space day Word Search 2rd 3th 4th 5th Grade worksheet activity

Start the lesson off by doing this Space Day Word Search for learning. This engaging and low-preparation printable worksheet will get students working with space-themed vocabulary (planets, stars, astronauts, rockets, etc.), while working on their spelling, scanning, and word recognition skills too.

Purpose:

This assignment gives students opportunities to:

1. Learn/refresh vocabulary specific to space.

2. Work on spelling, attention to detail, and word recognition.

3. Spark their curiosity, interests, and inquiries about science, astronomy, space, and space travel.

4. Focus and critical thinking.

Order of Events/ Steps:

1. Pass out the Space Day Word Search printable worksheet.

2. Go over the listed words, including any unfamiliar vocabulary (celestial bodies, space missions, etc…) to build background knowledge.

3. Students will search through the word search and circle or highlight the words.

4. Discuss the meanings of the words and where they fit into the world around us.

5. Use the answer key to come up with definitive answers after the word search.

Grades or Age:

This Space Day Word Search is appropriate for grades 2-5.

Ways to implement:

This is an awesome activity to use for independent work, science centers, early finisher work, substitute plans, or partner work. It could also be included in a whole group discussion about science and astronomy or other.✅ Work for easy checking by students & teachers.

How to Use:

Time challenge - See if they can find all of the words first.

Partner puzzle - Do the puzzle with a partner.

Vocabulary Extension - Write fun facts about planets (or astronauts, etc).

Create your own - Have students create their own word search about space.

Standards:

Substitutes CCSS/ELA vocabulary development, NGSS science skills like observing, classifying and exploring space 🌌 📘.

File Types & Pages:

PDF only.

Color & black & white.

Answer key for check.

Ink friendly printable.

A Note to Teachers:

Let Space Day be an adventure - literacy, STEM learning and fun all wrapped into an exciting class activity with this Space Day Word Search🚀🌟🪐.