Did you know that the first human being to set foot on the Moon almost lost control of his spacecraft at the last moment? Neil Armstrong, pilot, engineer and astronaut, made history with the Apollo 11 mission, proving that courage and preparation can take us beyond the limits of Earth.
In this module, you will discover how a boy with a passion for aviation became the first man to walk on the moon. You’ll learn about the life of astronauts, the secrets of our Solar System and how gravity influences every step we take, on Earth and in space!
We’ll also explore the Space Race between the United States and the Soviet Union at the height of the Cold War, the development of rockets and space propulsion, and how technological advances have enabled exploration of the cosmos.
Join us on this off-planet journey to learn the story of a man who inspired the world with his famous message, “It’s one small step for man, but one giant leap for mankind.”
Character Curiosities
- ✈️ He was a pilot before he was an astronaut: He flew his first plane before learning to drive a car.
- 🌑 He landed on the Moon with only 30 seconds of fuel: One mistake could have changed history.
- 🚩 The flag he placed on the Moon is still there: Although it has been battered by decades of solar radiation.
