👽 Alien

The Alien is a favorite imaginative character found in outer space and science-fiction stories.

✨ Where the Story Comes From

For hundreds of years, people have looked at the night sky and wondered if anyone else was out there. Stories about visitors from other worlds became very popular about 130 years ago, after the book The War of the Worlds by H. G. Wells. Since then, writers and filmmakers have imagined aliens of every shape: friendly, funny, scary or wise.

📖 In Books, Films and Celebrations

Famous story aliens include E.T., who just wants to phone home, and Stitch from Lilo and Stitch. Real scientists are searching for signs of life too, by sending robot rovers to Mars and listening for radio signals from space, but so far no one has found any aliens.

🏫 Classroom Activity

Have children draw their own alien character, imagining what colors, eyes, and features it might have, then share their drawings and stories with the class.

🏠 Homeschool Activity

Look at pictures of the night sky together and talk about how real scientists explore space to learn more about our universe.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Are aliens real?

No one has proven real aliens exist, but scientists study space to find out more.

What do storybook aliens usually look like?

Often big eyes, green skin, or antennas, though every artist imagines them differently.

Where do aliens come from in stories?

Faraway planets and stars out in outer space.

Why do people love alien stories?

They let us imagine life beyond Earth, sparking curiosity and creativity.

What activities help kids learn about aliens?

Drawing your own alien, making up an adventure story, learning space facts, or coloring a printable worksheet.

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