Space
for Kids
Blast off into the universe! Discover the solar system, the thrilling space race, incredible space stations, famous astronomers and the amazing space shuttle.
Space Topics
Dive into five fascinating aspects of space exploration with our age-appropriate educational resources
Solar System
Explore the eight amazing planets that orbit our Sun, from tiny Mercury closest to the Sun all the way out to icy Neptune — plus dwarf planets, asteroids and comets!
Space Race
Discover the incredible rivalry between the USA and Soviet Union as they raced to be first in space — from Sputnik and Yuri Gagarin to the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing.
Space Stations
Learn about the International Space Station where astronauts live and work in orbit, floating in microgravity while conducting experiments 250 miles above Earth.
Astronomers & Scientists
Meet the brilliant minds who helped us understand the cosmos — from Galileo and his telescope to modern scientists studying black holes and distant galaxies.
First Man in Space
Meet Yuri Gagarin, the brave Soviet cosmonaut who became the first human to journey into outer space in 1961, orbiting Earth and paving the way for human space exploration.
First Man on the Moon
Discover Neil Armstrong's historic Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969, when he became the first human to set foot on the lunar surface, fulfilling humanity's age-old dream.
Journey Through the Space Age
Follow the key events that shaped human space exploration from the first satellite to the modern era
Sputnik Launches into Orbit
The Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth. This tiny beeping sphere kicked off the Space Age and stunned the world, sparking the great Space Race between superpowers.
First Human in Space
Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became the first person to travel into space aboard Vostok 1. His single orbit around Earth lasted just 108 minutes but changed history forever.
Moon Landing — Apollo 11
Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the Moon, while Michael Collins orbited above. Armstrong's famous words echoed around the world: "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
First Space Shuttle Flight
NASA's Space Shuttle Columbia made its maiden voyage, becoming the world's first reusable spacecraft. Over 30 years the shuttle fleet flew 135 missions, carrying astronauts and building the ISS.
International Space Station Begins
The first module of the International Space Station was launched into orbit. Since 2000, astronauts from around the world have lived aboard the ISS continuously — that's over 20 years of people living in space!
Incredible Space Facts for Kids
Get ready for some out-of-this-world facts about the universe!
The Giant Planet
Jupiter is so enormous that over 1,300 Earths could fit inside it! Its Great Red Spot is a storm that has been raging for at least 350 years and is bigger than our entire planet.
Speed of Light
Light travels at an incredible 186,000 miles per second! Even at that speed, light from the Sun takes about 8 minutes to reach Earth. Light from the nearest star takes over 4 years.
Footprints on the Moon
The footprints left by Apollo astronauts on the Moon will stay there for millions of years because there is no wind or rain to wash them away. Only 12 people have ever walked on the Moon.
Floating in Space
Astronauts on the ISS see 16 sunrises and sunsets every single day because the station orbits Earth once every 90 minutes at a speed of 17,500 miles per hour!
Galileo's Discovery
When Galileo first looked at Jupiter through his telescope in 1610, he discovered four moons orbiting it. This was the first proof that not everything in space revolves around Earth!
Space Suits
A NASA spacesuit costs around £9 million and weighs about 127 kilograms on Earth! Each suit is like a mini spacecraft, providing oxygen, water, temperature control and protection from tiny meteoroids.
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