Celebrate the anniversary of the lunar landing with these 20 moon crafts for kids! So fun and easy to do – and definitely out of this world.
Fasten your seatbelts and prepare for liftoff, because we’re about to embark on an interstellar crafting journey!
Remember July 20th, 1969? Okay, maybe you don’t personally remember it (unless you have a time machine, in which case, can I borrow it?), but it’s a big deal in history – the day humans first set foot on the moon.
That’s right, the Eagle lunar module landed, and Neil Armstrong took that giant leap for mankind.
Even today, thinking about it is like trying to understand how a magic trick works – mind-boggling but utterly fascinating!
Now, let’s channel that awe and wonder into something creative, shall we? I’ve curated a celestial collection of over 20 moon craft ideas that will send your little astronauts (and you, too!) over the moon.
These cute crafts are a perfect blend of education and imagination, sparking those little minds to think big – like, moon big!
And what better way to learn about the lunar landing than by crafting your own mini moonscape?
As you’re cutting, coloring, and pasting, you can chat about what it must feel like to bounce around in low gravity, or what it’s like to travel 238,900 miles just to land on a big, dusty rock.
It’s a great opportunity to make learning about space fun and hands-on.
Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or just a space enthusiast looking for a fun project, these moon art projects are sure to ignite a love for space in kids and adults alike.
Scroll down to explore these cosmic creations, and don’t forget to share your experiences in the comments! Who knows, maybe you’ll discover a new passion for space exploration along the way.
Moon Crafts
These moon craft ideas for kids are so fun and unique! Celebrate the lunar landing or teach kids all about the solar system with one of these fun activities.
Glowing Moon Tee
Make a glow in the dark t-shirt with an image of the moon using this easy tutorial – all you need is some glowing fabric paint.
Moon Rock Science Experiment
Kids will have a blast making these super cool moon rocks, and then breaking them down afterwards. They only take a few basic ingredients that you may already have in your kitchen.
Moon Phases Watercolor Painting Activity
Moon phases glue resist watercolor painting is an educational and artful activity that the whole family can enjoy together! Glue and paint are the magical ingredients for this tactile way to review moon phases.
Phases Of the Moon Wreath
This moon activity is perfect for teaching children the phases, as well as how the moon rotates around the Earth. Kids will have so much fun assembling this with paper plates and string.
Pom Pom Printed
This painted moon is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers when you want a nice, simple space themed craft! Kate has also added some ideas on how you could adapt it for different ages.
Papier Mache Moon Lamp
You can make a cool lamp out of paper towels! It's true. All you're going to need is a balloon and some basic supplies.
Glowing Moon with Masking Tape
You can make the coolest glowing moon using some construction paper and masking tape! It's really easy, and fun to hang up in a window or on a lamp.
Tin Foil Moon Activity
Moons have craters, and there's no better way to teach that with this cool tin foil activity! This is one of those moon crafts that is perfect for a solar system lesson.
DIY Moon Rocks
This easy recipe takes moon sand and adds a bit more moisture to form it into rocks. They're black with some shiny glitter to simulate the sun reflecting off the surface of the moon.
Paper Mache Wall Hanging
The whole family can participate in making this large moon for the wall! You'd be surprised how easy it is - with paper strips, paste, and paint.
Button Moon Collage
Make a moon button craft to add to your home décor! So easy to put together that even very young children can make this craft.
Paper Phases of the Moon
This is such a fun paper craft that obviously illustrates the phases of the moon! Kids will love this space craft.
Halloween Moon Pouch
These moons are bright and colorful and covered with glitter! They also hold treats or whatever you would like to put in them.
Glowing Moon Phases Mobile
Learning about moon phases is a fun science activity for kids. Try this fun glow in the dark moon phases mobile to go along with a phases of the moon study!
How to Make Moon Dust
What kind of dust is on the surface of the moon? Find out by making this unique recipe! So fun and easy, using ingredients you already have in the kitchen.
Astronaut Photo Craft for Kids
All you need is a paper plate, a few art supplies, and a camera to turn your child into an astronaut! This is such a fun activity, and there are so many ways to personalize it.
DIY Cardboard Rockets
If you want to get to the moon, you're going to need a rocket! Make one with a cardboard mailing tube and some other simple supplies.
Moon Craft Mobile for Kids
Use a styrofoam ball and some cardboard to create a mobile that kids can hang in their room! Wouldn't this moon and stars look awesome with some glow in the dark paint?
Moon Puffy Paint Recipe
Make your own puffy paint - and then turn a paper plate into a moon! This is such a fun and tactile moon activity for kids.
Home Made Moon Sand Recipe
Make some home made moon sand with this easy recipe - such a wonderful sensory play experience for kids! It can be formed and molded, used to make impressions and cut out shapes and makes the best sand castles ever!
Day and Night Craft
Teach children how the moon cycles through the day in its orbit around the earth! This is a fun paper plate activity, and all ages of kids can participate.
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Henry
Saturday 3rd of August 2019
This is creativity at it's peak. I think the kids will find a lot of fun making these. Thank you for sharing.