Space crafts for kids are a great way to teach them about the universe and everything that it has to offer. Check out some of our favorite space crafts below!
Fun Space Crafts for Kids
There are a vast number of subjects that can be taught by doing space crafts. Plus, crafts are always fun and exciting.
Learning about the moon, the planets, and the atmosphere are just a few of the examples of the different topics that children can learn about while working on these space crafts.
These fun and educational crafts will be a great way for them to learn and to have fun with their hands as they get creative!
We think you’ll also like these Constellation Cards for Kids from our sister site, MamaTeaches.com!
Space Crafts for Preschoolers +
While preschoolers usually get all of the fun, messy crafts that we so love, there are plenty of space crafts for older children who also love all things astronomical!
Some of the supplies you’ll need to complete the space crafts below include:
- glitter
- shaving cream
- flat rocks
- construction paper
- felt
- air-dry clay
- coffee filters
- paint
- puffy pens
- crayons
- markers
- tin foil
- empty glass or plastic jars (recycled water bottles work great too!)
- paper plates
- wooden craft sticks
- glue
- and more!
The best part is that the majority of the supplies that are needed to make the space crafts are materials that you already have around the house!
Let’s get started crafting!
Kids will love using shaving cream to create their own solar system out of puffy paint.
The kids will love creating these fun glitter galaxy rocks as they learn about space and the galaxy we live in.
Kids of all ages who are interested in the moon or space will love creating this glow in the dark moon t-shirt.
The kids will love creating the planets out of coffee filters and then using them as suncatchers for a fun space craft.
Easy to make and fun for kids, these galaxy-themed glitter jars will make a fun craft for kids of all ages.
Make your own constellation cards and have fun exploring the night sky with these free printable cards!
Simple and fun, this UFO papercraft will be a fun craft project for kids as they learn about outer space.
Every child seems to love slime so bringing in a fun planet solar system slime recipe
is a great DIY space craft for the kids.
Cute and easy to make, these do-it-yourself popsicle stick space puppets will be fun and educational for kids.
A fun way to help kids learn about and remember the solar system, this easy fingerprint craft will be a hit with the kids.
A fun and easy alien spaceship craft that the kids will love making as they learn about space and the world we live in.
These planets are made from clay and will make a fun space craft for kids as they learn about the different planets that make up our solar system.
Using foil is a great way to create the moon and learn about the solar system and space. This is a great craft for young children and will be a fun way to learn about space.
Kids will love making their very own rocket art with fun colors and their handprints.
Explore the moon and all its phases with this Montessori-inspired craft activity!
You can’t talk about outer space without talking about rockets and how to get there. This toilet paper roll rocket will be a fun space craft for kids!
What are Your Favorite Space Crafts?
Now that you’ve tried some of the kids’ crafts above, what are your favorite space crafts? Is there one that your children liked more than others? Tell us about it below or tag us on Instagram @ThatKidsCraftSite! We’d love to see your crafty creations!
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