So... I just watched all of Cosmos on netflix streaming video, over the last couple of weeks. Really great show, plus they added updates at the end of each episode so it is fairly up to date. This has me reading more about the solar system, etc., and I just noticed this:
http://astrobiology.nasa.gov/roadmap/ - click on the link towards the bottom for the pdf. About 16 pgs.
A roadmap of Nasa's next steps and decades long plans for astrobiological exploration (pursuit of understanding of life on earth and beyond). Pretty cool stuff, imo, and surprisingly readable. Complete with example experiments and discussion of some theories. I could definitely see some kids around this forum enjoying this read. (Hope I am not off base with this recommendation).
