Space Writing Worksheets
Are you looking for great space writing worksheets for the kids? Now is a good time to work on handwriting skills! These worksheets are full of fun and will have the kids loving learning time!
You’ll love these other fun space activities for kids.
With the recent eclipse, it has sparked a newfound love of all things space in my kids, and my daughter asked me to teach her about the universe. I told her I’d get something ready for when school starts, and she wanted it tomorrow.
We’ll go through all of the planets in the solar system, along with the sun, moon, and stars, and I can increase the difficulty for my son so I can work with them together.
I love that they can work on these independently, or I can sit down with them at the table and do them, too. I like to mix it up, but I always strive to be present in the room. They love to show off their hard work every single time as well. It’s a win-win for them to learn and for me to show them how proud I am of them.
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Tips for Making Worksheets Fun
If you’re worried that having worksheets for the kids isn’t fun, don’t stress out about it! We use worksheets every single day, and here are a few of my tips.
Ensure that the worksheets cover a fun topic that also educates the kids. Since these worksheets focus on space, the kids are instantly interested because they share a love for space as well. This is why I have worksheets for every season of the year, so that it keeps them excited and interested.
Avoid doing worksheets when you’re tired or feeling cranky. Typically, the middle of the afternoon isn’t a good time to work on things with the kids. I’ve found that we have the most energy earlier in the day for getting things done.
Sit down and work with the kids on their worksheets. This doesn’t mean that you’re doing it for them or even actively helping them, but it does mean that you’re there with them and watching them. This will give them a sense of pride in completing the worksheets, allowing them to show off their work to you.
All of these tips might be the perfect combination to help your child love working on worksheets. Try one or try them all and see what works best for you and your child.
Recommended Space Books
I love the power of books. And when you think about it, it just makes sense. Kids love seeing the letters on the pages, which is great motivation to help them learn to write and read those letters, too.
Our house is literally full of books. I have them in every room because I want them to be accessible for the kids whenever they need them or want to pick up a book and read. I also think it’s super important to change the types of books you have around the house, so the kids stay interested in reading.
I really do think that reading is a HUGE foundation for the kids to learn other things as well. Once they start writing out their letters, it will help them with sight words and other reading skills as well.
Below are some of our favorite space books, which make a great addition to any space learning activity.
National Geographic Kids Everything Space: Blast Off for a Universe of Photos, Facts, and Fun!Super Cool Space Facts: A Fun, Fact-filled Space Book for KidsNational Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space (National Geographic Little Kids First Big Books)The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar SystemThere Was a Black Hole that Swallowed the Universe: A Funny Rhyming Space Book from the #1 Science Author for KidsThere’s No Place Like Space: All About Our Solar System (Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library)
Fun Ways to Use these Space Writing Worksheets
Print the worksheets out onto paper and have your child practice their space theme writing. If you’d like to reuse them, I like the Crayola Dry Erase Center
, and I place my daughter’s worksheets in there, and she uses a dry-erase marker to write on them.
If you want more, we have tons more fun printable kindergarten worksheets to share.
Recommended Space Printable Packs
These printable packs are full of fun, easy activities that keep kids learning and busy.
Supplies Needed for the Space Worksheets
- Printer (I have this one)
- Paper
- Pencil
- Crayons
I have the HP printer 8710, but it’s no longer available. It’s been running well for years now. Consider another HP Instant Ink-ready printer so that you can use their program to send you ink cartridges whenever your printer gets low on ink.
What’s included in the space writing printable?
As you can see, these are great for developing fine motor skills as well as improving handwriting skills. The kids will love being able to learn how to do the following things:
- Upper and lowercase letter practice
- Rocket and Astronaut
I have my daughter practice forming the letter correctly with her finger in the air first, because I want her to focus not only on writing the letter but also on using the correct strokes that will make writing easier for her.
I never just hand her the worksheets, but I do watch over to make sure she’s following the arrows since she likes to have fun with me and do it the opposite way, argh!
Fun Ways to Have More Space Fun
To extend the activity, use my other space-counting cards, pair it with some wonderful space books from the library, try creating your own rocket, or watch a cool space documentary.
We also enjoy going outside and gazing up at the stars at night. I’m always amazed at how much is truly going on around on when we just slow down and take the time to look.
Before we head outside, it’s a good idea to discuss space and ask the kids what they think they’ll see. This will help them develop their imagination and also put them in the mindset to engage in a conversation.
More Space Worksheets
Don’t forget to check out our other space activities that the kids are certain to love. There are many fun ways to make learning something enjoyable.
- Space Counting Cards Printables
- Space Worksheets for Kids
- Printable Constellation Lacing Cards
- Moon Phases Worksheets
- Space Do A Dot Printables by Simple Everyday Mom
- Free Space Counting Worksheet for Preschool by Homeschool of 1
I also like to remind people that every child is different, so what works for one child may not work for all. Take your time and set up a homeschool schedule or afternoon learning activity that will have them excited and engaged.