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    Embark on an extraordinary interstellar journey with our Space Worksheets designed specifically for Ages 5-6! These engaging and educational sheets are packed with exciting activities tailored to spark curiosity and enhance knowledge about the vast universe. From identifying planets to understanding the phases of the moon, our worksheets are the perfect launchpad for young astronauts eager to explore the cosmos. Crafted by educational experts, these worksheets blend fun with learning, ensuring that your little space explorers grasp basic space concepts and vocabulary. Dive into a world of galaxies, stars, and planets with our Space Worksheets for Ages 5-6. Adventure awaits!


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    Moon Journal Worksheet
    Moon Journal Worksheet

    Moon Journal Worksheet

    Observe the moon and its 8 phases with your child by downloading this free PDF worksheet from Kids Academy! Review the moon phases with them then help them label Kyle's moon journal. Select the right moon phase for each picture to complete the page!
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    Sort and Count to the Moon Worksheet
    Sort and Count to the Moon Worksheet

    Sort and Count to the Moon Worksheet

    Little space explorers will love counting, sorting and strengthening number sense with this galactic worksheet! They'll use traceable lines to sort pictures of stars, planets and rockets into categories according to properties. After sorting, they'll count each item and fill in the boxes. Bold pictures make it fun and build critical thinking skills.
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    Facts About the Sun Worksheet
    Facts About the Sun Worksheet

    Facts About the Sun Worksheet

    Long ago humans thought the Earth was the center of the solar system, but we now know it's really the sun! Use this science worksheet to review basic facts about the sun with your early learner. Have them recall prior knowledge about space before tackling the "true or false" questions. Trace from the sun in the center to the true facts in the clouds.
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    Space Maze: Comet
    Space Maze: Comet

    Space Maze: Comet Worksheet

    Join them on their journey and explore comets with Space Maze: Comet.
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    The Night Sky: Leo Worksheet
    The Night Sky: Leo Worksheet

    The Night Sky: Leo Worksheet

    Let your kids explore the wonders of the stars with this fun worksheet! They'll connect the dots to create the constellation Leo. Night gazing instruments, a telescope or this printout can help your kids learn about constellations and horoscopes. Download the worksheet and let the star watching begin!
    The Night Sky: Leo Worksheet
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    Space: Assessment 1 Worksheet
    Space: Assessment 1 Worksheet

    Space: Assessment 1 Worksheet

    Introduce Kyle and his moon journal to your kids! Ask if they know what it is, or if they keep one too. Together, look at Kyle's pics and help them identify the phases of the moon. Have them check off the correct name of each. It's a great way to get kids interested in space!
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    Space maze: Galaxies
    Space maze: Galaxies

    Spaceship Maze: Galaxies Worksheet

    Guide lost humans home with this fun space maze: Galaxies! Once the journey is complete, kids can discover the name of our galaxy: the Milky Way! An exciting way to teach kids about space and help humans find their way back home.
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    Space Suit Printable Worksheet
    Space Suit Printable Worksheet

    Space Suit Printable

    Space Suit Printable
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    The Night Sky: Aries Worksheet
    The Night Sky: Aries Worksheet

    The Night Sky: Aries Worksheet

    Does your child know constellations and horoscope? If you've got them interested in horoscope readings and star gazing, the Aries constellation in the pdf should be familiar. Have them look at the picture and identify it. If they can't, tell them it's Aries. Then, help them connect the dots to form the constellation.
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    Our Solar System: Revolution Printable
    Our Solar System: Revolution Printable

    Our Solar System: Revolution Printable

    vs. Rotation. They'll compare & contrast the two, and analyze a diagram to better understand our planet's orbit around the sun.
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    Astronomer Coloring Page Worksheet
    Astronomer Coloring Page Worksheet

    Astronomer Coloring Page Worksheet

    Encourage your child to explore the night sky with a fun coloring page! Discuss the possibility of a career in astronomy while they put their imagination to work creating the best colors to make this scene come to life. Astronomers use microscopes to study planets and stars, learning about space and teaching us more about the universe!
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    Retelling the Details: What Can the Sun Melt? Worksheet
    Retelling the Details: What Can the Sun Melt? Worksheet

    Retelling the Details: What Can the Sun Melt? Worksheet

    The sun is that hot yellow ball in the sky. Its intense heat can make us sweat and even melt things! Ask your kids what things the sun can melt. Read this short informative text and have them highlight the objects. Then, read the questions out loud and help them find the right answers.
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    Printable constellation worksheet: Aries
    Printable constellation worksheet: Aries

    Night Sky Constellations: Aries Worksheet

    Let your child explore the night sky with this fun, easy-to-complete constellation worksheet: Aries! Have them connect the stars to uncover the popular constellation. Talk about constellations and their locations to enrich their learning!
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    Night Sky Search Worksheet
    Night Sky Search Worksheet

    Night Sky Search Worksheet

    Gaze up into the night sky and spot the stars! Your little astronomer can learn about Aries and Big Dipper constellations with this science worksheet. Simply find the ram for Aries and check the box for Big Dipper. Then, when the weather is right, go outside and look for them in the night sky!
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    Connect the Dots Math Worksheet
    Connect the Dots Math Worksheet

    Little Dipper Worksheet

    Little Dipper Worksheet
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    Observing the Sky Worksheet
    Observing the Sky Worksheet

    Observing the Sky Worksheet

    Look up to the sky and observe day and night objects! See a rainbow or some clouds by day and stars and the moon at night. Help your little learner review this science concept with Kids Academy's fun and colorful worksheet. Have them sort and check off the objects seen by day or night, going down the column in the center.
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    Space Maze: Saturn
    Space Maze: Saturn

    The Planets: Saturn Printable

    Help your child explore the solar system with our engaging Space Maze: Saturn worksheet! Kids can trace words, use logical reasoning, and learn more about Saturn while having fun! This worksheet has it all, helping your child master reading, writing, and reasoning skills while learning about a planet.
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    Our Solar System: Earth's Rotation Printable
    Our Solar System: Earth's Rotation Printable

    Our Solar System: Earth's Rotation Printable

    They'll examine the illustration and answer questions to increase their vocabulary and knowledge.
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    Facts About the Moon Worksheet
    Facts About the Moon Worksheet

    Facts About the Moon Worksheet

    Have your child learn about our moon's orbit with this engaging worksheet! They can read the introductory paragraph for the required vocabulary, then read the sentences under the images and check off the correct boxes. Explore the wonders of the cosmos and our planet with this fun exercise!
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    Observing the Sun Worksheet
    Observing the Sun Worksheet

    Observing the Sun Worksheet

    Observe the image of the sun's progression with your child and use it to complete this free printable worksheet from Kids Academy. Have your kid look at the pictures on the left and check off the numbers in the correct order from sunrise to sunset! This will expand their science knowledge and help them understand when it's time to rise, reach its highest point during midday and set again in the West.
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    Space: Assessment 2 Worksheet
    Space: Assessment 2 Worksheet

    Space: Assessment 2 Worksheet

    Test your kids' knowledge of the weather, constellations and Earth with this worksheet. Show them the 4 images and ask what's happening; then read the questions and options and help them pick the right answers. This printout is a helpful and fun way to learn!
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    Moon Phases Worksheet
    Moon Phases Worksheet

    Moon Phases Worksheet

    Gaze up at the night sky and the moon's appearance may change from night to night. Encourage your child to learn more about the sun, the moon, and space with this science worksheet. Have them read the text then study the picture. Finally, read the sentences and check the answers to identify the moon's phases.
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    Predicting Weather Worksheet
    Predicting Weather Worksheet

    Predicting Weather Worksheet

    Observe weather patterns to make a prediction! Use this worksheet to help your little scientist. Kids will analyze data, make a scientific prediction, and explain their responses. Colorful and fun, this activity will bring the lesson home.
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    Space maze worksheet: Telescope
    Space maze worksheet: Telescope

    Astronomer Maze: Telescope Worksheet

    Let your mini astronomer explore the galaxy with this fun and puzzling space maze worksheet – Telescope! Your child will have a great time navigating the maze, while learning how telescopes help scientists study the stars.
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    Space-themed worksheets designed specifically for children ages 5-6 offer a unique and engaging way to introduce young learners to the vast and fascinating universe beyond our planet. At this developmental stage, children are naturally curious and eager to learn about the world around them, making it the perfect time to explore topics related to space.

    These space worksheets serve as a valuable educational tool, providing a foundation for understanding basic astronomical concepts and fostering an early interest in science. Through fun and interactive activities, children can learn about planets, stars, the moon, and other celestial bodies, developing their knowledge in a way that is accessible and enjoyable.

    Moreover, incorporating space into worksheets for ages 5-6 supports the development of essential skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. As children engage with questions and puzzles about space, they practice observation and deduction, enhancing their cognitive abilities. These worksheets also encourage imagination, as children envision the vastness of space and the possibility of other planets and life forms.

    In addition, using space as a theme can help improve literacy and numeracy skills. Vocabulary related to space introduces children to new words, while activities involving counting or identifying shapes help reinforce mathematical concepts.

    Overall, space-themed worksheets for ages 5-6 are not only useful for sparking an interest in science and the universe but also play a significant role in promoting overall cognitive development and academic skills in young learners.