How do I make my own solar system mobile?

Cut out and glue together the matching front and back sides of the Sun and 9 planets to make your own Solar System mobile, then follow the instructions below. If you have not done so already, print and cut out the Solar System shapes and glue the matching sides together (Note: the Sun and planets are NOT to scale).

Why should you make your own solar system mobile?

Making your own Solar System mobile is a great opportunity to explore the characteristics of each planet with your child. Credit: NASA/Jet Propulsion Laboratory-Caltech Each body is made from two circular pieces of card that slot together to create a three dimensional shape.

How do you make a mobile planet?

It’s important to use lightweight materials for the planets to ensure that the mobile remains balanced and stable. You can use materials such as foam balls, paper mache, or even balloons to create lightweight planets. Additionally, you can add small weights to the bottom of each planet to help balance them out and prevent them from tipping over.

How to help kids learn about Solar System?

However, concepts can be developed and their understanding can be boosted by helping them build a model of the solar system. The homework stated that Lil p needed to make a Solar system mobile. Sometimes these home projects are more for the parents than for the kid to do.

Is solar system mobile an arts & craft activity?

Although our Solar System mobile is an arts and craft activity, there are many learning opportunities along the way.

Why should I colour and decorate my mobile's planets?

Colouring and decorating your mobile's planets is great chance to learn about the visible surface of every member of the Solar System, using photos in books or our guides below as a reference (click on each of the planets for a guide to that planet). Colour and decorate each of the Solar System planets so they are instantly recognisable.