Christmas Gift Guide: Astronomy

Do you have a little astronaut running around your house or a star gazer who pours over astronomy books? 

Are you wondering what to get your little astronomer for Christmas? 

I have some great ideas for you. 

These are some fun gifts that any little space lover will find delightful. 

The Uncle Goose blocks are simple wooden blocks with painted planets, moon phases, or constellations painted on, but they are so much more! There is so much information on them! For anyone who is really interested in space science, it will be a blessing! 

In addition, I have seen little star gazers flip over the inflatable planets. You can hang them from the ceiling or toss them around. Hours of fun will ensue and the whole family will end up wanting to play with the inflatable solar system. 

Finally, you have to have something with a motor. How about a motorized solar system with planets spinning around the sun. 

One of these gifts is sure to be a hit with your little astronaut. They are all available at Amazon. Just click on the link or the photos below to learn more about them and how to order them. 

Oh, and Happy Christmas Shopping! 

Merry Christmas, 
Meredith Curtis

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Uncle Goose Moon Phase Blocks

Uncle Goose Moon Phase Blocks set contains 9 blocks that are painted (not stickers) to show the 8 phases of the moon. Two sides: moon phase and location. The other sides show moon rise and set times, tidal effects, phase illustration, and the moon's location in relation to the sun. The bonus block shows a lunar eclipse. Your astronomy lover will be delighted! 

Beautifully crafted and well made, these blocks are a great addition to your home school or classroom if you don't have an astronomy lover to shop for. 

Learning Resources Giant Inflatable Solar System  

​Learning Resources Giant Inflatable Solar System includes 8 planets, Pluto, the sun, the moon, repair kit, activity guide, and foot pump. We had a blast with these, tying them from the ceiling! 

This is a super fun way to try to figure out the distance from the sun each planet is. We even enjoyed tossing the inflatable balls back and forth before we hung them. 

Educational Insights Geosafari Motorized Solar System Science Kit

Educational Insights Geosafari Motorized Solar System Science Kit is the perfect STEM Christmas toy. This toy is motorized and a delightful way for your little astronomer to explore our galaxy. 

Uncle Goose Planet Blocks

Uncle Goose's Planet Blocks are beautifully crafted and well made. This nine block set includes the eight planets in our solar system and dwarf planet Pluto. 

These blocks are a great addition to your home school or classroom if you don't have an astronomy lover to shop for. 

Uncle Goose Constellation Blocks

Uncle Goose Constellation Blocks includes 16 blocks with 16 star constellations. In addition, on the other sides, you will find constellation symbols, constellation names, hemisphere where it can be seen, and scale of magnitude. If you have a young star gazer, this set will keep him or her happy.