Mars Day
Mars Day
Celebrate Mars Day with books, activities and Quicklinks
About Mars Day
March 18th is Mars Day and we're celebrating the latest Mars landing with activities, books, facts and Quicklinks.
For more about Mars, visit the UK Space Education Office & STEM Learning Mars Day website and discover virtual missions for families and schools.
Scroll down for Usborne books, activity sheets and Quicklinks.
Out of this world space books
Space activity sheets
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Return to EarthWhich route must the astronaut steer her red rocket along to reach Earth?Age: 5-6 yearsDownload
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Space colouringUse coloured pens to match the spots - or choose your own colours.Age: 3-4 yearsDownload
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Spacewalk tangleThe astronaut has forgotten her screwdriver. Which line must Finn follow to take it to her?Age: 5-6 yearsDownload
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What's out in space?Try these activities to find out about some of the things out in space.Age: 5-6 yearsDownload
At Usborne Quicklinks we've selected some of the best Mars websites for you to visit.
Explore Mars with the Curiosity rover, see the latest photos from Perseverance, examine a 3D model of the red planet - or go on a virtual day out to Mars...