🌍 Virtual Poster Show: International Asteroid Day
What is this project about?
This project invites students to "Adopt an Asteroid" by researching and creating a digital poster showcasing details like its name, size, orbit, and fun facts. It aims to raise awareness about asteroids and space science in celebration of International Asteroid Day on June 30, 2025.
- Age group
- 9-12, 13-15, 16-18, 18+
- Project Duration
- 4 weeks
- Language
- Intermediate
This project contributes to the following global goals
Learning Outcomes
Understand the science behind asteroids – their types, sizes, orbits, and impact on Earth.
Develop research and presentation skills by gathering information from reliable sources and creating informative visuals.
Raise awareness about planetary defense and the importance of monitoring Near-Earth Objects (NEOs).
Encourage creativity and scientific thinking through the design of a space-themed educational poster.
Foster global collaboration and curiosity as students participate in a shared celebration of space science on International Asteroid Day.
Skills to develop
Project Timeline
Presentation
🌠 International Asteroid Day – June 30, 2025
🎨 Virtual Poster Show: “Adopt an Asteroid”
🚀 Calling all curious space explorers!
It’s time to adopt your very own asteroid and showcase it to the world!
📌 What to Do:
🧑🚀 Choose an asteroid to "adopt" from NASA's list or any source you like.
🖼️ Create a simple digital poster that includes:
🔹 Asteroid Name & Number
🔹 Size & Speed
🔹 Orbit Path (where it travels)
🔹 Threat Level – Is it safe or risky?
🔹 One Fun Fact – Surprise us!
📥 How to Submit:
Post your poster in the Board section of your project on
🌐 @class2class.org
🗓️ Submit by: June 30, 2025
🎉 All posters will be part of our Virtual Asteroid Gallery on International Asteroid Day!
Let’s explore the skies together and learn how to protect our planet! 🌍
What participants say
HANUMANT DESHMUKH
IndiaOur students shared their insights with spatial interest. Thank you for involving us in this project
Bangbenou Daisy
GhanaVilma Barbosa
BrazilMy student loved participating on that!
Jhansi Ravikumar
India