Share Facts About The International Space Station
Research and prepare a short poster with five interesting facts about the International Space Station, then present and share them with classmates or family.
About this activity
Research and prepare a short poster with five interesting facts about the International Space Station, then present and share them with classmates or family.
What you need
Step by step
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Step 1
Choose a catchy title for your poster about the International Space Station.
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Step 2
Decide you will include exactly five interesting facts on the poster.
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Step 3
Use a book or reputable website like NASA or ESA to find facts about the ISS.
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Step 4
Write each fact on a separate index card so you have five cards, one fact per card.
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Step 5
Pick one picture or small drawing for each fact that matches what the fact says.
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Step 6
Arrange your title facts and pictures on the poster without gluing so you can try different layouts.
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Step 7
Write each fact neatly on the poster in its final spot using a pencil then trace with a marker or pen.
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Step 8
Glue or tape the matching pictures next to each fact on the poster.
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Step 9
Add a few simple decorations or labels to make your poster colorful and easy to read.
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Step 10
Practice presenting your five facts out loud two times using your poster as a guide.
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Step 11
Present your poster to classmates or family and then share a photo of your finished poster on DIY.org
Fun facts
How do I run the "Share Facts About The International Space Station" activity?
Start by asking your child to pick five facts they find exciting about the ISS. Spend time researching age-appropriate sources (NASA, ESA, science sites), then write one clear sentence per fact. Design a simple poster with titles, short captions, and images. Practice a 1–2 minute presentation at home, focusing on speaking clearly and using the poster as a cue. Finish by sharing with classmates or family and inviting questions to build confidence.
What materials do I need to make an ISS facts poster?
You’ll need a poster board or large sheet of paper, markers, pencils, ruler, glue or tape, scissors, and printed or hand-drawn images of the ISS. A tablet or computer helps for research and printing pictures. Optional extras: stickers, colored paper, sticky notes for captions, and a camera or phone to record the presentation. Ensure internet use is supervised and images are from kid-friendly, reputable sites like NASA or space agencies.
What ages is the ISS poster and presentation activity suitable for?
This activity fits a wide range: children aged 7–14 get the most independent value. Ages 7–9 benefit from structured guidance and simplified facts, while 10–14 can research deeper details and practice public speaking. For younger kids (5–6), an adult can help pick facts and create the poster together. Adjust research depth, poster complexity, and presentation length to match the child’s reading and attention level.
What are the benefits and safety tips for doing an ISS facts poster and presentation?
Benefits include improved research skills, reading comprehension, concise writing, visual design, and public speaking confidence. It also sparks interest in STEM and teamwork if done in groups. Safety tips: supervise internet research, use age-appropriate websites, ensure scissors and craft tools are used safely, and respect copyright by using public-domain or credited images. Encourage time management so children don’t rush and can practice presenting calmly.
Watch & Learn
Need help?
What can I use instead of index cards or poster board if I can't find them?
Cut printer paper into five equal rectangles to write each fact and tape two or three sheets of paper or a piece of cardboard together to make a poster surface.
My layout keeps shifting when I try arrangements without gluing—what should I do?
Before gluing, take a photo of the arranged title, index cards, and pictures so you can recreate the layout, and use removable tape or a glue stick when following the 'Arrange without gluing' and 'Glue or tape' steps to prevent slipping and wrinkling.
How can I change the activity for younger or older children?
For younger kids, reduce to three simple facts with pre-cut pictures and help trace the title and facts with pencil, while older kids should use NASA or ESA websites for five detailed facts, add citations, and draw small diagrams on the poster.
How can we enhance or personalize the finished ISS poster?
Add a printed QR code or URL to a NASA page beside a fact, glue a small 3D ISS model made from foil and straws onto the poster, and record the practiced presentation to upload with the DIY.org photo.