Solar System on a Stick

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Learners build a model of the planets in the solar system. In their model, the planets are spaced in their relative distance from the Sun. Separately, learners make model planets which are in relative size to one another. This solar system model includes Pluto as a planet. When learners set up a free account at Kinetic City, they can answer bonus questions at the end of the activity as a quick assessment. As a larger assessment, learners can complete the Smart Attack game after they've completed several activities.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
Under 5 minutes
Learning Time:
30 to 45 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$1 - $5 per student
Age Range:
Ages 8 - 11
Resource Types:
Activity, Model
Language:
English

Materials List (per student)

  • Construction paper
  • Posterboard, newspaper, or rolled brown paper
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Yardstick
  • String

Keywords

Subjects

  • Earth and Space Science
    • Astronomy
    • Solar System
      • The Planets
  • Mathematics
    • Measurement
      • Units of Measurement

Informal Categories

  • Arts and Crafts
  • Model Building

Audience

To use this activity, learners need to:

  • see
  • read
  • use mouse
  • touch

Learning styles supported:

  • Involves hands-on or lab activities

Other

Components that are part of this resource:

Includes assesments for student learning:

This resource is part of:

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

  • American Association for the Advancement of Science

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, American Association for the Advancement of Science, 2009

Funding Source:

  • National Science Foundation