How To Get Kids Excited About ASTRONOMY—Without Screens
We all know kids love screens—TVs, tablets, phones, video games. But when it comes to space, there’s a whole universe of ways to spark curiosity without being glued to a little rectangle.
(And yes… we’ll admit it—Galaxy on the Go is technically a screen too… but it’s a giant, mind-blowing, 360-degree screen that surrounds you with stars, planets, and galaxies. We think that’s different!)
Here are five screen-free (or at least screen-light) ways to help kids fall in love with outer space:
1. Go Outside and Look Up 🌙✨
It sounds simple, but most kids rarely just look at the sky. Head outside at night and see what you can spot together—stars, the Moon, even planets like Venus or Jupiter if you’re lucky! No telescope? No problem. The naked eye works just fine to spark wonder.
2. Tell Stories About the Stars 🌟
Before science explained everything, people made up amazing stories about the stars and planets. Share some old myths or make up your own constellations and stories. Kids love creativity—and storytelling helps them see space in a whole new way.
3. Build a Model of the Solar System 🪐
Grab some craft supplies and create your own solar system. You can use paper, string, balls, or whatever you have around the house. Building something hands-on helps kids imagine the size, shape, and movement of planets in a way that sticks.
4. Watch the Moon Change 🌔
Start a Moon Journal for a month. Each night, draw or write down what the Moon looks like. Is it full? A crescent? Disappearing? Kids start to notice patterns, learn the phases of the Moon, and feel connected to the rhythms of the sky—all without a single app.
5. Visit a Planetarium (Like Ours!) 🚀
Okay, we said “without screens”… but we think a portable, 360-degree planetarium that transforms your school, library, or gym into outer space doesn’t really count as screen time. It’s immersive, interactive, and unforgettable—and best of all, it leaves kids full of curiosity and excitement to learn more.
The Big Idea: Wonder > Wi-Fi
Space is amazing, and kids naturally love it—sometimes we just need to give them a little nudge to look up instead of down. Whether you’re telling stories, building models, or exploring the stars inside our dome, the magic of the universe is right there waiting.
👉 Book Galaxy on the Go and bring a cosmic adventure to your school, library, or event. No passwords required—just wonder.