Artemis II Takes Historic Step Beyond Earth Orbit

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The Artemis II astronauts started their journey to the moon. They left Earth's orbit, first time since Apollo missions.

Astronauts saw amazing views of Earth from their capsule windows. They pressed close to the glass, happy to be in space.

This flight is a big step for NASA's future moon plans. It will help build a moon base for people to live there.

The crew will travel farther than any humans have before. They include the first woman and non-U.S. citizen to the moon.

The space toilet had a small problem soon after launch. Astronauts also used bags to store extra drinking water.

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What did the Artemis II astronauts do?

They started their journey to the moon.

What did the astronauts see from their capsule windows?

They saw amazing views of Earth.

What is the purpose of this flight for NASA?

It is a big step for NASA's future moon plans.

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