7 fun space-themed activities for preschoolers to try at home

“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” — Carl Sagan.

Does your little one dream of flying to the moon? Are rocket ships and aliens zooming through their imagination? If yes, boy, are we excited! Time to take playtime to the stars with these seven space-themed activities for your preschooler!

Twinkle, twinkle, little hands! 

Connect-the-dots goes cosmic! Draw stars on paper or stick on sparkly stickers. Then, let your astro-adventurer trace, swirl, and link the dots to form dazzling constellations. Before you know it, every page turns into a glowing mini galaxy! Fine motor fun with a sprinkle of creativity? Yes, please!

On the lookout for more starry adventures? Blast off to Planet Kiddopia and let your star-gazer discover new constellations with Alex the Explorer!

One giant leap for kid-kind

Mix space and jumping, and you get a gravity-defying adventure! Start with a quick science lesson about gravity. Turn your living room into a space playground where your little astronaut hops like they’re exploring the cosmos. The bigger the planet, the smaller the hops; the smaller the planet, the higher they jump! Watch your space explorer bounce, wiggle, and giggle their way through the solar system! Stellar gross motor fun, incoming!

A world of their own

Move over, Mars. There’s a new planet in town! Draw a big circle on paper and let your kiddo’s imagination take over. Crayons, glitter, feathers, even googly eyes, every splash of color and swirl of texture makes their planet one-of-a-kind. Who knows? Bug-eyed aliens might move in soon!

Need a head start? Get our printables for more cosmic crafts!

Crafting a spacecraft

Gemini. Apollo. Endeavor. And now… your little one’s very own spaceship! All they need is a cardboard box and a whole lot of imagination. Beads turn into buttons, paper plates transform into steering wheels, and doodles morph into complicated control consoles. So buckle up, put your helmets on, and get ready for takeoff!

Hold up, Alex and Captain Kidd need your astro-engineer’s help! Get out the tool kit and make a quick detour to Kiddopia. It’s Rocket Rescue time! 

Planetary popsicle-stick puppetry (now say that five times fast!)

A space-themed puppet show is a blast to put together and even more fun to perform! Doodle (or print out) stars, planets, aliens, and rocket ships. Then, bring out the scissors. Snip, snip, snip! Stick the cutouts onto popsicle sticks, and voilà — the stage is set for mini space explorers!

Now, all that’s left is for your little puppeteer to put on a star-studded show!

Out-of-the-world words

Your little astronomer already knows all about the sun, moon, and stars. Now, explore the rest of the cosmos, one word at a time! Print or sketch out celestial objects with their names on the other side of the paper. Nebula, galaxy, comet, asteroid, rover — so many exciting words to learn! Is your stellar speller up for a challenge? Flip the paper over and help them sound out the syllables. Now, strap in! Your space expert’s vocabulary is zooming into hyperdrive!

The return to Earth

After a long day of space exploration, it’s time for your kiddo to kick off their space boots and wind down! Snuggle up with a warm blanket and a book about the vast final frontier. Eye-catching illustrations and fun space facts can help spark your cozy cosmologist’s curiosity, while reading aloud is a great way to relax.

Hear from a fellow adventurer. Head on over to our app! Alex the Explorer has some stellar ideas for the next mission!

The great beyond beckons! Your little space explorer could be defying gravity, designing constellations, or building planets. With endless options for preschool space-themed activities, pick what suits your preschooler best and enjoy the adventure! Whether they’re diving into a brain-boosting book, hopping through imaginary galaxies, or exploring space-themed fun in our app, the learning continues!