05/03/2024
National Space Day is celebrated on
the first Friday in May and was created to inspire all of us in the pursuit of
knowledge and progress of space. There’s so much going on in the universe, it
definitely deserves a day to reflect.
Our Stay Sharp: Space Kit is just right for learning new information about our journeys
into space and to see what life is like on board the International Space
Station. Did you know that during a 24-hour period, the space station completes
16 orbits of Earth and the astronauts on board see 16 sunrises and sunsets every
day? Or that the International Space Station is so enormous that it was
launched in pieces and constructed in orbit? You can learn this and more in the
“Behind the Scenes at the Space Station” book that is included in the kit.
The Space Kit also includes a Space
Mission Matching Game. This game features imagery of the original mission
patches of 20 iconic NASA endeavors and die-cut pieces inspired by the
octagonal shape of the International Space Station. This is a space-themed
matching game like no other.
The kit includes a Solar System
puzzle, where you can learn all about the planets as you piece the puzzle
together. Bonus, assemble the puzzle and watch it glow in the dark. Also
included is the game Qwirkle™. This game is perfect for all ages and is a great
way for all players to hone their spacial recognition, planning, and problem-solving
skills.
All the games included in the kit
can help improve dexterity and intellectual challenges, perfect for dementia,
Alzheimer’s, or people with any form of memory loss. Games can provide the
mental stimulation dementia sufferers need to stay engaged and alert while
enjoying a vigorous memory workout.
Together these combine for ab out of
this world space fun adventure. This kit also works wonderfully for anyone
looking to learn more about space and our space travels.
Grab your Space Kit here!
Written by Nancy Stetzinger, Penworthy's Product Manager