World Space Week is a United Nations–declared celebration of space held every year from October 4–10. It’s the largest space event in the world and the perfect opportunity for teachers to spark curiosity in students about science, technology, engineering, and space exploration. Using books about space in your classroom can make learning both fun and educational during this exciting week.
1. Give me some space! by Philip Bunting
Una dreams of a life beyond Earth. Life on our planet feels “so-so,” but she’s determined to explore space. Will Una complete her mission and discover life beyond our planet? And what about feeding Neil, the goldfish?
2. Here We Are – Notes for Living on Planet Earth by Oliver Jeffers
This beautifully illustrated book is a tour of Earth, exploring land, sea, sky, and even our bodies. It celebrates diversity and encourages children to appreciate our planet and each other.
“Here We Are is a tour through the land, the sea, the sky, our bodies; dioramas of our wild diversity….Jeffers is the master of capturing the joy in our difference.” – New York Times Book Review
3. Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal by Nick Seluk
A funny and factual look at the Sun explains its important role: keeping our solar system together, giving Earth day and night, and keeping us warm. This book mixes humour and science, making it a hit with kids who are curious about how the universe works.
4. Smart Kids: Space: For Kids Who Really Love Space! by Roger Priddy
From the Solar System to the Milky Way, Mars to Mercury, and UFOs to the Space Shuttle, this book is a perfect introduction to space for young explorers. It combines facts and fun, making it ideal for budding astronomers.
5. A Hundred Billion Trillion Stars by Seth Fishman
This book helps children understand the vastness of the universe by comparing enormous numbers to real-life examples. It sparks awe and curiosity while making abstract space concepts relatable for young minds.
Related Classroom Resources
- Engaging and Fun Science Experiments for National Science Week 2022 – Hands-on experiments to celebrate science week.
- Spring Classroom Activities | Fun Gardening & Cooking Projects – Seasonal projects to integrate science learning.
- The Wonders of Hatching Eggs in the Kindergarten Classroom – Explore life cycles with hatching eggs.
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