Free Printable Letter M Moon Craft for Kids & Teachers
Looking for a fun way to teach the letter M?
This Letter M is for Moon Craft is the perfect hands-on activity for preschool and kindergarten learners!
Whether you’re a teacher planning a nighttime or space-themed alphabet lesson, or a parent creating learning fun at home, your little ones will love cutting, gluing, and decorating their very own moon.
Download the free printable letter M moon template and make learning the alphabet out of this world!
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🌙 Letter M Activities for Preschool and Kindergarten
Make learning the letter M fun with these fun Letter M activities that pair perfectly with your Moon Craft!
Whether you’re teaching in the classroom or at home, these simple ideas help preschool and kindergarten kids build letter recognition, fine motor skills, and creativity while exploring the wonders of space.
1. Read Moon and Space-Themed Books
Pair your craft with a storytime adventure! Reading helps kids connect the letter M with new words and exciting ideas.
Here are a few favorite moon and space-themed books to share:
- Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me by Eric Carle
- Kitten’s First Full Moon by Kevin Henkes
- The Moon Book by Gail Gibbons
- There’s No Place Like Space! by Tish Rabe
Encourage kids to listen for words that start with the letter M while you read.
2. Learn Fun Moon Facts
Turn your Letter M Moon Craft into a mini science lesson!
Talk about how the moon reflects the sun’s light, changes shapes (phases), and helps control the ocean tides.
You can even have kids use white paint and sponges to create crater textures on their moon craft!
3. Decorate the Classroom or Alphabet Wall
Once your students finish their moon crafts, display them on your alphabet wall or classroom bulletin board labeled “M is for Moon.”
Add stars, rockets, and planets to turn your wall into a sparkling night sky scene.
Parents can hang their child’s moon craft at home as part of their growing alphabet collection.
4. Letter of the Week: M Is for Moon
If you’re focusing on a Letter of the Week theme, this craft is a shining fit!
Pair it with other M-themed ideas like M is for Mouse, M is for Monster, or M is for Muffin.
Include alphabet tracing worksheets, moon songs, or glow-in-the-dark sensory bins for an entire day of space-themed learning fun.

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✂️ Letter M Craft Supplies Needed
Before you start this fun alphabet activity, gather a few simple supplies to make crafting easy for your little learners.
These materials are perfect for both classroom and home use!
You’ll need:
- Colored Cardstock or Construction Paper
- White Cardstock Paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Colored Pencils, Markers or Crayons
- Printable Letter M Moon Template (found at the bottom of this post)
Once your supplies are ready, it’s time to create your own Letter M Moon Craft!
🌙 Letter M Craft Instructions

1) Print the Template
Download and print the free printable Letter M Moon Craft template on white cardstock paper.
The thicker paper helps your moon hold its shape — perfect for classroom displays or alphabet binders!

2) Color Your Moon
Encourage your kids to color their moon gray, silver, or even rainbow!
Add craters using dots, cotton swabs, or sponges dipped in paint to make it look extra realistic.

3) Cut Out the Pieces
Carefully cut along the outlines of the moon craft pieces.
Parents and teachers can assist younger kids as they practice safe scissor skills and improve hand–eye coordination.
4) Assemble the Moon
Use glue to attach the moon and star details to the Letter M base.
Watch as your letter transforms into a shining moon ready to brighten your alphabet wall!

5) Display and Celebrate
Your Letter M Moon Craft is complete!
Display it on your alphabet wall, bulletin board, or fridge at home for a fun reminder of your child’s learning progress.
🧩 Bonus Ideas
- Print the blank version and trace the pieces onto colored paper for a sturdier craft.
- Use the color version for a quick, no-prep activity.
- Try the black-and-white version as a coloring page before cutting and gluing.

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📥 Free Printable Letter M Moon Template
Make alphabet learning shine with this free printable Letter M Moon Craft!
Inside the download, you’ll find two fun versions that are perfect for both classroom and home use:
- 🖍 Black & White Template – great for coloring, tracing, and customizing
- 🎨 Full-Color Template – ready to cut and assemble for a quick, no-prep activity
Both versions help preschool and kindergarten kids strengthen fine motor skills, letter recognition, and creativity while learning the letter M in a fun, space-themed way.
Fill out the form below to download your Letter M Moon Template and start crafting today!

🌟 Share Your Alphabet Creations!
We’d love to see how your little learners’ moon crafts turned out!
Share your finished Letter M Moon Craft on the Simple Mom Project Facebook Page or tag us on Pinterest.
If your kids loved this craft, check out more alphabet fun with the Letter K Kangaroo, Letter L Leaf, and Letter N Narwhal crafts — perfect for your preschool alphabet collection!

Kaitlen D.
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