Solar System & Planets Pack

In the Solar System & Planets Pack you will find multiple resources. It is not necessary for you to use all of them to do a complete study on the Solar System & Planets. The number of resources merely give you ample options to choose what fits the best for your students. Use the descriptions below to give you an idea of how you could use them in your classroom/homeschool.

Solar System Editable PowerPoint:

The editable 24-slide Solar System presentation gives solid yet general notes on our solar system. It defines geocentric and heliocentric models and explains why the planets orbit the sun. The slideshow also explains where our solar system is within the universe. It gives a general overview of each planet denoting the differences of inner planets and outer planets. This presentation is an excellent introduction to any solar system unit.

Solar System Guided Notes:

These fill-in-the-blank notes coincide perfectly with the Solar System PowerPoint.

Solar System Poster:

This simple poster illustrates the elliptical orbits of the planets around the sun, defines what the solar system is, and lists out the order of the planets. For clarification, the planets are not to scale.

Solar System Reference Sheets:

Sometimes you just need a reference sheet to hand out to your class. These also make great coloring sheets for your preschoolers who want to participate in family learning. Our Solar System Reference sheets are also ideal for older students who need a doodle sheet!

Solar System Cards:

These Colored Solar System Cards can be used in a variety of ways. Use them to practice putting the planets in order from Mercury to Neptune or attach them to a homemade mobile using a paper plate or hanger. The Solar System Cards would also be effective to use in a lapbook. Be creative! I advise you to print these on cardstock and then cut them into cards. For added durability, laminate them also.

Solar System Fact Cards:

You never know exactly what you might need for your class to run smoothly. Try these black and white Solar System Fact Cards. These are effective in a lapbook or print them and staple them into a booklet. Great activity booklet for younger kiddos!

Solar System Note Sheets:

The Planet Notes Table is a simple organizational tool for students to use when gathering general notes about the planets. You can choose between a basic table or one with colored planets. Use this note taking sheet during a video, viewing the slideshow, or reading a book.

Planet Research Sheets:

There are two research sheets with bonus writing essay sheets. The graphic organizer will assist your student in organizing their information. It also guides them to pertinent information. One step that many students want to skip in the writing process is brainstorming. This graphic organizer encourages pupils to write their findings in an organized fashion, making it easier for them to pull from when it comes time to write.

Earth Comparison Project:

In this project, students work to compare our home planet to another one. The student fills out two planet data sheets: Earth and another planet. After filling out the two data sheets, students are then asked to complete the Venn Diagram. Next, students write a paper comparing the two planets pointing out their similarities and differences. They are to illustrate the two planets also. Some students really shine within the different elements of the project.

Printable Solar System Mobile:

The Solar System Mobile was created to accommodate a large multi-age co-op class. While viewing the Solar System slideshow featured above, our science co-op colored, cut, glued, and constructed a paper mobile. Though this mobile is not a typical mobile with moving pieces, it does feature hanging planets and two sides. To read more about how we created our Solar System Mobile, check it out here! 

Solar System Cut & Paste Worksheet:

I am always looking for new ways to review information. This cut and paste activity sheet allows your student to review the order of the planets from the sun. My kids loved this one as it allowed 4 of my kids to work together while watching an educational video. To read more about how we used this worksheet, read here.

Solar System Cut-Outs:

Use these pieces to create a hanger mobile of the solar system. Use the second sheet to create a cover over the hanger. Read more about it here.

Solar System & Planets Pack Assessments

There are two small assessments to check your student’s knowledge of learned information. The first is called, “Name that Planet.” It focuses on matching planets to descriptions. Next, there is a Solar System Quiz with 15 questions. Students are to match the term with the correct descriptions. Answer Keys are included.

If you have any questions about the Solar System & Planets Pack, please ask before purchasing. You will receive a zip file with one PowerPoint presentation and multiple PDF files. Thanks for looking! To see more of our products, check out our shop or store!