Make a solar system DIY activity

How big is space—and where do we fit in?

In this hands-on activity, students build their own scale model of the solar system, exploring the vast distances between planets and their relative sizes. Whether indoors with string and beads or outdoors with chalk and cones, learners can calculate, measure, and visualise the structure of our solar system.

This resource helps students:

  •  Understand planetary size and distance using scale
  • Apply measurement and calculation skills
  • Bring space science to life through creative modelling

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