Touring the Solar System

Touring the Solar System
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Subjects:
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Space and Astronomy
Solar System
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Easily organize facts about the solar system with these worksheets. Students will draw every planet and record important facts and figures about them.

*This activity includes Pluto as a planet, even though it is now classified as a dwarf planet. Read more about Pluto's new status at our sister site, Fact Monster.

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Sample the Solar System

Objectives: Students will choose the best approach for their research. Students will critique information found online.

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The Solar System

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Make Your Own Solar Eclipse

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Space Play: Tour of the Solar System

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Scale Model of the Solar System

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