Today for mouse into space we are doing an easy straw rocket. The book Mouse in Space (Geronimo Stilton #52) is about outer space. So, if your child is loving the Geronimo Stilton books, your child will love making this easy straw rocket.
If you have a child who loves all things space consider tying it in with Geronimo Stilton Mouse in Space for a mini space unit study.
By now you know that we love the Geronimo Stilton series.
And the series is wonderful for young readers.
They are fantastic for either read aloud or as your child’s independent reading time and are good for lower to upper elementary.
Geronimo Stilton Stories
I think they are great for developing reading fluency and vocabulary in a fun way.
However, they also dive into so many fantastic science and history lessons.
Kids think they are just reading a silly story about a mouse off on adventures.
Before you know your kids are filling their heads with historical facts about Cleopatra, Da Vinci, Genghis Khan, Vikings, and more.
Or maybe they are getting science lessons about dinosaurs, the Australian Outback or of course…outer space.
Also, I’ve included a few ideas to expand your space unit study.
7 Activities for a Homeschool Space Unit Study
- Use watercolors, chalk pastels, or some other unique art medium to draw a rocket and label the parts-nose, fins, body tube, windows, etc.
- Learn How to Make Astronaut Ice Cream
- Make a fun glow in the dark Puffy Paint Moon
- Add a few more books to Geronimo Stilton like Who Was Neil Armstrong or The Mysteries of the Universe.
- Create a space themed sensory bin with black gravel and space themed toys.
Finally, my HUGE Exploring Space and Astronomy Free Unit Study for Multiple Ages
Spend some time talking about the science of what makes rockets work.
National Geographic has a great article on just that.
How to Make an Easy Straw Rocket
This simple and easy straw rocket activity is something that will keep the kids busy flying missions all day.
And you are very likely to already have this stuff on hand so there is no need to run out for special supplies
You will need:
- Two straws, one that fits inside the other
- Colored cardstock
- Tape
- Scissors
- Stickers or markers for decoration
Cut a general rocket shape and two fins out of colorful cardstock.
You can make it any size you like. But the lighter and smaller it is the higher it will fly so keep that in mind.
Flip the rocket and fins over and tape together securely on the back.
Flip your rocket back over and decorate the front with markers or fun stickers.
Here we used little round stickers like you would use for yard sale pricing to make the rockets windows.
Don’t forget to name your rocket. The Geronimo 1 just felt right.
Tear off bits of orange or red cardstock to create flames from the boosters.
Tape them on the back as well if you like to add more detail.
Cut the paper straw so that it is just about 1” longer than your paper rocket.
Then, smash down one end. Tape it off to completely close off the hole on one end.
Next, tape securely to the back. And leave 1” sticking out of the bottom with the opening at the bottom and the taped off end toward the top.
Too, I discovered that a paper straw fits perfectly inside of a Dunkin Doughnuts straw. (You know where we’ve been.)
Now, point your rocket to the sky and put the end of the straw in your mouth and blow. Soon your rocket will take off.
Also, try experimenting with different sizes of rockets, fins, as well as various straw lengths to see what flies the farthest, fastest, straightest, etc.
Finally, you love these other Geronimo Stilton books and crafts:
More Geronimo Stilton Books and Craft Ideas
- The Geronimo Stilton Book Fourth Journey Fun Egypt Game
- Geronimo Stilton Journey Through Time Craft a Fun England Tower Guard
- Mouse in Space Fun Puffy Moon Craft (Glow in the Dark)
- Down and Out Down Under Make a Fun Edible Coral Reef
- Field Trip to Niagara Falls Summary And Fun Corn Craft
- The Journey Through Time #2: Back in Time Colosseum Craft
- The Race Against Time Geronimo Stilton Activities: Fun Edible Spine
- Journey Through Time #2: Back in Time Mayan Craft
- The Curse of The Cheese Pyramid Barbie Mummy
- Who Is Geronimo Stilton Rodent Notebooking Page
- 10 Fun Things You Can Teach Using Geronimo Stilton Books
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