A kit to help young stargazers has been created by a University of Worcester lecturer.

The resource pack, named 'Earth and Beyond', was designed by senior lecturer in Secondary Education Science, Janinne Delorenzo, targeting children aged between three and five.

The initiative was launched at Tudor Grange Primary Academy in Perdiswell and is now being extended to schools across the nation via the Ogden Trust.

Including eight activities with a duration between 45 - 60 minutes each, the interactive material introduces young minds to the Earth, the Moon, and the night sky.

Learners conduct tasks like recognising locations on Google Earth, distinguishing between Earth and our Moon, and questioning complex topics such as lunar landing protocols.

Once activities are successfully completed, certificates and badges are available to congratulate the accomplishments of these budding astronomers.

Designed primarily for classrooms, the pack can also be downloaded for home use, bringing families together for scientific exploration and learning.

Janinne Delorenzo said: "My aim was to create something that everybody can use and that children will enjoy.

"I believe all children have the potential to become scientists, and for them to have a positive experience of it at a young age can really foster a love of the subject."

She explained that each activity is centred on a question, and the child uses practical methods to derive answers.

The response from students and parents alike has been encouraging.

Ms Delorenzo mentioned how some children took activity packs home and even shared stargazing experiences with their grandparents.

The effect has been profound, nurturing an interest in science within young children.

A testimony to this effect has been shared by Lynsey Drake, a Worcester mum, whose son has been utilising the activity pack at school and home.

She noted: "I thought it was a fun and informative way for the kids to engage in science.

"My son showed real enthusiasm, he said it was his favourite subject and he was eager to share his learning with us back at home."

The resource can be accessed via the CREST Awards website for anyone interested.