Camp Au Pair – Outer Space

Next week’s Camp Au Pair theme is Outer Space. Crafts, recipes, activities, and games related to outer space can all be found here on the Camp Au Pair – Outer Space pinboard.
  Here is a fun one that combines a science lesson, art, and snack time.
  Field Trips can be a great way for kids to learn and have new experiences. Get permission from your host parents before any outings and be sure to check hours and admission information on the websites before you go. Here are a few places to go, that fit this theme:
    • Air & Space Museum
    • Planetarium
    • Science Center
Webcams – You can do a Google search for websites with webcams that allow you to observe space. Here is one from the International Space Station to get you started. Online Games – NASA has a gallery of free space games for kids. Videos – Look for fun videos on YouTube about outer space. Here are a few to get you started.
The Magic School Bus is a television series that follows Ms. Frizzle and her class as they set off on field trips. Most episodes can be found on YouTube. Here are some episodes that fit this week’s theme.
Movies – Here are some movies that fit the space theme.
  • WALL-E
  • Zathura
  • Monsters vs. Aliens
  • Star Wars
Here are some movies that are PG-13 and may be appropriate for older kids.
  • Hidden Figures
  • The Martian
Books – Stop by your local library and look for books on outer space. You can also find books being read aloud on Youtube.  Me & My Place in Space, There Was an Old Astronaut Who Swallowed the Moon, and Mae Among the Stars are a few fun ones to get you started.   Story Time from Space is a YouTube channel with real astronauts reading children’s books aloud.

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20 thoughts on “Camp Au Pair – Outer Space”

  1. Peter Vargas

    The space theme is especially exciting because it encourages curiosity about the universe and inspires kids to ask questions, experiment, and discover new interests. Thanks for sharing these great ideas and bad time simulator which is interesting.

  2. Bianca Glover

    What a fun concept for Camp Au Pair! I love how you combined space exploration with learning. How do you think the kids responded to the gd outer space themes?

  3. Nancy Gross

    gd builds excitement with each level. In the game gd, challenges increase. Players stay motivated.

  5. Kaitlyn White

    What a fun theme for camp! I remember a space-themed week at my own summer camp, and we built rockets from recycled materials. It sparked such gd creativity!

  6. Ashley M. Williams

    This sounds like such a fun theme! I love how many different resources you’ve included, from crafts to movies. My kids would especially enjoy the Magic School Bus suggestions. What a great way to inspire a future astronaut or even a Snow rider on the moon!

  7. Kimberly Stein

    This sounds like such a fun theme! I love how many different resources you’ve included, from crafts to movies. My kids would especially enjoy the Magic School Bus suggestions. What a great way to inspire a future astronaut or even a Snow rider on the moon!

  8. level devil

    I love how you incorporated the “Outer Space” theme into Camp Au Pair! It really sparks creativity and wonder in kids. Have you noticed any favorite activities that resonate most with them?

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  10. douglassrozek

    This is such a fun theme for the kids! The movie and book suggestions are super helpful. If anyone is looking for more fun entertainment reads and pop culture updates, you can check out BriefLedger. Thanks for sharing these great ideas!

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