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12 Amazing Space Toys and Activities for your Aspiring Astronaut!
The holiday season is around the corner, and we want to make sure you have the perfect gift for the children in your life! We have taken the guesswork out of gift giving by letting our team of play experts choose the perfect gifts for children of every age. This list includes twelve toys and activities perfect for astronauts of all ages!
Space exploration fuels our children's curiosity and imagination! Space captures children’s imagination with its rockets, moon landings and different planets and stars. Children love looking up at the sky and wondering about the phenomena we can see, what we know of and leaves them with questions about the vast ever changing landscape of space!
Play that is inspired by space allows children to explore, wonder and ask questions! As they learn it sparks imagination and ignites curiosity– learning about space is all about the unknown, the ‘what if?’ s and the questions the known and unknown about the universe. It helps children become creative thinkers, to challenge current theories and to question uncertainties. Learning about space also helps children develop an interest in our planet! Learning about its origins, how we can care for it to ensure it stays healthy and sustainable for all life on earth. As they learn, it helps children understand the importance of looking after planet earth. What can we do to help the planet? How can we include sustainable choices in our everyday lives?
The play based toys and activities on this list will help inspire your child's sense of wonder and help them learn more about space!
The toys on this list are more than just a great gift. They all were hand-picked by our in-house play expert who picked them with the intent to inspire your children’s imaginations, help develop early learning skills, and discover their passions because at Scholar’s Choice we believe children deserve the opportunity to achieve their hopes & dreams through play!
Hello World Solar System
Learn from home and explore the solar system with this fun board book! Every young child loves to look up at the moon in the night sky. Here’s a Hello, World! board book that can teach toddlers all about the sun, moon, stars, and planets—with colors, shapes, sizes, and super-simple facts.
Told in clear and easy terms and featuring bright, cheerful illustrations, Hello, World! makes learning fun for young children. And each sturdy page offers helpful prompts for engaging with your child. (“Can you point to the red planet? That’s Mars!”) It’s a perfect way to bring science and nature into the busy world of a toddler, where learning never stops.
Recommended Age: Birth +
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing with little ones by lifting the felt flaps to discover four hidden space-themed friends. Then find the mirror under the final flap!
Parents love this book because they are simple yet robust, and little readers adore them because they’re fun and easy to play with.
Recommended Age: Birth +
Let's explore the planets in our solar system! This set of wooden solar system discs are the perfect addition to play and learning!
Smooth and tactile plywood discs, colour printed on one side with beautiful clear photo realistic illustrations of our sun, Mercury, Venus, Earth, our moon, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. On the reverse is clearly printed with the name, diameter, average temperature and distance from the sun. The chunky discs are easy for children to grip, rotate, turn over and to stand upright. There is also a hanging hole for suspending the discs like a solar system mobile!
This versatile set provides a wonderful opportunity for learning more about our amazing solar system. The images show clear details and features - perfect for discussion and improving space knowledge.
Children will enjoy playing whilst developing several aspects of learning, including descriptive language, exploring mathematical language, collaborative play, fine motor skills, imaginative play and understanding the world. Includes an informative colour printed guide in 8 languages and an A3 solar system colour poster.
Recommended Age: 12 Months +
Launch into endless intergalactic adventures with the Space Voyager Set, a beautifully crafted wooden playset designed to inspire curiosity and creativity in young space explorers. Made from solid wood and painted in realistic, contemporary colours, this set offers a hands-on experience for children to immerse themselves in space exploration.
The set includes five essential space-themed vehicles:
- 3-Part Rocket for thrilling take-offs and landings.
- Moon Landing Capsule for safe lunar explorations.
- Lunar Roving Vehicle to navigate the rough terrains of outer worlds.
- Launch Crew Rover for efficient ground support.
- Lunar Probe for deep-space discovery and communication.
Each piece is crafted to fit standard train track widths, making it easy to integrate with other play sets. Ideal for kids aged 3 and up, this set encourages imaginative play and fine motor skill development, as children engage in storytelling and role-playing missions to explore new frontiers. It’s a fantastic gift for the holidays, sure to capture the fascination of any child who dreams of space travel.
Recommended Age: 3+
Take your child on an intergalactic sticker adventure with the Dot It! Space Activity Kit. Designed to keep young space enthusiasts engaged in a mess-free, creative experience, this kit encourages fine motor skill development and imaginative play. Kids can complete 8 cosmic scenes with over 500 easy-to-peel dot stickers, bringing their favourite planets, rockets, and outer space wonders to life!
This educational and play-based activity set includes:
- 4 Double-sided Canvases with vibrant space-themed illustrations.
- 500+ Dot Stickers in 30 sheets, perfect for mess-free creativity.
- Ideal for Travel or At-Home Play: Lightweight and compact for on-the-go fun.
Dot It! Space is the perfect balance of creativity and learning, helping young children develop hand-eye coordination and patience while they explore the wonders of space. Make this fantastic, screen-free activity kit a part of your holiday gift list, inspiring play and learning in every little sticker they place!
Recommended Age 3+
Blast off into a world of sensory play with the Sensory Pack Outer Space by Creativity for Kids! This magical kit invites preschoolers to explore textures, colours, and shapes through space-themed activities designed to enhance fine motor skills and spark imaginative play. With stretchy cloud clay that never dries out, little ones can squish, stamp, and shape to their heart's content, creating endless adventures with astronauts, rockets, and even glow-in-the-dark aliens. Perfect for ages 3 and up, this sensory pack provides a mess-free, educational experience that encourages independent play and cognitive development. Packaged in a resealable pouch, it’s ideal for on-the-go fun and easy storage, making it a wonderful gift for toddlers who love all things outer space!
Usage Ideas and Benefits:
- Encourage sensory exploration as kids touch and mould the cloud clay, helping them develop tactile awareness.
- Enhance imaginative play with engaging space-themed toys like an astronaut, a glow-in-the-dark alien, and a rocket.
- Perfect for quiet time activities that support cognitive growth, creative confidence, and motor skill refinement.
Contents Include:
2 Colours of Cloud Clay, 1 Astronaut, 1 Rocket, 5 Space Rocks, 1 Glow-in-the-Dark Alien, 1 Squishy Alien, 2 Porcupine Space Balls, 1 Star Cookie Cutter, 1 Saturn Clay Stamp, 5 Glow Stars, 1 Glow Moon, 1 Bag of Glow-in-the-Dark Star Confetti, 1 Bag of Alien Head Confetti, and Instructions.
Recommended Age 3+
Space Explorer 36pc Floor Puzzle
Blast off for a space adventure! This classic 36-piece floor puzzle is perfect for any child interested in outer space! As children assemble the puzzle they will learn about all the planets and be able to identify them as they have fun!
Puzzles are great for early learning and development. Puzzles are not only a fun, engaging activity, but they also build confidence and self-esteem in young children. They are perfect for helping children develop critical cognitive and problem solving skills as well as enhancing fine motor skills.
Recommended Age: 3+
Long & Tall Puzzle 123 Rocket Ship
The 123 rocket ship puzzle features numbers and as you build the rocket you will find objects to count that correspond to the numbers they are near.
Learn counting skills – this rocket ship is a super-fun way to learn how to count; as the rocket becomes larger, the child encounters more numbers, teaching them the correct order for the numbers in a fun way. Illustrations show how many objects each number represents – giving a visual aid to help your child to understand the numbers.
Recommended Age: 3+
Complete a space mission while engaging your sense of touch with an outer space themed sensory bin! Play with space rocks, squishy aliens and planets to build fine motor skills and promote sensory development all in a self contained
Parents and children can enjoy hours of imaginative play together! Complete cognitive tasks found in the illustrated instructions like “Naming each item and creature” to encourage thought, perception and knowledge in your child
Hands-on play is a great way to prepare your child for preschool! While on an intergalactic mission your children will learn to explore, create and engage.
Recommended Age: 3+
Love these sensory bins? See all the other sets in the collection online here
Ravensburger Explore Space 60 pc Puzzle
Can you build this puzzle of outer space? This 60 piece puzzle is perfect for any child who loves space featuring images of planets, astronauts, space missions, and satellites are for the advanced preschool puzzler who is ready for a bigger challenge. With interesting imagery and strategic piece size, these puzzles are perfect for children ages
Recommended Age: 4+
Foil Fun Up in Space by Skillmatics
Let your child’s imagination launch into the cosmos with Foil Fun: Up in Space! This enchanting, mess-free activity kit is the perfect gift for children who are fascinated by outer space. With colourful foil sheets, foam stickers, and themed picture canvases, this art set lets kids create dazzling, space-themed masterpieces featuring planets, astronauts, and shooting stars. Ideal for ages 4-9, Foil Fun encourages independent, creative play while developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Perfect for holiday gifts, this kit offers a fun, engaging way for young space enthusiasts to explore and express their creativity without needing supervision. It includes 10 picture canvases, 100+ foam stickers, and 100 vibrant foil sheets, ensuring hours of play-based learning and artistic exploration. Whether it’s adding glittering details to planets or creating a unique universe, this set invites kids to bring their outer space dreams to life!
Recommended Age 4+
Steam Kids Deluxe Space Exploration
Let's explore space with this STEAM powered space exploration craft and science set. Ideal for budding young astronomers and space enthusiasts, this deluxe kit allows kids to build a solar system planetarium model, construct a space projector that shows cool space-themed slide shows, and also decorate your room with a giant solar system poster with glow stars!
Assembled solar system model measures 12″ x 12″, space projector measures 5.25″L x 2″W x 2.75″H. Projector requires 3 AAA batteries (not included).
Recommended Ages 5+
Set your sights on the Moon and beyond! With this excellent entry-level telescope, Thames & Kosmos continues a long tradition of inspiring people to reach for the stars. This high-quality refractor telescope with glass optics allows for countless exciting space observations. With it, you can see the Moon and its craters in good detail; Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, and more! Terrestrial observations on Earth are also possible. The included instruction manual guides you through setting up and using the telescope.
Recommended Ages 8+
Outer space-themed toys are more than just fun; they are gateways to discovery, creativity, and learning. The top outer space toys of 2024 offer a blend of STEM education, imaginative play, and skill-building opportunities that ignite young minds. Whether your child dreams of becoming an astronaut, loves exploring planets, or simply enjoys creating their own mini-universe, these toys offer endless possibilities for learning and fun. Let your child’s curiosity soar as they embark on a space journey filled with discovery, problem-solving, and excitement. The sky is no longer the limit—get ready to launch into a world of wonder and growth with the perfect space toys this holiday season!
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