Space Worksheets for Ages 3-6
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Explore the wonders of the universe with our Space Worksheets designed for kids aged 3-6. These engaging and educational resources help young learners discover planets, stars, and more through fun activities and colorful illustrations. Perfect for nursery and kindergarten-age children, our worksheets support early science education by making complex space concepts accessible and entertaining. Whether at home or in the classroom, these printables inspire curiosity and foster a love for learning about space. Equip your little astronauts with the tools they need to embark on an exciting cosmic journey!
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Moon Journal Worksheet
Observe the moon and its 8 phases with your child by downloading this free PDF worksheet from Kids Academy! Review the moon phases with them then help them label Kyle's moon journal. Select the right moon phase for each picture to complete the page!
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Sort and Count to the Moon Worksheet
Little space explorers will love counting, sorting and strengthening number sense with this galactic worksheet! They'll use traceable lines to sort pictures of stars, planets and rockets into categories according to properties. After sorting, they'll count each item and fill in the boxes. Bold pictures make it fun and build critical thinking skills.
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Facts About the Sun Worksheet
Long ago humans thought the Earth was the center of the solar system, but we now know it's really the sun! Use this science worksheet to review basic facts about the sun with your early learner. Have them recall prior knowledge about space before tackling the "true or false" questions. Trace from the sun in the center to the true facts in the clouds.
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Space Maze: Comet Worksheet
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The Night Sky: Leo Worksheet
Let your kids explore the wonders of the stars with this fun worksheet! They'll connect the dots to create the constellation Leo. Night gazing instruments, a telescope or this printout can help your kids learn about constellations and horoscopes. Download the worksheet and let the star watching begin!
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Space: Assessment 1 Worksheet
Introduce Kyle and his moon journal to your kids! Ask if they know what it is, or if they keep one too. Together, look at Kyle's pics and help them identify the phases of the moon. Have them check off the correct name of each. It's a great way to get kids interested in space!
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Spaceship Maze: Galaxies Worksheet
Guide lost humans home with this fun space maze: Galaxies! Once the journey is complete, kids can discover the name of our galaxy: the Milky Way! An exciting way to teach kids about space and help humans find their way back home.
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The Night Sky: Aries Worksheet
Does your child know constellations and horoscope? If you've got them interested in horoscope readings and star gazing, the Aries constellation in the pdf should be familiar. Have them look at the picture and identify it. If they can't, tell them it's Aries. Then, help them connect the dots to form the constellation.
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Our Solar System: Revolution Printable
vs. Rotation. They'll compare & contrast the two, and analyze a diagram to better understand our planet's orbit around the sun.
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Astronomer Coloring Page Worksheet
Encourage your child to explore the night sky with a fun coloring page! Discuss the possibility of a career in astronomy while they put their imagination to work creating the best colors to make this scene come to life. Astronomers use microscopes to study planets and stars, learning about space and teaching us more about the universe!
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Retelling the Details: What Can the Sun Melt? Worksheet
The sun is that hot yellow ball in the sky. Its intense heat can make us sweat and even melt things! Ask your kids what things the sun can melt. Read this short informative text and have them highlight the objects. Then, read the questions out loud and help them find the right answers.
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Night Sky Constellations: Aries Worksheet
Let your child explore the night sky with this fun, easy-to-complete constellation worksheet: Aries! Have them connect the stars to uncover the popular constellation. Talk about constellations and their locations to enrich their learning!
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Night Sky Search Worksheet
Gaze up into the night sky and spot the stars! Your little astronomer can learn about Aries and Big Dipper constellations with this science worksheet. Simply find the ram for Aries and check the box for Big Dipper. Then, when the weather is right, go outside and look for them in the night sky!
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Observing the Sky Worksheet
Look up to the sky and observe day and night objects! See a rainbow or some clouds by day and stars and the moon at night. Help your little learner review this science concept with Kids Academy's fun and colorful worksheet. Have them sort and check off the objects seen by day or night, going down the column in the center.
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The Planets: Saturn Printable
Help your child explore the solar system with our engaging Space Maze: Saturn worksheet! Kids can trace words, use logical reasoning, and learn more about Saturn while having fun! This worksheet has it all, helping your child master reading, writing, and reasoning skills while learning about a planet.
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Our Solar System: Earth's Rotation Printable
They'll examine the illustration and answer questions to increase their vocabulary and knowledge.
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Facts About the Moon Worksheet
Have your child learn about our moon's orbit with this engaging worksheet! They can read the introductory paragraph for the required vocabulary, then read the sentences under the images and check off the correct boxes. Explore the wonders of the cosmos and our planet with this fun exercise!
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Observing the Sun Worksheet
Observe the image of the sun's progression with your child and use it to complete this free printable worksheet from Kids Academy. Have your kid look at the pictures on the left and check off the numbers in the correct order from sunrise to sunset! This will expand their science knowledge and help them understand when it's time to rise, reach its highest point during midday and set again in the West.
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Space: Assessment 2 Worksheet
Test your kids' knowledge of the weather, constellations and Earth with this worksheet. Show them the 4 images and ask what's happening; then read the questions and options and help them pick the right answers. This printout is a helpful and fun way to learn!
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Moon Phases Worksheet
Gaze up at the night sky and the moon's appearance may change from night to night. Encourage your child to learn more about the sun, the moon, and space with this science worksheet. Have them read the text then study the picture. Finally, read the sentences and check the answers to identify the moon's phases.
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Predicting Weather Worksheet
Observe weather patterns to make a prediction! Use this worksheet to help your little scientist. Kids will analyze data, make a scientific prediction, and explain their responses. Colorful and fun, this activity will bring the lesson home.
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Astronomer Maze: Telescope Worksheet
Let your mini astronomer explore the galaxy with this fun and puzzling space maze worksheet – Telescope! Your child will have a great time navigating the maze, while learning how telescopes help scientists study the stars.
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Exploring space with children aged 3-6 can offer innumerable benefits both intellectually and developmentally. At this formative stage, young minds are exceptionally curious, absorbing information rapidly and forming the foundation for future learning. Introducing space concepts, such as the Earth, moon, stars, and planets, can spark wonder and intrigue, which are crucial for fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Teaching space can improve language skills as children learn new vocabulary, like "astronaut," "telescope," and "galaxy." The visual nature of space, with its striking images and videos, significantly enhances cognitive development by helping kids understand abstract concepts like size, distance, and gravity in an approachable way.
Additionally, discussing space encourages the development of critical thinking skills. Asking questions like "What do astronauts eat in space?" or "Why do we have day and night?" promotes curiosity, inquiry, and problem-solving skills. It can even integrate basic scientific principles, laying early groundwork for understanding science and technology.
Moreover, the vastness and mystery of space inspire creativity and imagination. This can be seen in play activities, storytelling, and art, all fostering emotional and social growth alongside cognitive benefits.
Ultimately, engaging children aged 3-6 with space topics isn't just about learning facts; it’s about inspiring an amazing journey of discovery and instilling an inquisitive mindset that extends beyond the stars.
