Make Your Mark in Space
Blast off into early mark making with Make Your Mark in Space. This engaging activity encourages children to explore early writing movements through a fun space theme.
Children can experiment with lines, shapes, patterns and different marks. They can explore how their movements create different effects. As they practise, they develop the control and coordination needed for later writing.
The space-themed prompts give children a fun reason to make marks. They also encourage children to talk about the movements they make and describe their ideas.
Support Early Writing Skills
Use this activity to support:
- Early mark making and pre-writing skills
- Fine motor control and hand–eye coordination
- Pencil and tool control
- Lines, shapes and patterns
- Imagination and creative expression
- Confidence with early writing movements
Space-Themed Provision
Use Make Your Mark in Space in your writing area, fine motor provision or as part of a wider space theme. The open-ended format allows children to explore at their own level and create their own marks and designs.
It works well in continuous provision, enhanced provision and adult-led activities.
Ideal for Nursery and Reception
This resource is ideal for Nursery and Reception. Encourage children to make marks, develop control and explore early writing through imaginative space-themed play.
A fun way to make their mark while exploring space! 🚀
