Recommended Age: 9-11 years (4th grade - 6th grade)
This hands-on science kit allows students to explore the solar system through engaging experiments like simulating seasonal changes, calculating planetary gravity, and creating moon phase models. All activities are based on national science standards. Includes a comprehensive guide with reproducibles and extension ideas to support deeper learning about astronomy and space science.
Contents:
- Activity guide
- Chart
- 8 experiment cards
- 18 feet of string
- Flashlight
- Crater marble
- Earth-Moon model
- 25 vocabulary cards
- Solar System flip book
- Plastic crater dish
- Phases of the Moon slider
- Earth ball
- Moon ball
- 6 planet balls
- Sand (8 oz)
- Storage tub