Encourage your child’s love of science with educational space crafts and activities. They’re fun, creative, and a great activity for space-themed learning.
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I think at some point, almost every kid wants to be an astronaut. Maybe you watched a space shuttle launch. Or maybe you just looked up at the night sky, marveling at the stars and their possibilities.
Science was one of my favorite subjects as a kid and, until I toured the Johnson Space Center and learned how astronauts train for space flight, I thought being an astronaut would be awesome.
As an adult, the whole idea of space travel is just as wonder-inducing. As parents, we hope to inspire our kids to explore their own curiosity. I’ve rounded up some of the best educational space crafts and activities for kids.
Space Crafts for Kids
Marshmallow Constellations | KC Edventures
Teach the kids astronomy and then let them build some tasty marshmallow constellations. Get a list of resources and then look up which constellations you can see from your backyard tonight.
Space Coloring and Activity Pack Printable | Attachment Mummy
Download and print this free space activity bundle that includes half a dozen themed worksheets. The memory game, I Spy, and others are perfect for preschoolers.
Space Station Docking Activity | Science Sparks
Build a space shuttle and do this hands-on space station docking activity to teach kids how spacecraft land and connect with the International Space Station.
Space Matching Game | The Artisan Life
Challenge kids of all ages to a space matching game with two different sets of cards. Younger kids will enjoy matching either the planets or the space travel images. To challenge older kids, use both sets and mix them up.
Silly Space Sentences | Rainy Day Mum
Hands-on STEM learning is essential, but this silly space sentences activity is a great way to incorporate writing into your learning fun. Add the sentence strips to craft sticks, sort them into categories, and see what kind of creative stories your kids can come up with.
Stars and Planets Game | Kids Activities Blog
This free printable stars and planets game is a cute addition to family game night. Print and laminate the pages and pieces so they last longer.
Phases of the Moon Cookies | Team Cartwright
Teach kids about the phases of the moon with this delicious cookie activity. This moon activity requires some Oreos and a bit of patience from the kids to break them into each of the phases (before eating the whole project!).
LEGO Weightlessness Training Machine | Frugal Fun 4 Boys and Girls
Astronauts have to learn how to deal with the lack of gravity in space. Build this LEGO weightlessness training machine to demonstrate how they used to practice.
Outer Space Bingo | Maple Planners
Outer space bingo is the perfect game for a kids’ birthday party. This printable set includes 10 different cards, so you can entertain a big group without doubling up on winners.
Paper Astronauts | Let’s Do Something Crafty
Make a paper astronaut dressed in a full spacesuit to travel to the International Space Station, the moon, or beyond. This tutorial includes helmets, but you could easily make them flip open so kids can draw their own faces inside.
Space Pattern Block Mats | Simple Everyday Mom
Pattern blocks are a simple pre-math activity for younger kids because they introduce shapes, colors, and fine motor skills. These printable space pattern block cards are sure to inspire your young space lover.
Moon Craft | Happily Ever Reading
Add a space craft to your discussion on the moon landing and made this creative foil moon craft that mimics the texture of the moon’s surface, right down to the craters.
Straw Rockets | Buggy and Buddy
If you need an activity that will create hours of silly fun, set the kids up to make these straw rockets. After they’ve decorated and assembled them, they need paper straws to “launch” them into space.
Galaxy Slime Recipe | Divine Lifestyle
Kids love slime and older ones can make this galaxy slime recipe on their own. It’s made without borax and the addition of star glitter is just too cute.
Planet Ornaments Space Craft | Pink Stripey Socks
Although these outer space planet ornaments make a fun addition to your Christmas tree, you can make them anytime to display like a mobile. They’d be really cute hanging alongside some glow-in-the-dark stars.
I Spy Solar System | 3 Boys and a Dog
Count the planets in this cute and colorful printable I Spy solar system activity. Practice the names of the planets and counting while introducing space to kids.
Washi Tape Moon | 3 Dinosaurs
Making a washi tape moon is a great stash buster craft if you’ve got a lot of tape (or scrapbook paper) in shades of gray. After your kids make this simple space craft, they might be inspired to create the planets too.
Sun Unit Study | Sarah Lyn Gay
Learn all about the sun with a printable shining sun unit study. This mini-lesson plan includes an overview of the star, a lesson on eclipses, writing prompts, and resources for further learning.
Space Shuttle Nomenclature Cards | Pinay Homeschooler
What most people call a space shuttle is actually several different parts working together. Download these space shuttle cards to learn the names of each section.
Spinning Paper Earth Craft | The Craft Train
When studying the solar system and doing space crafts, don’t forget about our favorite planet: Earth. Make a paper Earth craft that spins and rotates on its axis, just like the real one does.
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