Artemis II Presentation Slides
Lunar Leap
The Artemis II Mission
History in the Making
Yesterday, the world watched as Artemis II successfully launched from Kennedy Space Center.
"We are going back to the Moon, and this time, we're staying."
50+ Years
Since the last crewed mission to the Moon
The Command Team
Reid Wiseman
Commander
A Navy test pilot and veteran astronaut who spent 165 days on the ISS. He leads the entire mission.
Victor Glover
Pilot
A Navy test pilot who piloted the first operational SpaceX crew mission. He is the first person of color to go to the Moon.
The Mission Specialists
Christina Koch
Specialist
An engineer who holds the record for the longest spaceflight by a woman (328 days). She is the first woman to go to the Moon.
Jeremy Hansen
Specialist
A former fighter pilot and the first Canadian to ever fly to the Moon. He represents our international partners.
Meet the Explorers
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What's the Goal?
Test Safety
Ensure the Orion spacecraft is safe for humans in deep space.
Lunar Orbit
Fly around the Moon and return home safely—without landing yet!
Pave the Way
Set the stage for Artemis III, which WILL land on the lunar surface.
Mission Launch
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Preparing for Launch
01
Years of Training: Astronauts practiced in giant pools and flight simulators.
02
Rocket Testing: The SLS (Space Launch System) was tested for extreme power.
03
Survival Skills: Crew learned how to handle emergencies in deep space.
Why This Matters
Diverse Future
First woman and first person of color to go to the Moon.
Mars Gateway
Learning to live on the Moon helps us prepare for Mars.
Let's Discuss
1
How would you feel if you were one of the four astronauts on the Orion spacecraft yesterday?
2
Why is it important to test the spacecraft with a crew before landing on the Moon again?
3
If you could go to the Moon, what is the first thing you would want to explore?
Flight Director Discussion Guide
Flight Director's Guide
Teacher Discussion Guide: Artemis II
Mission Context
This lesson marks a historic moment in space exploration. Artemis II is the first crewed mission of the Artemis program, sending four astronauts around the Moon and back. Use this guide to facilitate deep thinking and connection to the science and social impact of the mission.
Guided Discussion Questions
1. The Human Element
"How would you feel if you were one of the four astronauts on the Orion spacecraft yesterday?"
Facilitator Notes:
- Encourage students to consider both excitement and fear.
- Discuss the responsibility of being "first" in over 50 years.
- Mention the isolation of being 230,000 miles from Earth.
2. Science & Safety
"Why do you think it is important for NASA to test the spacecraft with a crew before landing on the Moon again?"
Facilitator Notes:
- Focus on "human-in-the-loop" testing (can humans operate controls, breathe, and survive?).
- Discuss risk management—it's safer to orbit first before attempting a landing.
- Explain that this mission tests the life support systems.
3. Historical Impact
"This crew includes the first woman and first person of color to leave Earth's orbit. Why does representation matter in space?"
Facilitator Notes:
- Discuss how space exploration is for everyone, not just a small group.
- Talk about inspiring the next generation (The Artemis Generation).
- Reflect on how much has changed since the Apollo missions of the 1960s.
Extension Ideas
Lunar Living
Have students design a basic lunar base that could support the Artemis II crew if they were to stay.
Letter to an Astronaut
Students write a letter to one of the four crew members asking them about their experience in space.
Mission Debrief Scaffolded Exit Slip
Mission Debrief
Artemis II Exit Slip • Level 1
Astronaut Name
Mission Date
Mission Word Bank
Victor Glover Christina Koch Reid Wiseman Jeremy Hansen Orion Spacecraft Moon Orbit
01 Write the names of two crew members from the word bank.
02 The goal of the Artemis II mission is to...
Land a person on Mars for the first time.
Send four humans to orbit the Moon safely.
Build a robot station on the Moon.
03 Why is this mission important? (Finish the sentence)
This mission is important because it will help us prepare for...
I also learned that Artemis II is historic because...
"We go for all humanity." — NASA
Mission Debrief Dual Exit Slips One Page
MISSION DEBRIEF
STANDARD EXIT SLIP
Name
Date
1. List two crew members:
2. Primary mission goal:
3. Why is this important?
CUT LINE
MISSION DEBRIEF
LEVEL 1 SUPPORT
Name
Date
Victor Glover Christina Koch Moon Orbit
1. Write a crew name from above:
2. The goal is to...
Orbit the Moon
Land on Mars
3. Why is this historic?
