Astronomy and Space Exploration is an exciting topic to explore in your homeschooling science studies. Kids love to learn about the planets in our solar system, space exploration and scientific discovery. Use these free printable worksheets, activity pages and coloring pages to enrich your homeschool Astronomy and Space Exploration studies.
1. Solar System Printables
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What is the only planet whose English name does not derive from Greek/Roman mythology? Find out by exploring the solar system with these fun printable worksheets and coloring pages.
2. Hubble Telescope Coloring Page
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The Hubble Telescope is one of the largest space telescopes. It was built by NASA and named after Edwin Powell Hubble.
3. Space Shuttle Coloring Page
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On September 17, 1976, NASA introduced the first space shuttle, the Enterprise, at a ceremony in Palmdale, California. After many years of testing, four other shuttles were built: Columbia, Discovery, Atlantis and Challenger.
4. Stealth Bomber Coloring Page
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On November 22, 1988, the first B-2 Sprit Stealth Bomber made its debut when it was rolled out of its hangar in Palmdale, California.
5. Hot Air Balloon Coloring Page
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In 1984, Joe Kittinger became the first person to make a solo crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in a hot air balloon.
6. Martian Invasion Panic Coloring Page
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On October 30, 1938, Orson Wells with the Mercury Players produced a realistic radio dramatization of “War of the Worlds” causing a nationwide panic.
7. Parachute Coloring Page
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On October 22, 1797, Andre-Jacques Garnerin made his first successful parachute jump above Paris.
8. Skywriting Coloring Page
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On November 28, 1922, Captain Cyril Turner (Royal Air Force) gave the first public skywriting exhibition over Times Square as an advertising stunt.
