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NASA Space Place

Games, crafts, stories, animations, and activities that make space and Earth science approachable for kids.

Science · Nature & environment · GamesAges 5–14Free🌐 2 languages

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About NASA Space Place

NASA Space Place is a playful science site about Earth, the Sun, the solar system, the universe, and technology. It combines short explanations with games, crafts, videos, activities, a glossary, and downloadable projects.

Age and access

This resource is listed for ages 5–14. It is available as Website, Downloadable and is listed as free. The listed language coverage is English, Spanish.

What stands out

NASA-backed space and Earth science for younger learners
Many ways to learn: play, read, watch, make, and explore
Clear topic navigation makes independent browsing approachable

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How the score is built

Science valueStrong

Connects activities to real NASA science topics.

Hands-on learningStrong

Includes crafts, activities, games, and challenges.

AccessFree

The site and its public activities are free to browse.

Age fitGood

Best for elementary and middle-grade curiosity.

For grown-ups

Parent notes

Some activities require printing, craft materials, or adult help.
Content is educational and free, but adults should select activities that match the child’s reading level.

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