207. Project Hail Mary

Show Summary:In this episode of The STEM Space, Claire shares a special behind‑the‑scenes look at a project she’s been leading with her after‑school STEM club, inspired by Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary and the recent film adaptation. You’ll hear directly from her students as they talk through their designs, discoveries, and big STEM takeaways.A quick heads‑up: this episode includes a few Project Hail Mary spoilers, and the audio was recorded in the classroom rather than Claire’s usual setup, but the students’ excitement and creativity make it well worth the listen! Claire couldn’t be more proud of what they accomplished.Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes 120. Prioritizing Prototypes & Assessing STEM113. From Miniatures to Mariners: The Power of PrototypingVivify STEM Blog Posts Thrilling STEM Activities for Kids: Roller Coaster ChallengeHow to Teach Growth Mindset and Failing ForwardVivify STEM LessonsRoller Coaster Engineering Design Challenge - K-5 or 5-8FREE After School Space Club Curriculum: Mission to Moon or Mission to MarsBuild a Moon or Mars ColonyOther STEM ResourcesThe Project Hail Mary ChallengeBook: Project Hail Mary by Andy WeirIFLScience | Future Astronauts On The Moon And Mars Face Major Challenge As Healthy Muscle Gravity Threshold RevealedYouTube | NASA Science - The Vomit Comet: The Parabolic Flight ExperienceTHE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY XVIVIFY TIKTOKVIVIFY YOUTUBE