Outer Space

All the Ways to Play:

  1. Astronaut Remote Control Cars:

    Play follow the leader with these duel remote control cars as well as increase visual motor skills by navigating the car through obstacles around the house.
    Functional Language: stop, go, car

  2. Space Shuttle:

    A great toy for space play. You little one can open and close the shuttle’s door, take the astronaut in and out of the shuttle, and engage in open-ended pretend play, too.
    Functional Language: astronaut, shuttle, zoom, fly, blast off, open, close, in, out

  3. Space Sensory Bin:

    Explore different textures through space-themed sensory play! Place space-themed objects into bins of different textures items to work on exposing your little one to different textures, as well as increasing fine motor skills by using tools to remove item from bin.
    Functional Language: space items, scoop, dig, pour, touch, feel, find…

  4. Space Chunky Puzzle:

    Practice matching and completing a puzzle with this space-themed puzzle. Stand the chunky puzzle pieces up to transition to engaging in pretend play after completing the puzzle.
    Functional Language: sun, planets, match, puzzle, in, out, on, off

  5. Projector Flashlight:

    Use the flashlight to project images on the walls or ceiling. Increase fine motor skills by sliding picture reels in and out of the flashlight, then take turns telling each other a story about the image displayed.
    Functional Language: in, out, on, off, “I see…”

  6. Play-Doh Stars & Space Set:

    Play-doh is a great sensory activity for your toddler and older! You can practice opening and closing the Play-Doh lids, then work on squishing, flattening, rolling, and pulling to increase fine motor strength & create different space scenes on the included mat and tools!
    Functional Language: squish, squeeze, roll, pull, crank, stars, alien, space

  7. Duplo Space Shuttle:

    Large lego pieces are perfect for 2 year olds and older to start increasing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and following directions. Model different actions with the astronaut and rocket ship and wait for your little one to imitate you.
    Functional Language: build, stack, together, apart, astronaut, blast off!

  8. Solar System Activity Board:

    Work on hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as you move the planets up, down, and across the board. Great for 3+ years.
    Functional Language: up, down, across, planets, rocket

  9. Astronaut Outfit:

    For the little one who loves adventure and outer space! Talk about spaceships, rockets, planets, stars, and more. To take the role play further, build a fort and pretend it’s a space shuttle. Where will you blast off to next?!
    Functional Language: astronaut, on, off

  10. Outer Space Sticker Book:

    Perfect sit down activity for restaurants or other outings. Practice fine motor skills by peeling and aligning stickers to appropriate places on pictures.
    Functional Language: peel, press, stick

  11. Space Shuttle Pop-Up Tent:

    Ask your little one where they want to fly to as you pretend to take off in your rocket! When you land, pretend you are walking out into the destination they chose and continue engaging in imaginary play together.   
    Functional Language: tent, rocket, blast off, in, out

  12. Space Explorers Building Set:

    Use gears to create a moveable play sculpture. Increase fine motor skills, visual motor skills, and ability to follow directions as your little one constructs their masterpiece. Good for older toddlers 3+.
    Functional Language: build, connect, next, more, gear, spin

How to Set the Play Scene:

You have your space-themed toys and books about them, too - but how do you set them up for play? Our Ways to Play Guides can help with that!

If your little one loves outer space, be sure to check out our dinosaurs, dress up & superheroes pages, too!

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