Uncover the mysteries of space with 25 creative projects and
stargazing activities that are out of this world
Discover the wonders of our awe-inspiring universe.
If you stare at the stars and wonder what's out there and enjoy
practical hands-on projects, this is the book for you! Each of the
super-fun make-and-do projects in this book comes with simple
step-by-step photographs and instructions that will inspire your
imagination and reveal some of the secrets of space.
Perfect for kids who are interested in STEM (science, technology,
engineering, and math), Space Activity Lab features projects that
explore the solar system to asteroids and from the Milky Way to moon
buggies. You'll combine astronomy with art and craft by launching your
own rocket, building a moon lander to learn how astronauts touch down
safely on the moon's surface, making a pinhole camera to observe a solar
eclipse, designing your own orrery to understand how planets orbit the
sun, and creating a cardboard model to explore the phases of the moon.
And for when darkness falls, there's a star finder section that shows
you how to spot incredible constellations in the night sky, from The Big
Dipper to Orion. Throughout the book, information boxes full of
fascinating facts and panel stories explain the science.
Space Activity Lab is the perfect package for creative kids who are
interested in exploring the great mysteries of the night sky, infinity,
and beyond!
