Space Thematic Unit: Differentiated Literacy, Math, Science and STEM Activities

Embark on a cosmic journey into outer space, with a this fun filled topic resource filled with activities to ignite your learners curiosity. Filled with differentiated activities for 5-9 yrs the activities will keep your kids motivated and focussed.

The engaging activities delve into the mysteries of the universe through two captivating children’s books: “What the Moon is Like” by Franklyn M. Branley for older children and “Roaring Rockets” by Tony Mitton and Ant Parker for younger children. The activities are tailored to meet the diverse needs and developmental levels of your students, and will foster curiosity, scientific inquiry, and a love for learning. If you don’t have a copy of the books there are videos available on YouTube where your kids can hear and watch the books being read.

Your little astronauts will have lots of fun! Watch your science lesson come to life as they make their own rockets and complete the Math, literacy, science and art/craft activities. Also included are two non fiction printable booklets and lots of hands on activities that your kids will love!

Activities Include:

An information poster activity - ‘What’s in a Space Suit’ which is pitched at two different levels (junior and senior)
What’s in a Space Suit labelling activity - A fun and educational labelling activity which helps to develop reading comprehension skills (differentiated for younger and older students)
A Space themed 100s board with suggestions for activities and games to strengthen numeracy skills.
Touchdown Challenge STEM activity. This activity challenges students to think like an engineer and design a spacecraft that would land safely on the moon.
Make a Handprint Rocket - Art Activity - supports children to develop their fine motor skills and use their imaginations to design and make a rocket.
Spacewalk Art Activity - this activity can be modified for younger and older students. Older students can use technology to support their design.
Moon Picture Activity - this activity can be modified for younger and older students.
Name Rocket Craft - this activity can be modified for younger and older students.
Design a straw rocket - Science/Technology focus.
Make a Balloon Rocket STEM activity - Science/Technology. Older children can work in groups or pairs to complete this activity. Younger students could work with the teacher/or perhaps with an older buddy class. Students are encouraged to work together collaboratively to build the rocket, and then inquire into how the rocket is moving and answer the follow up questions.

AND EVEN MORE ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN ADDED RECENTLY!

I HOPE YOU ENJOY THIS UNIT !