Space

Which planet do you think is the most interesting?

Space is 100 kilometers (62 miles) away from Earth’s sea level. Does it feel close or far away?

What skills or strengths should an astronaut have?

Can you see many stars in the sky from where you live? Where is the best place to do some stargazing?

What is dangerous about going to space? What can go wrong?

Space-tourism is growing in popularity. Are you interested in going to space?

Do you know the names of all the planets in our solar system? In English?

If humans colonize other planets, how will the humans on other planets change over time? What will the relationship between planets be like?

If you had to spend many years in space what would you take with you?

In the past, ocean explorers sailed to unknown places. How is space exploration similar? How is it different?

Do you believe aliens have come to earth? If not, do you expect that humans will come into contact with aliens in the future?

Do you think Earth is a good name for our planet? Is it the same in your language?

What stops people from falling off the planet Earth?

People talk about feeling ‘wonder’ when they look up at the stars at night. Do you feel this sense of wonder? What is ‘wonder’?

Why can’t we see stars during the day?

Do you enjoy space-themed movies or TV shows? What are some of your favorites? If not, what do you dislike about them?

What do you think of the idea of moving to another planet after we’re finished with Earth?

Why do humans explore? Why do some of us want to go to new places? Why not just stay home?

If you spent six months in space, what would you do first when you came back to Earth?

If you were offered a job to be an astronaut, would you take it?

Have you ever looked into space with a telescope? What did you see?