We started our space themed week by making Shapes Rockets. A super easy activity that encompasses learning about shapes, colors and of course space travel! First simply cut out some shapes from different colored paper (or draw them if you have an older kiddo who can cut them out themselves). Start with a large rectangle, then three triangles, two circles and three diamonds. The rectangle will become the body of your rocket – attach two triangles for the wings and one for the top of the rocket. The circles then become your windows and the diamonds on the bottom become the exhaust gas. While most kids know what a rocket…