Toilet paper solar system scale model

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Making a scale model of the solar system

Explore out-of-this-world solar system project ideas for kids and inspire their curiosity about space. Discover hands-on activities and educational projects.

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The distances between our planets are so vast they are almost incomprehensible. Visualize the expansiveness of our “cosmic neighborhood” with a roll of toilet paper!

This afternoon we made a scale model of the solar system using toilet paper. We went right into Hannah's room! We rolled out toilet paper squares according to the chart below

This classroom solar system project was hands-down my favorite science unit of the year so far! This was never part of my standards until now!

Put the planets in your child's hands with this Solar System Planet Model DIY! Give your little astronauts a solar system of their very own.

Fun ways for kids to learn how to compare planet sizes in our solar system. Kids then can understand the size and scale of earth compared to other planets.