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The First Moon Landing: Free KS1 History Worksheet
On 20 July 1969, astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon, an event watched by millions of people around the world. This free, printable worksheet helps children aged 6 to 7 talk about the Moon landing as a famous event from the past and recognise Armstrong as a significant individual.
It pairs a friendly colouring picture with a few simple writing tasks, and prints neatly onto a single sheet of A4. Use it at home or in the classroom to support Key Stage 1 history about events beyond living memory and the lives of significant people in the past.
The First Moon Landing
Free History worksheet · Ages 6 to 7
Colour the Moon landing
Colour the picture of the astronaut on the Moon. Use the colour key to help you.
- Colour the astronaut's spacesuit white or light grey
- Colour the Moon's surface grey
- Colour the sky black
- Colour the planet Earth in the sky blue and green
- Colour the flag any colours you like
What do you know?
Answer the questions below. You can use the word bank to help you. Adults can write down the answers for younger children.
Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
In which year did the first Moon landing happen?
What did the astronaut plant on the Moon?
What does an astronaut wear to stay safe in space?
The First Moon Landingowee.worldAnswer key
- Who was the first person to walk on the Moon? — Neil Armstrong
- In which year did the first Moon landing happen? — 1969
- What did the astronaut plant on the Moon? — A flag
- What does an astronaut wear to stay safe in space? — A spacesuit
What happened during the first Moon landing
On 16 July 1969, three American astronauts launched into space aboard a rocket called Saturn V as part of the Apollo 11 mission. Four days later, on 20 July 1969, the lunar landing module, named Eagle, touched down on the Moon's surface. Neil Armstrong stepped out first and became the first human ever to walk on the Moon, followed shortly afterwards by Buzz Aldrin. A third astronaut, Michael Collins, stayed in orbit around the Moon in the command module. The astronauts collected Moon rocks, planted a flag and took photographs before returning safely to Earth. The event was broadcast live and watched by an estimated 600 million people, making it one of the most famous moments in modern history.
Why this matters in KS1 history
The Key Stage 1 history curriculum asks children to learn about events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally, and about the lives of significant individuals who have contributed to national and international achievements. The Moon landing is an ideal example: it happened long before today's children were born, it was a worldwide event, and Neil Armstrong is a clear example of a significant individual. At this age the aim is not to memorise dates and technical detail, but to develop an early sense of the past, to understand that some events are especially important, and to use everyday words and phrases relating to the passing of time, such as 'long ago', 'before' and 'a long time ago'.
How to use this worksheet
Begin by talking about the picture together before any writing or colouring. Ask the child what they can see, who the person might be and where they are. Explain that this really happened a long time ago, before their grown-ups were born, and that the man's name was Neil Armstrong. The colouring task is a calm way in: spacesuits are usually white, the Moon is grey and dusty, the sky is black, and Earth looks blue and green from space. The short writing tasks can be completed independently by confident writers, or used as talking points with an adult scribing for children who are still building their writing stamina. There are no wrong colours for the picture, so encourage children to enjoy it.
Talk about it together
Conversation is one of the most powerful ways to build historical understanding at this age. You might ask: 'How do you think the astronauts felt?', 'What would you take with you to the Moon?' or 'Why do you think people remember this day?' You could compare the Moon with Earth, noticing that there is no air, no water and no life on the Moon, which is why astronauts wear special suits. Famously, as he stepped onto the surface Neil Armstrong said, 'That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.' Sharing that quotation, and talking about what 'a giant leap' might mean, helps children grasp why this event still feels so important today.
Frequently asked questions
When was the first Moon landing?
The first Moon landing took place on 20 July 1969, during the American Apollo 11 space mission. The astronauts had launched from Earth four days earlier, on 16 July 1969.
Who was the first person to walk on the Moon?
Neil Armstrong, an American astronaut, was the first person to walk on the Moon. Buzz Aldrin joined him on the surface shortly afterwards, while Michael Collins orbited above in the command module.
What did Neil Armstrong say on the Moon?
As he stepped onto the Moon's surface, Neil Armstrong said, 'That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.' It is one of the most famous phrases in history and is a lovely talking point for young children.
Is the Moon landing suitable for KS1 history?
Yes. The Moon landing is a popular KS1 choice because it is an event beyond living memory that is significant globally, and Neil Armstrong is a clear example of a significant individual from the past, both of which are named themes in the Key Stage 1 history curriculum.
Is this Moon landing worksheet free to print?
Yes. This worksheet is completely free to download and print. It is designed to fit onto a single A4 page, with a colouring picture and short writing tasks for children aged 6 to 7.
Curriculum links
- KS1 History: pupils should be taught about events beyond living memory that are significant nationally or globally (for example, the first aeroplane flight or events commemorated through festivals or anniversaries) — here, the 1969 Moon landing.
- KS1 History: pupils should be taught about the lives of significant individuals in the past who have contributed to national and international achievements — here, Neil Armstrong.
- KS1 History (aims): develop an awareness of the past, using common words and phrases relating to the passing of time.
- KS1 History (aims): ask and answer questions, choosing and using parts of stories and other sources to show that they know and understand key features of events.
Made by The Owee education team. Updated 02/06/2026. Free to print and share.
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