Space Teaching Resources
Explore the solar system, Earth and space, the Moon, planets, and space exploration. Science resources for KS1 and KS2.
Twinkling Star Art: Exploring Textures and Light
To explore different art materials and techniques to create representations of stars, focusing on texture and sparkle.
Twinkling Stars: A Year 2 Art Exploration
To create an artwork inspired by stars, exploring different textures and materials.
Space Exploration Timeline Activity
Pupils can sequence key events in space exploration and explain their significance
Moon Phases Worksheet
Pupils can identify and explain the phases of the Moon
Solar System Scale Model Activity
Pupils can create a scale model of the solar system and understand relative distances
Earth, Sun and Moon Relationships Quiz
Pupils can demonstrate understanding of how the Earth, Sun and Moon relate to each other
Moon Phases Activity
Pupils can name and sequence the phases of the Moon and explain why they occur
Day and Night Explanation Worksheet
Pupils can explain why we have day and night using scientific vocabulary
Solar System Lesson Plan
Pupils can name the planets in order and describe key features of each
Frequently Asked Questions about Space
When is space taught in the UK primary curriculum?
Earth and Space is a statutory topic in Year 5 Science. However, space themes can be explored across KS1 and KS2 through cross-curricular links to geography, maths, and English.
What should a space lesson plan include?
A space lesson plan should cover the solar system, Earth's movement, day and night, and the Moon's phases. Include hands-on activities like scale models and observation tasks.
How can I bring space to life in the classroom?
Use scale models of the solar system, planetarium apps, space-themed creative writing, and immersive experiences like Giant Journeys' Space Journey workshop with VR.