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Space crafts turn curiosity about stars and planets into hands-on learning. These space crafts for kids share 14 fun and educational DIY activities for preschoolers to tweens, using everyday supplies.
Crafts by age
| Item | Why it works |
|---|---|
| 3–5 years | Paper plate planets and moon sand |
| 5–7 years | Toilet roll rockets and star stamps |
| 7–9 years | Constellation viewers and a planet mobile |
| 9–12 years | Solar system model and rocket launches |
| All ages | Glow-in-the-dark star ceiling |
Planets and moon
- Paint paper plate planets with puffy paint.
- Make moon sand from flour and oil.
- Build a solar system mobile from foam balls.
- Make a moon phase chart with sandwich cookies.
- Create a crater painting with marbles.
Rockets and astronauts
- Build toilet roll rockets.
- Make a straw rocket to launch across the room.
- Craft an astronaut helmet from a paper bag.
- Make alien slime in glow colours.
Stars
- Make a constellation jar with a torch.
- Poke constellation viewers in paper cups.
- Stick glow stars to the ceiling in real patterns.
- Paint a galaxy jar with cotton and paint.
- Draw a star map of your own sky.
Tip: Supervise young children with scissors, small foam balls and slime ingredients, choose non-toxic paints and glues, and keep rockets aimed away from faces; borax-based slime is not suitable for small children.
FAQ
What space craft is best for preschoolers?
Paper plate planets and moon sand are easy and safe.
How do I make space crafts educational?
Pair each craft with a fact, such as planet order or moon phases.
What supplies do I need?
Paper plates, paint, toilet rolls, foam balls and glue.
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