Lessons in this Chapter:
25.1 Introduction to the Solar System
25.2 Inner Planets
25.3 Outer Planets
25.4 Other Objects in the Solar System
Notes
The suggested activity for this chapter is building a model of the solar system. There are many ways you can do this. There are kits you can buy like this one:
Or you can use one of the sites listed under Hands-On Activities to make your own. Browse through them to decide which one you want to make. There is also an activity to map out a scale model of the universe along your street, or even on a roll of toilet paper! If you want something quick and easy, try the paper model under the Arts and Crafts Tab.