Our World: Hubble History
Learn how the Hubble Space Telescope has changed the way scientists look at the universe, without the interference of Earth's atmosphere. Find out how this telescope works and a bit of history about the man for whom it is named.
Update: The James Webb Space Telescope mentioned in this video was launched on December 25, 2021. Visit https://science.nasa.gov/mission/webb/ for more information.
Background Information
Grades K through 5
- Hubble Site NASA's Hubble Space Telescope
- NASA Hubble Space Telescope
Grades K through 8
- NASA Hubble Space Telescope Inspires Wonder
- NASA Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Mission 4 New Thermal Blanket Layer
- NASA Hubble: Additional Resources
- NASA Hubblesite: Hubble's Instruments Including Control and Support Systems
- NASA Hubblesite: Learning Resources
- NASA Improving Hubble's Space Armor
- NASA Precision and Design: Making Blankets for Hubble
- NASA What Is the Hubble Space Telescope?
Activities
Grades K through 8