You will need styrofoam balls in the following sizes.
Diy solar system model project.
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Both my daughters made this model of the solar system and both times their teacher asked to keep the model in class for a few weeks so the kids would be able to use it learning about the planets at school.
It is best to have everything laid out in front of you as you are doing this project.
There are eight known planets orbiting our sun including earth.
Collect the materials needed to construct the planets.
Solar system for kids.
5 4 3 2 5 2 1 5 and 1 25 inches.
Making a model is a fun introduction to this solar system and a good art project for primary school science classes.
Learn how to make an easy 3d solar system model for your child s room with these easy to follow directions.
It is very hands on as the kids can place the planets on the correct paths and move them around.
This detailed example can take a few hours to make but most of that involves waiting for paint or clay to dry.
You could teach your child all about the solar sy.