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Grade Range
5th - 6th
Rating
4 Stars

Students identify the major bodies of this solar system, as well as apply knowledge gained through previous experiences to the task of understanding the need for colonization of another planet. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
4 Stars

Students are introduced to earth's moon and the eight other planets in our solar system. Also, students explore the geology, composition, and orbits of other planets by planning a trip to another planet. Full Review »

Grade Range
5th
Rating
3 Stars

Students, in groups, draw one of the parts of the solar system. Full Review »

Grade Range
3rd - 5th
Rating
3 Stars

Students create a downsized version of our Solar System by making a set of model playing cards with each planet in proportionate size to the others. Students measure the distance of each planet from the Sun. Full Review »

Grade Range
Kindergarten - 2nd
Rating
2 Stars

Students identify certain bodies of the solar system and their position within the solar system. They develop a functional definition of night and day, the phases of the moon and the concept of orbital rotation. Full Review »

Grade Range
Kindergarten - 2nd
Rating
2 Stars

Students observe/listen/read books on the Solar System. They work on Solar System puzzles and games and watch/discuss video on the Solar System. In addition, they create a poster with all the planets in correct order and size, beginning with the Sun. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
3 Stars

Students engage in a study of the solar system. They conduct research in order to obtain information. The facts are compiled in order to create a presentation. QUestions are included to guide the research and serve as a launching point for classroom discussion. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 8th
Rating
3 Stars

Students are introduced to the nine planets and countless moons of the solar system. Using the internet, they research one of the planets to determine if a manned mission to the planet would be possible. They share their information with the class. Full Review »

Grade Range
3rd
Rating
3 Stars

Students describe the composition of our solar system. They recognize the names of the planets in our solar system and compare and contrast the nine planets that orbit the sun. Full Review »

Grade Range
5th - 6th
Rating
3 Stars

Students use hotlists of Internet websites to research information about and find images of the solar system. They design a three dimensional model of the solar system which they present to classmates and at a science fair. Full Review »