$19.95 or $19.45 ea./3+
regarding changes in rocket subsystems
(guidance, structural, recovery) to see their E™ Launch Controller
effect on the flight of the total rocket Comes complete with safety key and 30 feet
system. Powered by compressed air. (9m) of cable. Requires 4 AA alkaline batteries
Module contents include: (not included). Adult supervision is required for
anyone under 18 when launching "E" engine
• Dual Paper Launcher powered rockets.
• Portable Air Compressor 282051 ..........................$28.95 or $26.95 ea./3+
• Pre-printed Body Tube
• Foam for Fabricating the Nose Cones Create Your
• DesignGrid
• "To The Moon" Video. Own Launcher
Combine the two items below and
841648 Level: ELM, MS, HS ..............$695 create your own economical model
rocket launcher.
Rocketry Design 2: Blast Deflector Plate
Replaces that worn-out deflector. Battery
Solid Fuel Rockets 220012 6V DC Battery ..........$7.95 or $7.45 ea./3+
The next level in rocketry—build a model 282052 ..............................$5.45 or $5.25 ea./3+
rocket powered by solid fuel. Students Alligator Clips, #60, Solder, Bare,
will design and build a rocket to meet Fits Banana Plugs, Minimum order of 10.
predetermined criteria. Rockets are then 310001 ......................39¢ ea./10+ or 36¢ ea./100+
launched and tested.
Determine Peak Altitu
Module contents include: de!
• Launch Pad
• Launch Controller
• Body Tubes
• Engine Tubes Altitrak™
• Hooks Altitude
• Fin Material Launch Rods Finder
• Balsa for Nose Fabrication How high did it really go?
• Parachute Materials 1/8 in. (3 mm) Two-Piece Launch Rod
Replacement rod; ideal for most rockets. Next time, measure it with this
for Chute Design easy to use device. Follow the rocket in the sights
• Launch Lugs 282053 ............................$10.45 or $9.95 ea./3+
to apogee and release the trigger to lock the
3/16 in. (5 mm) Two-Piece Maxi™ Launch Rod reading. Easy-to-read display gives you your
841649 Level: ELM, MS, HS ..............$495
Launch rod with extra strength and stiffness for altitude in meters along with the elevation angle.
larger rockets. Use two AltiTraks for greater accuracy.
282043 ..........................$12.45 or $11.95 ea./3+ 840284 ..........................$19.95 or $19.45 ea./3+
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Model Rockets
A B SKILL LEVEL 1 Rockets SKILL LEVEL 2 Rocket
A 220 SWIFT H BULL PUP 12D™ KIT
C This fun and easy to build "itty-bitty" rocket really Sport scale version of the USAF AGM-12D Bull
scoots through the sky. SPECS: Length: 4.5”; Dia.: Pup. Plastic tail cone and authentic color decals!
0.54”; Weight: 0.094 oz. Engines: 1/4A3-3T, 1/2A3- Great first scale model. SPECS: 9.5” long; 1.33”
4T, A3-4T. $ 75
283562 Kit ..........................$4.95 or 3 ea./3+
dia.; Max. Altitude: 675 ft.; Engines: A8-3, B4-4,
B6-4, C6-5.
282048 Kit ......................$16.95 or $16.45 ea./3+
B QUARK ™

D With incredibly simple construction, a little spray

E paint and decals, and whoosh… out-a-sight flights SKILL LEVEL 3 Rocket
to 700 feet! SPECS: Length: 5.2"; Dia.: 0.54";
Weight: 0.1 oz. Engines: 1/4A3-3T, 1/2A3-4T(FF), I COMANCHE-3™
A3-4T, A10-3T. $ 65
283561 Kit ..........................$5.95 or 5 ea./3+
When two stages simply aren't enough, try three!
A "D" engine powered booster stage gets things
going in a hurry. Estes® highest flying rocket roars
C VIKING™ to ultra high altitudes—over half a mile (805 m)
Fantastic rocket with multiple fin configurations— high! SPECS: 41” long (104.1 cm); 0.98” dia. (24.9
F 48 in all! Features die cut card fins, self-adhesive mm); dual streamers recovery; die cut balsa fins;
decals and streamer recovery. Super high altitude Max. Altitude: 2660 ft. (811 m); Engines: Single
flights. SPECS: 12.1” long; Dia.: 0.74”; Max. Stage Flights - A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5; Three Stage
Altitude: 1470 ft.; Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, Flights - Booster: C11-0, D12-0; Second Stage:
B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7. B6-0, C6-0; Third Stage: B6-6, C6-7 Requires 3/16”
282036 Kit ........................$7.95 or $7.45 ea./3+ (5 mm) Maxi™ launch rod (#282043).
280083 Bulk Pack of 12 ....$54.95 or $49.95 ea./3+ 282049 Kit ......................$23.95 or $22.95 ea./3+
D WIZARD™
An easy to build high-performance kit that promises E2X® Rocket Kits
real excitement and fun! SPECS: 12” long; Dia.:
0.74”; Max. Altitude: 1500 ft.; Engines: 1/2A6-2, J #2 ESTES SKY WRITER™
H A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7. This fun rocket looks like a wooden pencil. It "sky
G
840277 Kit ..........................$7.95 or $7.45 ea./3+ writes" up to 1100 ft. in the air. The Sky Writer™
comes with colored body tubes, fins and nose
281833 Bulk Pack of 12 ....$64.95 or $59.95 ea./3+ cone, so assembly is quick and easy. SPECS:
E YANKEE™ Length: 26”; Dia.: 0.98”; Wt.: 1.5 oz.; Recovery:
A rocket with All-American performance - screams 12”. Engines: A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, C6-5.
to 1400 ft. altitude! Comes with cool self-adhesive 282027 Kit ..........................$9.95 or $9.65 ea./3+
decals, for that red, white and blue look. SPECS:
11” long; 0.74” dia.; streamer recovery; die cut K ALPHA III™
balsa fins; Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, A great first rocket! Features a bright molded one
B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7. Kit. piece fin unit, nose cone and parachute. SPECS:
Length: 12.25”; Dia.: 0.98” Wt.: 1.2 oz.; Max.
281893 Kit ...........................$8.95 or $8.45 ea./3+
Altitude: 1100 ft. (335 m). Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-
I 3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7.
F ALPHA®
282022 Kit ......................$11.95 or $10.95 ea./3+
Features rugged high performance and parachute
recovery (12”)—the perfect rocket to get you 280084 Bulk Pack of 12 ....$89.95 or $84.95 ea./3+
J
started! SPECS: Length: 12.3” long; Dia.: 0.98; L BLUE NINJA™
Max. Altitude: 1000 ft. Engines: 1/2A6-2, A8-3, The Blue Ninja™ is the biggest rocket in the E2X®
A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7. class! It is over 30” (76.2 cm) tall and is powered
282034 Kit ......................$12.95 or $11.95 ea./3+ by a "C11" or "D" engine. The Blue Ninja™ comes
K 281837 Bulk Pack of 12 ....$99.95 or $89.95 ea./3+ with shiny blue prismatic body tubes and colored
fins and nose cone.
G BIG BERTHA® SPECS: Length: 31.3” (79.5 cm); Dia.: 1.64”
Burly, big and beautiful! Slow, realistic lift-offs (41.6 mm); Wt.: 5.1 oz. (145.4 g); Recovery: 18”
L from this true classic. SPECS: Length: 24”; Dia.: (46 cm); Max. Altitude: 780 ft. (238 m). Engines:
1.64”; Wt.: 2.2 oz.; Max. Altitude: 500 ft.; Engines: C11-3, D12-3. Requires 3/16" (5 mm) Maxi™
B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4, C6-5. launch rod (#282043).
282035 Kit ......................$19.95 or $19.45 ea./3+ 282028 Kit ......................$17.95 or $16.95 ea./3+
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Find
Additional
Rocket Parts Electron Beam® Launch Controller
on the Next Launch controller comes complete with safety
Page. key, continuity light, push button launch button,
17 feet (5.2 m) of cable and micro-clips for igniter
hook up. No assembly required! Requires four AA
alkaline batteries - not included.
840287 ..........................$24.95 or $23.95 ea./3+

Speed Freak Starter Set ★ Porta-Pad® II

How FAST does your rocket fly? Track the speed Launch Pad
of the Speed Freak rocket using the 'Advanced Quick assembly - no glue or tools required!
Tracking Technology' capsule. The capsule contains Comes complete with blast deflector and standoff,
a digital speedometer that records the speed of two-piece 1/8 in. (3 mm) launch rod, safety cap
your rocket, flight after flight. SPECS: Length: 17” and key. Porta-Pad® II can accommodate a 3/16
(43.2 cm); Dia.: 1.35” (34.3 mm); Weight: 2.61 in. (5 mm) Maxi™ launch rod - not included.
oz. (74 g); Recovery: Rocket - 12” (30 cm). 840380 ..........................$27.95 or $26.95 ea./3+
Engines: B4-2, B6-2, B6-4, C6-3, C6-5. Includes
two engines. E™ Launch Controller
283556 ..........................$43.95 or $42.95 ea./3+ Comes complete with safety key and 30 feet
(9m) of cable. Requires [4] AA alkaline batteries
(not included). Adult supervision is required
for anyone under 18 when launching "E" engine
powered rockets.
282051 ..........................$28.95 or $26.95 ea./3+

Create Your
Own Launcher
Combine the two items below and
create your own economical model
rocket launcher.
Blast Deflector Plate
Replaces that worn-out deflector. Battery
282052 ..............................$5.45 or $5.25 ea./3+ 220012 6V DC Battery ..........$7.95 or $7.45 ea./3+
Alligator Clips, #60, Solder, Bare,
Fits Banana Plugs, Minimum order of 10.
310001 ......................39¢ ea./10+ or 36¢ ea./100+

Alpha III™ Launch Set Determine Peak Altitu

The Alpha III is an E2X Starter Set. More people de!
have started with this timeless rocket than any
other in the history of the world! Features a bright
molded one piece fin unit and nose cone and
engines for two fantastic parachute recovered Altitrak™
flights. Includes two engines. SPECS: Length: Altitude
12.25”; Dia.: 0.98”; Weight: 1.2 oz. Engines: 1/2A6- Launch Rods
2, A8-3, A8-5, B4-4, B6-4, B6-6, C6-5, C6-7
Finder
(includes two engines). Requires [4] "AA" alkaline 1/8 in. (3 mm) Two-Piece Launch Rod How high did it really go?
batteries. Replacement rod; ideal for most rockets. Next time, measure it with this
282053 ..........................$13.95 or $12.95 ea./3+ easy to use device. Follow the rocket in the sights
282023 ..........................$26.95 or $25.95 ea./3+ to apogee and release the trigger to lock the
3/16 in. (5 mm) Two-Piece Maxi™ Launch Rod reading. Easy-to-read display gives you your
NOTE: We can only ship rocket engines to the Launch rod with extra strength and stiffness for altitude in meters along with the elevation angle.
Continental U.S. Rocket engines are shipped via larger rockets. Use two AltiTraks for greater accuracy.
US Postal Service Ground Shipment. 282043 ..........................$15.95 or $14.95 ea./3+ 840284 ..........................$26.95 or $25.95 ea./3+
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Model Rocket Engine Packs Students should always be carefully

supervised and fully aware of safety
Blast Off Flight Pack precautions when working
24 engines (A8-3, B6-4, C6-3, with the model rockets
C6-5 – 6 ea.), igniter plugs,
30 igniters and a package of recovery Model Rocket Igniters
wadding (75 sheets). Dependable, easy-to-use Estes®
840289 ..............$49.95 or $47.95 ea./3+ igniters in a convenient six pack. It
is always a good idea to have a few
B6-0 / B6-6 Engines Variety Pack spares. 6 per package.
841365 12 of ea.....$59.95 or $57.95 ea./3+ 840496 ............$5.95 or $5.45 ea./5+
Single Engine Type Bulk Packs Engine Hook Accessory Pack
24 per Pkg. The hooks fit mini-engines (2),
282055 1/2A3-4T ........$46.95 or $44.95 ea./3+ 840232 B6-4 ..............$59.95 or $56.95 ea./3+ regular and “D” engines (3) and
840231 A8-3 ..............$58.95 or $55.95 ea./3+ 282056 C6-5 ..............$65.95 or $59.95 ea./3+ “E” engines (2). Includes spacer
for “E” engine hooks.
Small Packs Minimum Order of 3 Packs 282066 ............$5.95 or $5.45 ea./5+
Stock # Type Qty. Price 3+ Price Regular Engine
Mount Kit
283030 1/4A3-3T 4 $7.95 $7.45 Fits BT-50, 55, 56 & 60 tubes.
283031 1/2A3-2T 4 $7.95 $7.45 Includes parts to make [1] quick
change mount for D-engine
283032 1/2A6-2 3 $7.95 $7.45 powered rockets.
283033 A3-4T 4 $7.95 $7.45 282067 ........$12.95 or $11.95 ea./5+
283034 A8-5 3 $7.95 $7.45 D & E Engine Mount Kit
Heavy duty engine mounts for “D”
283035 A10-3T 4 $7.95 $7.45 and “E” engines. Fits BT-55, 60
283036 B4-2 3 $7.95 $7.45 and 80 tubes.
282068 ........$12.95 or $11.95 ea./5+
283037 B4-4 3 $8.25 $7.85
Launch Lug Pack
283038 B6-2 3 $8.25 $7.85 Contains eight 1/8” (3mm), four
283039 C6-0 3 $8.95 $8.45 3/16" (5mm) and two 1/4" (6mm)
launch lugs.
283040 C6-3 3 $8.95 $8.45 840504 ............$7.95 or $7.65 ea./5+
283041 C6-7 3 $9.25 $8.95 Parachutes
283042 C11-3 3 $10.95 $10.45 Assembled recovery chutes with
canopy, shroud line and tape discs.
282047 D12-3 3 $12.95 $12.25 840505 12" ........$7.95 or $7.45 ea./5+
283043 D12-5 3 $12.95 $12.25 282058 18" ........$7.95 or $7.45 ea./5+
282059 24"........$8.95 or $8.45 ea./5+
Nose Cones Elastic Shock Cords
Each package of nose cones contains a variety of shapes. Some cones are 1-piece, others 2- with Mounts
piece. All have eyelets for shock cord/shroud line attachments. Two 1/8” x 18” (3 mm x 450 mm)
282069 NC-5, 5/pkg. ..................................$12.95 or $11.95 ea./5+ and a 1/4” x 36” (6 mm x 910 mm)
282070 NC-20, 4/pkg. ................................$12.95 or $11.95 ea./5+ elastic cords (enough for
282071 NC-50, 5/pkg. ................................$12.95 or $11.95 ea./5+ four shock cords). Includes
instructions.
282072 NC-55, 4/pkg. ................................$12.95 or $11.95 ea./5+ 282060 ............$5.95 or $5.45 ea./5+
282073 NC-56, 4/pkg. ....................................$9.95 or $9.45 ea./5+
Recovery Wadding
282074 NC-60A, 2/pkg. ..................................$9.95 or $9.45 ea./5+ Flame resistant wadding
282075 NC-80B, 1/pkg. ..................................$7.95 or $7.45 ea./5+ protects recovery system.
Body Tubes Required in most Estes®
BT-5 to BT-55 are 18” (45.7 cm) L. BT-60 is 14.2” (36.1 cm) L. BT-80 is 11” (27.9 cm) L. rockets. With 75 sheets —
840500 BT-5, 4/pkg. ..................$9.25 or $8.95 ea./5+ enough for about 18-25
282061 BT-20, 4/pkg. ................$9.25 or $8.95 ea./5+ flights!
840498 ............$5.95 or $5.65 ea./5+
282062 BT-50, 3/pkg. ................$9.45 or $8.95 ea./5+
282063 BT-55, 4/pkg. ................$9.45 or $8.95 ea./5+
282064 BT-60, 3/pkg. ................$9.95 or $9.45 ea./5+ PLEASE NOTE:
282065 BT-80, 2/pkg. ................$9.95 or $9.45 ea./5+ We can only ship rocket engines
to the Continental U.S. via US Postal
Large Tube Coupler Pack Includes two couplers for BT-55, BT-56, and BT-60; one for BT-80. Service Ground Shipment.
282076 ........................................................................................................................$9.95 or $9.45 ea./5+
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Integrating Aerospace Science Spaceflight and Rocketry: A Chronology Zero G: Life and Survival in Space
into the Curriculum: K-12 By David Baker. A chronology of space technology Soar into space to join those who have journeyed
By Robert D. Ray et. al. A great teacher resource. and rocketry from 360 BC through 1993. far from Earth. Photos from hundreds of U.S. and
Written specifically for use with gifted children, 651883 Book, 544 pgs. ..............................$99.95 Russian space missions.
the book is easily adaptable for use with all children. Ignite the Imagination™ Curriculum Guide 651887 Book, 144 pgs. ..............................$29.95
651881 Book, 191 pgs. ..............................$39.95 Ready-to-use lessons that include: the principles Messages from Space
Handbook of Model Rocketry of flight and rocketry, living and working in space, Examines our fascination with extraterrestrials to
By G. Harry Stineplans. Includes information on unmanned space exploration, our future in space study the solar system.
radio-controlled boost-gliders and rocket gliders. and careers in space. Grades 5-8. 651902 Book, 176 pgs.....................................$18
651873 Book, 349 pgs. ..............................$29.95 651643 ....................................................$9.95

The Astronomy Fact Book

Astronomy facts and pictures on the planets, our
How Do You Go to the Bathroom in Space? Math Space Mission moon and sun, stars, galaxies, asteroids and
Have you ever wondered what it’s like for an A Problem-Solving Unit from the Regional Math astronomical instruments like the Hubble Space
astronaut in outer space? From the exciting Network. A great book dealing with fractions, Telescope. A great reference source for all ages.
moments to the day-to-day details, you’ll find the decimals and points and geometry. Uses real life 651897 Book, 38 pgs. ................................$22.95
most up-to-date answers to every question you’ve instances to relate to the math skills being shown.
ever had about living in space! 651880 Book, 256 pgs. ..............................$39.95
651888 Book, 223 pgs. ..............................$22.95 Our Solar System
Do Your Ears Pop in Space? And 500 Other By Seymour Simon. A fascinating tour of the nine
Surprising Questions About Space Travel planets, dozens of moons and 1000’s of asteroids,
By Mike Mullane. Veteran space shuttle astronaut meteoroids, and comets travelling around our sun.
Mike Mullane tells readers what space travel is 651893 Book, 64 pgs. ................................$24.95
really like, as he answers the most common Rocket-
Stars & Planets: A Viewer’s Guide
questions about space and the adventures of life
By Gunter Dietmar Roth. This travel guide to space Powered
as an astronaut. 30 photos. 20 illustrations. Science
will take you into orbit with crystal-clear color
651890 Book, 256 pgs. ..............................$24.95 images of planets, and star systems. Students to
651894 Book, 176 pgs. ..............................$24.95 work in teams
Rockets Away! to make and
An action-packed adventure in math, engineering, aerospace and physics. test model
Lessons in motion, gravity, and aerodynamics send students’ interest rockets. as
soaring! All lead up to the ultimate thrill—building and launching a rocket. they measure,
651870 Book, 24 pgs. ......................................................................$9.95 record data
and graph
Rockets Away! Teacher’s Guide and report results. Includes more than
All you need are pop bottles, a launch pad, a bicycle pump and one or 30 demonstrations and 16 models,
more of these programs. with guidelines and science standards
121396 Video 1, 53 min.......................................................................$79 to meet. Experiments use inexpensive
121397 Video 2, 67 min. ....................................................................$79 or free recycled materials.
121398 Video 3, 49 min.......................................................................$79 652429 Book, 144 pages. ............$24.95
121399 Set of All 3 Videos ................................................................$199
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Space and Astronomy Software and Books

Guide to Space The Kingfisher Young People’s Book of Space

Every day, astronomers witness events that took An introduction to space exploration, and
place long before our Sun and Earth were created. humanity’s relationship with the stars, from
651749 Book, 64 Pages ..............................$19.95 astronomers of the ancient world, to the work of
Janice Vancleave’s Astronomy for Every Kid orbiting satellites.
Science fair ideas for the fascinating world of 651898 Book, 96 pgs. ................................$29.95
astronomy! Each topic is accompanied with a The Physics of Star Trek
Astronomy Explorer Software sample experiment, followed by questions and By Lawrence M. Krauss. Lighthearted look at
A comprehensive investigation of the the origin, answers. Detailed instructions for 101 experiments. how Star Trek technology might actually work.
evolution and structure of the universe, stars, 651896 Book, 240 pgs. ..............................$21.95 651892 Book, 208 pgs. ..............................$21.95
galaxies, the solar system, the Earth and
the Moon. October Sky:
The tools and instruments used by astronomers The Book
are examined, with fundamental science topics in Around 1957, Homer
physical science needed to understand astronomy Hickham fell in with a
concepts, including gravity, atomic theory, group of misfits who
fusion, fission, force and motion, radioactivity, not only learned to turn
electromagnetic spectrum and more. Hundreds scraps of metal into
of beautiful photographs of stars and planets, sophisticated rockets,
dozens of video clips and animations, and dozens but how to sustain their
of interactive exercises that are demonstrations, hope in a town that
puzzles, mini-games and virtual experiments. swallowed its men
121435 IBM/Mac CD-ROM ............................$100 alive. Originally title
was 'Rocket Boys.' Usborne: Stars & Planets
Paperback. Exciting scientific topics & concepts, explained in
651879 428 pgs. ......................................$17.95 a clear visual style, with straight forward text and
safe, simple projects reinforce understanding.
651886 Book, 32 pgs...................................$9.95
Usborne Book of Space Facts
By Struan Reid. Ideal for reference, it is full of
illustrations, and will give kids a great insight into
every aspect of space.
651899 Book, 48 pgs. ...................................... $9.95

Time & Space Visual Dictionary

In Time & Space, part of the Eyewitness Science of the Universe
series, you'll learn all about time travel, wormholes, Cut and Make Space Shuttles
Easy-to-assemble, fun-to-fly models (eight total) Fantastic visual
and all the ways that the universe is thought to be guide for young
constructed. include such fascinating space vehicles as the Nile,
Indus, Yangtze, Atlantis and 4 others. astronauts! Come
651687 Book, 64 Pages ..............................$17.95 explore the
651868 Book, 32 pgs. ..................................$7.95
Space Exploration universe from the
Learn why astronauts take passports into space! Cut And Assemble UFO’s That Fly inside out. This
Discover the perplexing mechanics of using a toilet With scissors and folding, students can fly their visual dictionary
while weightless! View a model of the first planned very own “alien” creations! examines the
space station! Also covers subjects like the space 651864 Book & Kit ......................................$8.95 planets, the stars,
race, moon landings, astronaut fashion, dangers Cut and Fold Paper Spaceships That Fly and the mysteries of space.
and disasters, and science in space. Assemble the Star Shuttle plus 15 other models. 651758 Book, 64 Pages ......................$22.95
651692 Book, 64 Pages ..............................$17.95 651869 Book, 32 pgs. ..................................$7.95

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Space and Astronomy Videos

Discovering Our Universe NOVA: To the Moon The Standard Deviants:

Students will be taken on a tour through our solar From Sputnik to the final Apollo mission, this Astronomy, Part 2
system, and introduced to stars, supernovas, black video captures the excitement of the race with the Includes the planets, layers of the sun, asteroids,
holes and galaxies that fill the far reaches of the Soviets to get to the moon. Info on the Gemini, fusion, comets, hydrostatic equilibrium, plus
known universe. Includes a Teacher's Guide with Mercury and Apollo programs. meteoroids and sunspots.
annotated script, class activities and glossary. 121411 Video, 120 min. ............................ $23.95 121427 Video, 65 min. ..............................$39.95
360051 Video ........................................$109.95 Apollo 13: To The Edge and Back Aerospace Technology:
Interactions: Voyage to Mars Gripping, true story of the catastrophic flight Model Rocketry
How do you plot a course to Mars, from one of Apollo 13 and heroic struggle to bring the This video uses model rocketry to explore Newton’s
moving planet to another? Viewers will examine astronauts back alive. First-hand accounts from 3rd Law of Motion, and introduces the basics of
the possibilities for a flight to the Red Planet and the pilots, their families and mission control. A rocket propulsion and the forces that affect rockets
how difficult getting there just might be. thrilling struggle against time and all odds! in flight (thrust, gravity, and drag).
121416 Video, 15 min. ..............................$79.95 121412 Video, 90 min. ..............................$19.95 121401 Video, 14 min. ..............................$79.95

MORE FROM KELVIN

The Planets Motion: Newton’s Three Laws

This DVD set combines scientific history of early Exciting footage of dragsters, fighter jets, and
scientists, rich knowledge from leading minds in bungee jumpers illustrate Newton's Three Laws
modern astronomy, and extraordinary image of Motion. Students' understanding will be
technology to tell the story of our own solar system, reinforced as they learn to calculate speed,
including beginnings, to the present and beyond. momentum, acceleration, work and power in
mechanical and living systems.
121432 4 DVD Set ........................................$145
121407 Video, 22 min. ..............................$99.95
Mars: Past, Present, Future
Digitally mastered, including Pathfinder and Mars Models In
Global Surveyor images. Explores the history of
our fascination with Mars, including interactive Science & Tecnology Books
menus, digital pictures and sound, Mars screen By Bernie Zubrowski
saver for PC/Mac, and links.
See pages 26-27
121425 DVD, 83 min. ................................$49.95

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Motorized
Solar System
The “sun” shines
on the planets as
they orbit. The central
tower and planetary
support rods are black
so that they “disappear”
in a darkened room for
some spectacular effects!
Replace the solar dome with
Illuminated Orbiter Motorized Solar System Simulator the star dome included to
Light up the Sun with this version of Orbiter create a spectacular planetarium sky complete with major
You can give students the chance to see the
(#101). Structurally identical to the standard constellation names. Base features planetary longitude
solar system in action! Calendar at base allows
Orbiter, this model can be plugged into a marks so planets can be set to their correct positions.
positioning of planets according to date and shows
standard wall outlet to illuminate the Sun. The model is powered by [4] C batteries (not included)
relative position between individual planets and
Includes lesson plan. For Grades 3-12. or by an AC adapter (included).
the sun. Lesson plan facilitates explanation of orbit
360044 Illuminated Orbiter ..............$174.95 and speed. Grades 3-9. 282125 ............................................................$38.95
360045 12V Illuminated Orbiter ........$174.95 360046 Motorized Solar System Simulator ........$185
20x–30x–40x, 30mm Astronomical
Star Gazer Planetarium Telescope
Indoor/outdoor tabletop planetarium combines two astronomy • 25cm
tools into one! In the classroom, a built-in dimmer light shines (10")
through one of four seasonal sky domes to project a starscape Tripod
on the inside of the patented Starhood, bringing dramatic views • 20x, 30x,
up-close! Outdoors, a red filter transforms the inverted domes 40x
into charts for nighttime star spotting. Constellations, major stars eyepiece
and planets are shown & named. More facts are presented by an • Diagonal
audio-cassette & activity guide. Req. [2] C batteries (not included). mirror
282126 ..........................................................................$38.95 • 41cm
(16")
ABS body
• 30mm
objective
lens 360225 ................................$19.95

Star Chart Poster

Compare the sky from each Glow-in-the-Dark Seasonal Star Chart
hemisphere with this large Unlock secrets of the night sky
(44"x44") star chart. Made Star Finder
This phenomenal glow-in-the- with this detailed set of colorful
with plasticized material, it charts. Students will recognize
highlights constellations, dark star finder is perfect for
constellations and planets from 525x Astrolon™
stars, nebulae and the Milky learning the constellations. indoor studies and then locate
Way. Rotated to reflect any Shows star position for any date. the celestial bodies using an
Telescope
day of observation. Gr. 6-12. Includes Zodiac dial on reverse. accompanying glow-in-the-dark
360047 Star Chart ....$37.50 Great for grades 4-12. • 60mm • Azimuth mount
star finder. Waterproof. For
360052 Star Finder ..........$6.75 Objective Lens • 114cm (45")
Note Pad Size Star Chart Grades 4-12.
• Focal Length (700mm) Aluminum Tripod
360048 50/pkg. ..........$7.95 360053 Star Pk., 10/pk. ..$64.95 360049 24 pgs. ............$18.95
• Eyepiece • 8-slot
(4, 9,12.5, 20mm) Accessory Tray
The Universe Poster Series • Barlaw Lens (3x) • Screwdriver
Innovative design, fascinating diagrams, and thought provoking • Finderscope (6x25mm) • Space Map
text. Depicts relationships between the planets, moons, stars, • Erecting • Instructional
galaxies, clusters and superclusters of galaxies. A great poster for Eyepiece (1x) Manual
encouraging curiosity and imagination in the study of space! • Diagonal viewer
282270 The Universe Poster, Laminated ....................................$9.95
360226 ..................................................................$99.95
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