Fueling students’ fascination with science fiction and dreams of space exploration, this lesson presents a captivating glimpse into their potential future as space explorers. A brief video reveals a futuristic spacecraft and an enigmatic, distant planet. Students will articulate their aspirations to become space explorers, sharing their fears and hopes. Additionally, they will voice their perspective on the safety and feasibility of landing and exploring the featured planet, fostering critical thinking about space exploration.