Light, Dark & Space

This galactic theme lends itself to a variety of engaging activities

From role play to mark making, arts & crafts, small world play and more that will reinforce key learning outcomes.

Terrific Tracing: Trace the shadows of objects in the sun - @kcsearlyyears has some great examples we've tried!

Solar Show: Make shadow puppets and use a torch to put on a show

Tuff Tray Constellations: Set up a space themed Tuff Tray and practice mark making in the moon sand

Play Dough Planets: Use dough and dough accessories to create Alien shapes and planets

Monochrome Meteors: Use paints and chalk on black paper to create space artwork

Rocket Role Play: Make pretend jet packs, put on your astronaut suit and ‘fly’ around pretending to zap alien meteors and save the earth!

Solar System Sorting: Set up a cosmic loose parts station where children can count, sort and sequence stars, moon rocks and space figures.

Key Vocabulary:

Here is a stellar vocabulary list to consider introducing as you traverse this cosmic theme...

 Day

Night

Shadow

Bright

Dim

Reflection

Torch

Astronaut

Rocket

Planet

Star

Sun

Moon

Galaxy

Solar System

Comet

Meteor

Telescope

Constellation

Glow

Orbit