We've gone through many phases in our house. There was a maze phase. A traffic light phase. A Roman numerals phase.
Then there are the interests and passions that come and go...
For my oldest son, who's hyperlexic, space is one of those come and go interests. One day he's absolutely fascinated by all things space related and the next, it's like meh, not interested.
Actually, for many hyperlexic and autistic children, outer space is a common special interest or passion. In fact, it's one of the most common interests for hyperlexic kids (see #7 on this list). After letters and numbers, of course.
So, if your child is currently into all things outer space, then you're in the right spot. These planet crafts for kids are awesome and, as cliche as it sounds, they are out of this world!
This post was updated on May 31, 2024. New ideas were added, dead/broken links were removed, and descriptions were included to make it even easier for you to find a planet craft or two.
The Best Planet Crafts for Kids
Below you'll find tons of awesome planet crafts for all ages and skill levels. There's really something for everyone on this list.
Some of these crafts and art projects use materials like yarn or modeling clay, while others use tissue paper or paint. You'll even find some DIY planet necklaces and jewelry that you can wear - how fun!
Anyway, here are some of the planet craft ideas that you should check out:
1. Yarn Wrapped Planets Craft (pictured in the collage and below) - All you need to recreate the entire solar system is some cardboard and yarn. These planets are great for building fine motor skills.
2. Black Glue Galaxy Planets Craft from I Heart Crafty Things (pictured) - I love the contrast between the black glue and the paint in this fun art project.
3. Space Stained Glass Planet Suncatchers from Adventure in a Box - These planet suncatchers are gorgeous!
4. Coffee Filter Planet Suncatchers Craft from Fun-A-Day! - Have some coffee filters on hand? Then give this craft idea a try. They look so pretty hanging up on a window.
5. Colorful Tea Light Planets from Journey into Creativity - Here's a really neat idea using tea lights that make the planets glow. The end result is seriously stunning.
6. Puffy Planets Art from I Can Teach my Child - Making puffy paint is so much fun to begin with. You can use it to create your own planets or solar system.
7. DIY Solar System Necklace from Ashley Hackshaw aka Lil Blue Boo - How about a little craft project you can wear? Why not! The finished necklace is really cool.
8. 3D Paper Planets Mobile Craft from Easy Peasy and Fun - Simply print, cut, and assemble to make your own mobile of the solar system.
9. Marbled Planets from I Heart Crafty Things - Here's a great little process art project using the classic shaving cream marbling technique.
10. DIY Outer Space Clay Planet Jewelry from Pink Stripey Socks - Here's another great jewelry craft to try (or you could make them into ornaments). This craft uses modeling clay.
11. Classic Paper Mache Planets Craft from Red Ted Art - Ah, nothing beats a good old classic paper mache craft, don't you think? Why not make some planets?
12. Torn Paper Planets from 3 Dinosaurs - A craft like this makes me reminisce about doing collages in elementary school...besides what small child doesn't enjoy ripping paper?
13. Solar System Suncatchers from Someone's Mum - I like how this particular craft uses laminating pouches. Doing so will make these suncatchers very durable.
14. Watercolor Planets Art from Rainy Day Mum - Kids will love creating their own unique planets with this simple art project.
15. Fingerprint Solar System Craft from Darcy Brian - Create your own tiny solar system using your fingerprints as little planets. The end result is so cute.
16. Salt Dough Planet Necklace from Kitchen Counter Chronicles - One more necklace craft to try out. This one is specifically of planet Earth, but you could make any planet you wish.
17. 3D Paper Planets from Babble Dabble Do - Here's a really neat art project to try using colored paper. Kids can build their own unique 3D planet.
18. Melted Crayon Solar System Suncatchers from Tell Love and Party (pictured) - Do you remember doing melted crayon and wax paper crafts as a child too? I know I do! You can use this technique to make really pretty planets to hang up in your windows.
19. Tissue Paper Planet Suncatcher Craft from Preschool Play and Learn - We've done our fair share of tissue paper suncatchers over the year, but I've never done one using a laminator pouch before. We usually use contact paper, but I love the idea of laminating them though! This one focuses on making planet Earth, but feel free to make whatever planet you want.
20. Tissue Paper Planet Craft for Preschoolers & Toddlers from Darcy Brian - Similar to the idea above, but on paper instead of making it transparent. Again, the focus is an Earth craft, but you can use it to make any planet you'd like.
There are so many fun ideas on this list with projects that are great for kids of all ages, from toddlers and preschoolers and up. Which of these planet crafts for kids are you going to try?
