Space Toys For Future Astronauts

It’s true, most children really do love outer space! But why? Space is just one of those naturally appealing topics for children. Simply put, children are inherently curious and drawn to learning everything they can about the world around them, and this includes outer space.

Learning about space is important for many reasons. First, just like learning about nature and wildlife, learning about space helps remind children that they’re a part of something bigger than themselves. Next, studying and exploring space and related concepts can be a greater jumping off point for learning about science, physics, engineering, maths and other vital STEM concepts and skills. These skills will serve children as they progress throughout school and move into their future lives and careers. Finally, learning about space can also teach kids about the importance of venturing into the unknown, thinking creatively and asking questions that begin with, ‘what if…?’

There are many fun and effective ways to help your child learn about space. Books are a wonderful place to start, and there are countless great non-fiction and science fiction books out there to help you and your child begin your space reading journey! Of course, children also learn from playing and doing. STEM sets, puzzles and arts & crafts projects are hands-on ways to encourage your child’s learning. And don’t forget the importance of pretend play! Open-ended space-themed toys can help cultivate your child’s imagination and sense of wonder.

Space-themed toys, puzzles and STEM building kits make excellent gifts for kids who want to be astronauts when they grow up. Look for toys that encourage learning and fun through hands-on play, building and experimenting, pretend-play and reading.

Kids who love space are usually kids who love learning! And this means that they’ll love books, toys and games that will help them feed their appetite for more space knowledge. In particular, you might want to look for space-themed toys that include educational activity booklets, posters and fact sheets. Next stop: a job interview at NASA!

While toddlers might be too young to start grasping the bigger scientific concepts involved in space toys for older kids, they’ll love playing with space-themed toys. Look for space-themed stacking toys, pretend play astronaut figures, play spaceships and other chunky, tactile, colourful toys that will begin to spark your toddler’s interest in the wonderful world of outer space.