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Gemma Danks

Gemma Danks

Making sense of star stuff

Poetry, science, and wonder – for curious minds and starlit moments.

Welcome to Pale Blue Marbles – a quiet space to explore the science and poetry of our place in the universe.

Here, you’ll find nature poems, science reflections, and creative resources for children and families who love to ask big questions.

Whether you’re stargazing in the garden, tracing moonlight on the wall, or wondering where life begins – you’re in the right place.

The night is full of wonder.

Recent

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day With Your Child
·1121 words·6 mins
Astrobiology's Marvellous Molecules (#MoleculeMonday)
·464 words·3 mins
#CountdownToMars with Daily Mars Activities for Kids
·1891 words·9 mins
10 Facts about Mars (with 6 activities for curious kids)
·2897 words·14 mins
How big is the Solar System? Big, really big!
·2377 words·12 mins
The evolution of flowers: a floral adventure for curious kids
·3276 words·16 mins