Every day, NASA learns a little bit more about our nearest neighbor, Mars. Preparing for Mars sets the scene for life in space. What do we need for a successful trip? What will life be like once we leave Earth? Journey through space and learn about the Red Planet while enhancing your 21st Century skills, from critical thinking to collaboration to technology literacy. An activity, table of contents, glossary, index, further reading, and a list of websites to explore will lead learners even farther into the future.