Browse Outreach Resources
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Read about why we need to measure precipitation from space, instead of relying solely on ground-based measurements.
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Step by step instructions and a parts list to build your own LEGO model of the GPM Core Observatory.
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A quick video walkthrough of the major features of the GPM Precipitation Education website, including how to browse and search for educational resources.
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A presentation and capture sheet to help students explore career options in STEM fields, at NASA and beyond.
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A simple illustrative comparison of the number of rain gauges active worldwide.
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Overview of the engineering behind building and testing the GPM Core Observatory at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center.
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Celebrate the launch of the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Mission by hosting a GPM Rain EnGAUGE Event – a family science night at your school, outdoor education center, library or museum.
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Contrary to popular belief, raindrops are not tear shaped and are actually shaped like the top of a hamburger bun, round on the top and flat on the bottom. This new video from GPM explains why.
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In this hands-on inquiry-based activity, students face an engineering challenge based on real-world applications. They are tasked with developing a tool they can use to measure the amount of rain that falls each day.
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Build a paper model of the GPM Core Observatory and learn about the technology the satellite will use to measure precipitation from space.