Blast off with fun and creative outer space coloring sheets.
Ready to blast off? We have curated a stellar collection of free outer space coloring pages for your little astronauts. Whether you need simple planets for toddlers or detailed rocket ships for older kids, there is something here for every skill level. Grab your crayons, print your favorites, and get ready for an intergalactic art adventure.
Earth from Afar
Check out this stunning view of Earth. It floats peacefully against the vast, dark void of space.
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Activities to Do With Outer Space Coloring Pages
Don’t let the fun stop once the coloring is done. You can use these pages to spark creativity, learn about science, or decorate your home. Here are a few ways to extend the space adventure.
Create a Bedroom Planetarium
Turn your child’s ceiling into a galaxy. After coloring the planets and stars, cut them out carefully. Use painter’s tape or sticky tack to attach them to the ceiling or walls. You can even arrange them in the correct order from the sun to create a solar system map right over their bed.
Glow-in-the-Dark Galaxy
Make the artwork shine at night. Use glow-in-the-dark puffy paint or markers to outline the stars and planets on the coloring pages. Once the paint dries, hold the page up to a light bulb for a minute, then turn off the lights to watch the universe glow.
Space Fact Scavenger Hunt
Turn coloring into a learning game. Before they start coloring, write a fun space fact on the back of each page. For example, “Jupiter is the biggest planet” or “Mars is red because of rust.” Hide the pages around the house and have your kids find them. Once they find a page, read the fact together before they color it.
Design a Comic Book
Use the action scenes, like the rocket launches or the alien encounters, to tell a story. Have your child color several pages and staple them together to form a book. They can write dialogue bubbles for the astronauts and aliens to create their own intergalactic comic strip.
DIY Space Helmet
If you have a large paper grocery bag or a cardboard box, you can glue cut-outs from the coloring pages onto it to decorate a DIY helmet. Cut out the planets, rockets, and comets, and paste them all over the “helmet.” It makes for a fun, custom accessory for pretend play.
Intergalactic Greeting Cards
Print the coloring pages at half size or quarter size. Once colored, cut them out and glue them onto folded cardstock. These make perfect birthday cards for friends who love science, or “Thank You” cards with a stellar theme.
FAQs
What Paper Is Best for Coloring Pages?
Standard printer paper works well for crayons and colored pencils. However, if your child prefers markers or watercolors, we recommend using cardstock. Thicker paper prevents the ink from bleeding through and warping the page.
Are These Coloring Pages Scientifically Accurate?
Many of our pages, such as the solar system maps and planet surfaces, are based on real celestial bodies to help kids learn. Others, like the cute aliens, are purely for imagination and fun.
How Can I Flatten Curled Pages?
If your printer paper curls after coloring, place the finished artwork under a heavy book for a day or two. If you used paint, make sure the page is completely dry before pressing it flat.
Can I Resize These Images for Printing?
Yes. You can adjust the scale in your printer settings dialogue box before printing. Select “Scale to Fit” or enter a specific percentage if you want smaller images for crafts or cards.
What Are the Benefits of Coloring for Kids?
Coloring helps improve fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and focus. Coloring space-themed pages also sparks curiosity about science, astronomy, and the universe.
