World Space Week is from 4th - 10th October. To help educators join the global celebration, a variety of free themed activities are available for download. These resources are designed to be engaging, educational, and easy to use across different age groups, making space exploration accessible and fun for all. 

I Spy Space Counting Cards blends numeracy with visual exploration. Each card features a space-themed scene filled with six different objectsthat children must carefully count and identify.

This activity encourages attention to detail, number recognition, and observational skills. Whether used independently, in pairs, or as part of a math center, these cards offer a hands-on, engaging approach to early counting practice.

Space Shadow Cards offer a fun way for children to build visual discrimination and matching skills. Once cut out, children are invited to match each colorful image to its correct silhouette, encouraging attention to detail and spatial awareness.

These cards can be used as part of a quiet activity, a small group game, or even a themed learning center, making them a versatile addition to any early learning environment.

Spaceship Shape Cards are a playful and engaging way to help young children develop shape recognition skills through hands-on exploration. Each card features a brightly colored spaceship with a distinct shape displayed on top—like a triangle, circle, or hexagon—and three possible matching shapes below.

Children are invited to identify the correct match and either clip it with a peg or mark it using a counter, making the activity both interactive and adaptable for different learning styles. These cards are perfect for shape hunts, fine motor practice, or quiet corner tasks, all while adding a cosmic twist to early learning.

Space Alphabet Posters is an educational way to introduce children to both the alphabet and the wonders of space. Each poster features a bold letter paired with a space-themed word, accompanied by a charming, child-friendly illustration that brings the concept to life. These posters spark curiosity and imagination, blending literacy with science in a visually engaging format perfect for early learning environments. 

World Space Week ( 4th - 10th October) invites us to look up—and within—as we nurture curiosity, imagination, and connection in our youngest learners. While babies and toddlers may not yet grasp the vastness of galaxies or the science of stars, they are deeply attuned to wonder. Through sensory-rich play, gentle storytelling, and emotionally safe exploration, we can offer them a universe of experiences that spark joy and belonging.

These activities are designed to be developmentally appropriate, trauma-informed, and inclusive—centering child voice, educator wellbeing, and the magic of discovery. Whether you're creating a moonlit sensory corner or singing rocket songs with scarves, each moment becomes a launchpad for connection, creativity, and care.