Space Exploration, Ages 3-4

Blast Off into an Out-of-This-World Adventure!
Prepare for lift-off! In our Space Exploration Summer Program, young astronauts will journey through the galaxy, learning about planets, stars, and beyond. They’ll craft rocket ships, glow-in-the-dark constellations, and alien masks, and even simulate moon craters with exciting experiments. From making space-themed slime to designing their own planet mobiles and helmets, every activity is a cosmic adventure! This is the perfect week for your little explorer to imagine, create, and reach for the stars.

Special Feature: Space Travel Dome

Daily Activities

Day 1: Astronaut Training

• Activity 1: Create Your Space Helmet
  Decorate cardboard helmets with foil, paint, and stickers to prepare for “space missions.”
• Activity 2: Astronaut Obstacle Course
  Navigate through tunnels, jump over “craters,” and climb “space ladders” to earn astronaut badges.
• Activity 3: DIY Jetpacks
  Build jetpacks using soda bottles, silver paint, and straps for a fun space adventure accessory.

Day 2: Planets & Stars

• Activity 1: Solar System Mobile
  Craft a hanging mobile with foam planets, string, and a sturdy base.
• Activity 2: Galaxy Jars
  Create sensory jars filled with water, glitter, and glow-in-the-dark stars.
• Activity 3: Star Hunt Adventure
  Go on a scavenger hunt for glow-in-the-dark stars hidden around the room.

Day 3: Space Science Experiments

• Activity 1: Moon Craters Simulation
  Drop different objects into a tray of flour and cocoa powder to observe how craters form.
• Activity 2: Rocket Launch
  Build and launch paper rockets using straws and balloons.
• Activity 3: Galaxy Slime
  Mix glue, glitter, and liquid starch to create sparkly, stretchy space slime.

Day 4: Alien Adventures

• Activity 1: Alien Puppets
  Create alien characters using paper bags, googly eyes, and pipe cleaners.
• Activity 2: Design Your Own Planet
  Paint and decorate foam spheres to create a one-of-a-kind planet.
• Activity 3: Alien Communication Game
  Use made-up “alien languages” and hand gestures to communicate in a fun role-playing activity.

Day 5: Cosmic Celebration

• Activity 1: Space Parade
  Show off their space helmets, jetpacks, and crafts in a fun astronaut parade.
• Activity 2: Starry Night Art
  Paint a glowing night sky on black paper using neon paints and glitter.
• Activity 3: Mission Accomplished Party
  Celebrate the week with space-themed snacks, like “rocket sandwiches” and “star cookies,” while reflecting on their favorite activities.

Take-Home Items

1. Space Helmet
2. DIY Jetpack
3. Solar System Mobile
4. Galaxy Jar
5. Glow-in-the-Dark Stars from the Scavenger Hunt
6. Galaxy Slime
7. Moon Crater Tray Instructions
8. Alien Puppet
9. Custom Planet Craft
10. Starry Night Artwork