Are you looking for some Space thematic unit ideas to use in your classroom? Create a thematic unit about Space across all the curricular areas.
From literature lists to art projects, have your students explore the theme of Space. Check this list to explore some wonderful Space unit ideas that can be used with this exciting theme
1. Space Themed Literature Lists
A Space thematic unit has so many wonderful choices for literature. You could create a literature-based thematic unit based on one of the numerous Space themed stories. Here are just a few Space books.
Space Literature List
- My First Book of Planets by Bruce Betts
- There’s No Place Like Space by Tish Rabe
- Mousetronaut by Mark Kelly
- Space by Roger Piddy
- Planets by Elizabeth Carney
- Fly Guy Presents Space by Tedd Arnold
- Roaring Rockets by Tony Mitton
- The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System by Joanna Cole
- Look Up! by Nathan Bryon
- Goodnight Spaceman by Michell Robinson
- Space Race by Malorie Blackman
- Toys in Space by Mini Grey
2. Space Language Arts Centers & Activities
There are numerous language arts centers and activities that can be used with a Space thematic unit. From classroom made books to phonic games students will enjoy the variety of centers and activities while learning about Space. Check out this list!
Space Themed Language Arts Centers & Activities
- “All About Space” Classroom Book
- “Space Senses” Student Booklet
- Space Student Story
- Space Graphic Organizers
- Space Beginning, Middle & Ending Story Graphic Organizers
- Space Sequence Story Retelling Graphic Organizers
- Space Beginning Sound Capital & Lowercase Match Games
- Space Make a Short Vowel Word Family Game
- Space Short Vowel Sounds Roll It! Read It! Words & Sentences
- Space Sight Word Match Game
- Space Build a Word Game
- Space Writing Word Bank
3. Space Mathematics Centers and Activities
Let us look at some Space mathematics centers and activities that you could use with your students. These activities could be used by lower elementary students, along with special education students depending on their skill level. Try one of these Space thematic unit math activities with your students!
Space Themed Math Centers & Activities:
- Space Counting Student Booklet
- Space Ten Frame Roll & Cover Game
- Space Number & Number Word Match Game
- Space Counting Games
- Space Number & Ten Frames Matching Game
- Space Roll & Cover Math Games
- Space Addition & Subtractions Facts Clip Game
- Space Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Space Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtractions Sentences with Ten Frames
- Space Build 3-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Space 5 In a Row Math Game Cards: 2 & 3 Addends
- Space Roll & Bump Math Games: 2 & 3 Addends
4. Space Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
The Space theme is a great unit to do investigations in science and social studies. There are several Space activities that you can do with your students that promote learning in these areas. Here are some suggestions for you!
Space Themed Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
- Space Writing Word Bank
- “Space Senses” Student Booklet
- “All About Space” Classroom Book
- Space Story
- Space Venn Diagram Student Page
- Baking Soda Powered Rocket
- Construct a Spinning Solar System
- Starry Night Skittles Experiment
- Planet Reports
- Planet Mapping
5. Space Art & Technology Centers & Activities
Have you ever thought of doing art projects with the Space theme? Students will love to create Space themed art projects along with using technology to work on learning skills in this theme. Look at these ideas for you!
Space Themed Art & Technology Centers & Activities
- Earth Man Paper Plate Art Project
- Space UFO Art Project
- Paper Roll Rockets
- Paper Plate Spiral Solar System
- Marbled Planets Art
- Space Letter & Sound Match BOOM & Task Cards
- Space Counting Google Slides
- Space Build a Word BOOM Cards
- Space Number & Ten Frame Match BOOM & Task Cards
- Space Build a Word Google Slides
In summary, there are many engaging Space thematic unit ideas. You and your children can explore the units with books, centers, and activities. Whatever theme you choose, your students will have a wonderful time discovering the literature and activities you choose.
To read more topics about thematic units check out my blog, “Why Use Thematic Units In Your Classroom or Home School?”
