Hobbies And Interests
Space Fishing
"Space Fishing Game" is a fun twist on a traditional indoor fishing game. Kids can play this game with just a clean floor or carpet and the online template of various shapes. Children can fish for rocket ships, stars and various UFOs. Begin by printing the template and cutting out the pieces. Next attach the magnet to the string and tie it to the end of the pencil or chopstick. Color the shapes and attach a paper clip to each one. Scatter the shapes in an open area and take turns fishing in outer space with friends. For a variation on this game, laminate your shapes too and go fishing in the bathtub, birdbath or pool.
Planet Pursuit
"Planet Pursuit" is an online game at funschool.kaboose.com that offers a fun twist on learning information about outer space. Kids are tested on trivia related to planets, suns, moons, asteroids, the atmosphere and solar system. Use your keyboard and mouse to maneuver around in space and the space bar to shoot meteors out of the way. Energy cells keep your meter high so you have more time on the planet's surface, shield icons replenish your shield, asteroids try to crash into you. Pick up the little orange ball, which represents the sun, as it helps get asteroids out of your way. Land on the planet, collect the probe and read the planet data in order to be able to descramble the quiz code. When you collect five probes you complete your mission. Keep your eyes open for treacherous weather elements that act as obstacles to prevent you from acquiring probes while on the planets. The game is over when you arrive back on Earth.
Space Faces
In the "Space Faces" board game by Space Toys, kids ages pre-k and up enjoy racing around through the solar system and playing with aliens. Game pieces include a board, various alien faces, a timer and holders for pieces during play. Players go on a space rescue mission to identify stranded galactic travelers by the colors of their "space faces." Aliens are recognized by the color of their eyes, nose, mouth and face. The person with the best attention to detail wins this game. Kids practice and improve their observational skills without even realizing it. The first person to rescue five aliens is the winner.