Do you have a friend or loved-one who is just enamored with all thing space? We've done the research; check out our collection of the best moon gifts you can buy. They will love you to the moon and back!
This telescope gift bundle includes commemorative items celebrating the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's landing on the moon. The FirstScope by Celestron is a great starter telescope, and this particular version is named after astrophotographer Robert Reeves. "To be associated with the FirstScope, an intuitively easy to use the telescope that will introduce a new generation of kids to the delights of Moon, planets, and deep-sky objects brings great joy to my heart… All of them will love the thrill of seeing the unseen and coming face to face with the universe," Reeves shared on a Celestron blog post.
Why We Love It: This portable telescope just needs a sturdy surface and you and the family are ready for easy sky-gazing; some customers have reported viewing Jupiter with its moons, and Saturn with its rings! An Apollo 11 commemorative coin, a custom telescope wrap image of the moon, and a special edition of the book "50 Things to See on the Moon" (Stellar Publishing, 2019) are included in this bundle.
Help loved ones begin the new decade in celestial style with this wall space calendar. It features over 120 space images and comes in a large format.
Why We Love It: Each calendar month page provides information on human spaceflight, planetary exploration, and about structures in the universe. It also features daily moon phases for the year!
This textured lunar replica from AstroReality is a science learning tool and home decoration. At 3-lb (1.3-kg), this moon globe has a solid and sturdy feel in one's hand.
Why We Love It: With the Augmented Reality App, a recipient can learn where the moon's different landmarks are located.
As seen in space!
This Earth-inspired plushie from Celestial Buddies became an internet sensation when SpaceX sent one to the International Space Station on its Crew Dragon spacecraft this year. This lovely stuffed toy stands 6 in tall (2.5 cm) and, judging by the face, is constantly amazed at the universe around it.
Why We Love It: This plushy has been to space! The beady-eyed Earth toy acted as a "zero-g indicator" when it traveled inside the SpaceX Crew Dragon on its way to the International Space Station in March 2019. Celestial Buddies also makes plushies of the moon, the sun, the planets, and even a comet.
This soft blanket from RayDi features Earth's prettiest (and only) natural satellite. This 70 in (1.7 m) wide blanket is great for lunar enthusiasts of all ages.
Why We Love It: The fleece material is lightweight at 1.6 lbs (0.7 kg) and is made for lounging at home, but this gift could also double as a unique picnic blanket.
This 3D-printed, color-changing moon light glows in 16 different colors. The 4.8-inch (12.2 centimeters) orb comes with a wooden stand and a remote control to change the color and the brightness.
Why we love it: You can have your very own blue moon, "blood moon" or any color moon you want — no special celestial circumstances necessary!
This gorgeous Lunar AR notebook from AstroReality is perfect for "lunatics." Inside the shiny, embossed hardcover is an image of the moon goddess Diana, and by downloading the free Astroreality app, you can turn this page into an interactive, augmented-reality experience.
Why we love it: The cover of this notebook is high-quality, feels great, and looks amazing — and it has been used and approved by Space.com staff! The back of the notebook has a pocket for small papers and a list of fun facts about the moon.
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