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From dreaming of bouncing about in zero-G on the moon to stargazing in the garden at night, space is a constant inspiration to wannabe astronauts of all ages. So it\u2019s hardly a surprise that the first Friday in May has been designated as National Space Day, a day to appreciate all things astronomical and intergalactic. In honour of said National Space Day, we\u2019ve combed the internet to find some of the best gifts for space lovers. So whether you\u2019ve got a budding NASA engineer under your roof, or a starry-eyed space cadet for a best friend, this is the guide for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Space gifts for kids<\/b><\/h2>\n

Prepare a wannabe astronaut for an out-of-this-world birthday (and prepare yourself for some really, really bad space themed puns) with our selection of the best space themed gifts for kids around.<\/span><\/p>\n

Beginner\u2019s telescope<\/b><\/h3>\n

You can spend some serious money on telescopes that can practically see into another universe – but if you\u2019re looking for some great space gifts for a child who is just starting to get interested in the skies above, you can\u2019t go wrong with a beginner\u2019s telescope.<\/span> The Science Museum<\/span><\/a> has a great telescope for kids that\u2019s perfect for giving a budding astronomist a better view of the starry skies above us.<\/span><\/p>\n

Make your own solar system kit<\/b><\/h3>\n

Explore the solar system from the comfort of their bedroom with this make-your-own solar system mobile kit from<\/span> Fred Aldous<\/span><\/a>. Fun to put together and paint, it\u2019s a classic bedroom ornament that will make sure they know the planets better than \u2018the big one with the rings\u2019 or \u2018that red one\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

Personalised book about space<\/b><\/h3>\n

Whether it\u2019s for National Space Day or for a special birthday, these personalised books about space make perfect gifts for space lovers. If your little one is just starting to get interested in the solar system, this book from <\/span>In The Book<\/span><\/a> \u2013 completely personalised with their own name \u2013 is bound to captivate them for hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

Space gifts for adults<\/b><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s not just kids who get all the fun. These space gifts for adults say \u2018you\u2019re a grown-up now, and you need an industrial-strength cup of coffee to function in the morning, but you still love the magic of space, and that\u2019s okay\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

Constellation mug<\/b><\/h3>\n

This gift from<\/span> the Science Museum<\/span><\/a> is perfect for stealthy science lovers. Appearing at first as a surprisingly stylish star-print mug, add a hot drink to reveal 6 of the best-known constellations. Perfect for anyone who spends their days gazing at spreadsheets when they\u2019d rather be gazing at the stars.<\/span><\/p>\n

Planetarium projector<\/b><\/h3>\n

As much as we\u2019d all like to spend our nights out under the stars, gazing up into the heavens, as you get older you have to accept that your bad back\/cold feet\/yelling kids\/busy lifestyle (delete as appropriate) just doesn\u2019t make that possible. That\u2019s where nifty space themed gifts from<\/span> Firebox<\/span><\/a> like this planetarium projector come in. Lie back in your bed, rather than on the cold grass of your garden, switch on this projector, and enjoy the beauty of the night sky.<\/span><\/p>\n

The NASA Archives book<\/b><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re looking for impressive space gifts for adults, you can\u2019t go wrong with this incredible collection from <\/span>Taschen<\/span><\/a>. Known for their definitive guides, The NASA Archives is no exception \u2013 with hundreds of historic photographs, interviews and insights, this collection charts 60 years in space, and is sure to render any space lover speechless.<\/span><\/p>\n

Space cards for National Space Day<\/b><\/h2>\n

Need a card to go with your out-of-this-world space gifts? Wouldn\u2019t you know it, we\u2019ve got <\/span>just <\/span><\/i>the thing. Explore space cards<\/a> from our independent creators, designed with love to make your space loving friends smile.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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