Liftoff to learning with this hands on multimedia presentation. Meet Robo the friendly robot who talks, moves and interacts with the audience. Learn about robotics in space, living in space and much more. Approximately one hour long and appropriate for ages 5 - 105, Go for the Stars ™ works great for a family event. Young volunteers from the audience dressed in astronaut flight suits perform live demonstrations and with the use of computer aided technology, numerous props and visual aids, this presentation creates a fun learning experience.

Learn About:

 

Robotics in space

The International Space Station

Orbits - planets and spacecraft

Gravity on other worlds

Microgravity - weightlessness

Living and working in space

The Space Shuttle Orbiter

Rockets

 

Group Size:

 

Maximum group size is approximately 200 people. 

 

Fees and Scheduling:

***  SPECIAL OFFER  ***

CT, RI and MA - $350.00 total 

NY, NJ, VT, NH, and ME - $450.00 total

No other fees or charges.

Note: Library must be within three hours of driving.

 

Please call or e-mail to schedule a date. 

When a date is scheduled a simple agreement will be mailed. Deposit not required.

 

(860) 870-8567  or   Pozzato@aol.com

 

Presented by:

Gary T. Pozzato, Aerospace Educator

Traveling throughout New England since 1992, Gary has shared his knowledge of the space program with numerous schools, libraries, and civic groups.  He has worked closely with NASA personnel on several educational projects, was a certified flight instructor and has helped with the manufacture of equipment for the NASA Space Suit, Space Shuttle Orbiter, and the International Space Station.

 

Testimonials Received:

 

"The "Go for the Stars" program was the best I've ever seen! It was a joy for children of all ages."

Bobbi Jo Grausso, Teacher

Washington Village (NY) School

 

“Your presentation was informative and fun. The audience and librarians had a great time. I loved how you were able to tie our summer reading theme, Chill Out at the Library with space and how you stressed the importance of reading to the audience.”

 

Jennifer Hood, Young Adult Librarian

Cumberland Public Library (RI)

 

Gary T. Pozzato
PO Box 615
Vernon, CT  06066