Space for Kids

Children exploring space

Exploring space is fun and easy for people of all ages! Below are videos and activities to introduce kids to how cool space can be, and how they can learn more about planet Earth, our Solar System, and our amazing Universe.

Hands-On Activities

Fun Space Videos

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How many stars are there?

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How big is our Milky Way?

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Jupiter is MASSIVE!

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Singing in the methane

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Sand dunes far, far away

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Planet ping pong

Cool Space Pictures

Explore the Cosmos through our space image library. Click each photo to learn the story behind it.

Space Books for Kids

Embark on a journey through the Cosmos with our fun and accessible series of books for children of all ages.

Learn More covers for Solar System books

Join the Planetary Academy

Each Planetary Academy member receives an educational adventure pack in their mailbox approximately every three months. Each pack has been thoughtfully developed by the educational experts of The Planetary Society to delight kids ages 5-9 who love space. Then, when you choose to renew, there are two additional years of curriculum.

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