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Grades 6–8

Astro Rangers

Bringing space science to classrooms

AstroRangers is a hands-on space science program created for students in Grades 6 to 8. Students build, test, and solve engineering challenges through hands-on space missions, just like real scientists.

Book a Free Demo15 hands-on kits · 3 levels
Students taking part in the Astro Rangers program

Program levels

How students progress

  • 1

    Apprentice Ranger

    Makes space discovery exciting through playful, hands-on learning.

    5 kits

  • 2

    Nova Ranger

    Takes students beyond discovery — learning, practising and innovating like next-gen astronauts.

    5 kits

  • 3

    Prime Ranger

    Designing and launching hands-on CubeSat models, diving deep into real space tech.

    5 kits

  • Space discovery for middle schoolers, built on activities like the lunar box, eclipse exploration, and star mapping.
  • Space engineering through design challenges, model building, and real-world inspired missions.
  • Satellite science through hands-on CubeSat design, orbit challenges, and real-world space technology missions.

The kits

15 things your students will build

Every kit ships with the materials, the guided session, and the learning outcomes it maps to.

Showing 15 of 15 kits.

  • The Lunar Lights kit

    Lunar Lights

    Create a torch-and-ball model to explore Moon phases.

    • Explore lunar phases and light reflection.
    • Discover why the Moon's shape changes nightly.
    • Spark curiosity through interactive learning.
  • The Solar & Lunar Eclipses kit

    Solar & Lunar Eclipses

    Create a model to demonstrate solar and lunar eclipses and explore their shadow effects.

    • Understand how solar and lunar eclipses occur.
    • Study shadow effects and phases during eclipses.
  • The See Around Corners kit

    See Around Corners

    Build a periscope to learn about reflection and light paths.

    • Understand reflection and light paths.
    • Learn how mirrors change vision.
    • Explore hidden views with simple optics.
  • The Mission Rescue kit

    Mission Rescue

    Make a parachute to explore drag, air resistance, and descent speed.

    • Explore air resistance and drag.
    • Understand controlled descent.
    • Test designs for safe landings.
  • The Star Mapper kit

    Star Mapper

    Create a cube projector to map constellations and study the night sky.

    • Explore how constellations take shape.
    • Discover the basics of celestial navigation.
    • Enhance observation and spatial awareness.
  • The Mission: Lift-Off! kit

    Mission: Lift-Off!

    Launch a rocket to learn about design, stability, and propulsion.

    • Discover the basics of rocket design.
    • Learn about stability and propulsion.
    • Experience the excitement of launch.
  • The Mission Attack kit

    Mission Attack

    Build a model to simulate orbital targeting and explore precision in space missions.

    • Understand thrust, flight, and descent.
    • Learn how parachutes ensure a safe landing.
    • Explore precision in targeted missions.
  • The Catch the Comet kit

    Catch the Comet

    Build a comet model to understand its structure, tail, and orbit.

    • Understand a comet's icy structure.
    • Discover why it forms a glowing tail.
    • Explore orbits around the Sun.
  • The Cosmic Craters kit

    Cosmic Craters

    Create crater models to study meteor impacts and surface features.

    • Observe how impacts form craters.
    • Study size, speed, and surface effects.
    • Learn about planetary geology.
  • The DIY Spectroscope kit

    DIY Spectroscope

    Build a spectroscope to observe light spectra and hidden colors.

    • Learn how light splits into colors.
    • Explore the hidden spectra of objects.
    • Understand stars through their light.
  • The Orbit Rescue kit

    Orbit Rescue

    Simulate an orbit rescue to learn about gravity, motion, and precision.

    • Simulate motion and gravity in space.
    • Learn precision in orbital maneuvers.
    • Explore the challenges of space rescue.
  • The Air Wings kit

    Air Wings

    Construct a glider to explore lift, thrust, and aerodynamic balance.

    • Understand lift and balance in flight.
    • Learn stability without engines.
    • Explore aerodynamics through testing.
  • The Re-Entry Challenge kit

    Re-Entry Challenge

    Build an MDF space capsule with a parachute drop to explore re-entry, impact, and protection.

    • Study safe re-entry with design models.
    • Explore impact force and parachute safety.
    • Test protection for fragile payloads.
  • The Astronomer's Telescope kit

    Astronomer's Telescope

    Build a telescope to observe distant objects and magnification.

    • Understand magnification and lenses.
    • Learn how telescopes gather light.
    • Observe distant celestial objects.
  • The DIY CubeSat kit

    DIY CubeSat

    Assemble a CubeSat model to learn about satellite design and missions.

    • Discover how satellites are designed.
    • Learn about miniaturized space tech.
    • Explore real-world space missions.

What students take away

  • Engineering and design thinking.
  • Real-world science in action.
  • Hands-on use of space tools and concepts.
  • Confidence through missions and teamwork.

Across the Astroverse curriculum

  • Understand core space and physics concepts.
  • Build 10+ functional STEM models.
  • Record experiments in age-appropriate formats.
  • Present ideas with confidence.
  • Connect ancient and modern Indian space history.

For schools

Why schools run this program

  • Real STEM skills, not just theory.
  • Fully guided, with minimal teacher load.
  • Affordable and scalable for all school types.
  • Space plus storytelling makes learning unforgettable.
  • Builds confidence, curiosity, and innovation.

Let's Build the Future Together

Every great innovation begins with curiosity. Every future leader begins with an opportunity. Together, let's inspire the next generation of innovators, creators, and changemakers.

Let's inspire the next Kalpana Chawla or APJ Abdul Kalam. It starts here.

Supported by passionate engineers, educators, and dreamers ❤

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Grades you're interested in

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