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As you probably already know, last week was Dr. Seuss week and the Read Across America event took place on March 2nd, in light of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Not only did we have fun with Dr. Seuss activities last week and participate in Read Across America, but we also spent the week exploring outer space.
Each day my son did a different activity, all of which were space related. And everything he did led up to a special Friday movie. It’s just like when I was in school and the big box TV was rolled into the classroom. I knew right then my school day was taking a turn for the better. It was the same thing here. With a little help from NCircle Entertainment, he took an adventure through outer space with The Cat in the Hat! The Cat in the Hat knows a lot about all kinds of things, even outer space.
Monday
You can’t really learn about outer space without visiting, and you can’t really visit without becoming an astronaut, so that’s how my son started the week. On Monday he created his very own astronaut and started learning about the different things he might see way out of this world.
I found a large array of outer space printables just from searching on Pinterest, so that’s where all of the outer space activities and ideas for the week came from. His astronaut printable was a color by letter activity and the other coloring printable was a color by sight word. Both of these were perfect for his age! Another fun activity could be to use something like a DIY kit, such as the one from Sent Into Space . This could offer another way to explore outer space!
Tuesday
Now that my son was an official astronaut, he had to figure out how to actually get to outer space. His solution was to build his own rocket ship. On Tuesday, we took to his painting easel so he could create one!
We actually started by painting his foot blue and orange, and then he stepped on his easel paper. The blue part would be the body of his rocket and the orange part, the fire coming out the engines. It was a nice starting point to get his creative juices flowing. After that, I let him do his own thing.
I did tell him his rocket needed some triangular wings (thinking of those at the base of the rocket) and he took it literally, giving his rocket green wings. They look like bird wings to me, but that’s the beauty of a child’s creativity. Besides, it’s his rocket ship and he can do whatever he wants to it.
Wednesday
Wednesday he did a little more research as to what he should expect to see when he gets to outer space. You know, just so he’s prepared once he gets there. With a couple of connect the dots activities, he realized there was a lot to see and explore – stars, planets, passing rocket ships and more!
Thursday
Now we’re getting somewhere. My son is an official astronaut, has is own rocket ship and is ready for exploration. Outer space here he comes! 5-4-3-2-1, BLAST OFF!
Thursday he started with four maze activities – exploring through his rocket ship, the moon, a star and finally, Saturn.
After he finished those, we participated in the Read Across America event by reading his new Cat in the Hat book, There’s No Place Like Space! It couldn’t be more perfect for celebrating Dr. Seuss’ birthday and keeping with our outer space theme for the week.
Friday
Friday arrived and it was finally time to debut his new DVD, The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Space. Following a robotic dog that came to earth, the Cat in the Hat took him on an out of this world adventure in the Space-ama-racer.
They meet Astronaut Audrey at her space station, at which time she introduces them to Space Rover (the robotic dog) who is helping her explore outer space. Before they know it, Space Rover gets tangled in some space junk while exploring and it’s up to Cat, Nick and Sally to save him. This is just the start of the adventure, as they follow Space Rover from planet to planet, through asteroids and so much more!
After watching the movie, I helped him cut out all of the activities he’d been working on during the week and using push-pin magnets, we placed them all on our dishwasher.
This allowed him to move the pieces around how he wanted and maneuver his astronaut through outer space. Along with the movie, it was a simple, but fun way to end his week exploring and learning about outer space.
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I love that they just found that new solar system!
I like the stories behind the constellation names, like Coma Berenices.
I think stars and the constellations are my favorite things about outer space!
I love Cat in the Hat Books. Such a fun way to learn about the solar system.
Looks like a lot of fun for the kids. I need to get these for my daughter.
Love everything about space but the rocket ships are my favorite!
The Cat in the Hat has been one of the greatest teaching tools for children for years. He really teaches kids to use their imagination. Glad to see it is still around today.
The kids just spent last week learning all things dr suess. They would love this article
What a variety of activities for the week. I’ll have to check into these for Dr. Seuss week next time.
Those are so fun. Space is always a popular topic with little ones. Can’t wait to try some of these with the kiddos.
I like all the stars and the planets. My nephew will love these.
Thanks for the contest.
I love the stars and star gazing with my daughter?
The different planets are my favorite thing about outer space.
I like the view.
What a beautiful place to visit with family. My kids will surely love it.
My favorite thing about outer space is the stars.
I love the stars and constellations!! My hubby takes AMAZING star and milky way pictures with his camera!!
My favorite thing about outer space are the constellations.
I love the Space because of all the unknown!
i love the stars and learning about asteroids
I am in awe with space in general! Everything about space is amazing! All the planets, the stars, black holes, everything!
I’m the same way!
We love to star gaze and look for shooting stars.
I love looking for the Milky Way.
My favorite thing is watching for eclipses, falling stars, comets, etc.
I love watching the stars in outer space. Thank you for the entry.
My favorite thing about outer space is how vast it is with limitless possibilities.
My favorite thing about outer space is star gazing – they’re beautiful
I love seeing all the stars in the sky.
I like the Stars at night.
Definitely the stars! They’re so beautiful!!
Dr Seuss books used to be my favourite as a kid – I’ve bought the whole set to read to my niece – never heard of the space one though – will have to look into it!
stars
Love your son is so creative in creating the rocket and discover the outer space. It seems the adventure to the out space is always interesting to kids and it wonderful that he has your support too.
seeing the pretty stars is my favorite
You have a very creative child.
The Solar System… And do UFOs count? ☺
Plants (Mars in particular) and stars are my favorite things about space!
Planets* typo
Love Suess and I really love your post and all your images, looked like a great week.
I love Dr. Seuss and miss reading with my kiddos. They’re too big now. Enjoy your little guy!
My favorite thing about space is the stars. I am fascinated by how great they look.
Stars are the best.
We love Dr. Seuss and stargazing!
I love finding the constellations with my grandson.
The different planets definitely spark my interest about space! It’s just amazing to think about the other planets and how they’re “out there”!
the consellations
The stars is my favorite thing about space.
My favorite thing about outer space is the stars.
I like the view and stars.
I love the stars and star gazing.
Stars are my favorite thing about outer space. 🙂
I love learning all of the constellations.
I Love stargazing! There is nothing as peaceful as looking up at the sky and seeing all the stars twinkling!