Solar System/Space Unit

Space is a topic I am very much looking forward to doing with the kids; as their both naturally science minded I have the feeling it is one they are very much going to enjoy! 

Topics included; 

• science
• food
• resources
• making
• sensory
• English & worksheets
• places to go
• places to buy resources

Science:

• Compare planet sizes: http://wildabouthere.com/how-to-compare-planet-sizes-teach-kids/

• Rotate vs Revolve: http://www.teachingspecialthinkers.com/2013/04/solar-system-rotating-and-revolving.html?m=1

• How to make moonrocks: http://thecraftingchicks.com/space-activities-and-printables/

• STEM straw rockets: https://buggyandbuddy.com/straw-rockets-with-free-rocket-template/

• Fizzing Jupiter: http://www.123homeschool4me.com/2015/05/fizzing-jupiter-science-project-for-kids.html?m=1

• Sun in a bottle: http://fumblingthroughparenthood.blogspot.co.uk/2011/07/sun-in-bottle.html?showComment=1311569822861&m=1#c668124889966383480

• Learning phases of the moon: https://www.naturalbeachliving.com/phases-of-the-moon

• Why are there craters on the moon:https://www.icanteachmychild.com/simple-science-experiment-for-kids-why-are-there-craters-on-the-moon/

• 10 Solar experiments for kids: http://www.planetsmarty.com/2015/06/10-fun-solar-experiments-for-kids.html?m=1

• Asteroids, comets and meteoroids freebie: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Asteroids-Comets-and-Meteoroids-Whats-the-Difference-PowerPoint-2096501

• Moon rock collecting station: http://strongstart.blogspot.co.uk/2013/11/rocketship-blastoff.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed:+blogspot/zpPWT+(StrongStart)&m=1

• Lego Sundial: http://www.123homeschool4me.com/2016/03/solar-system-unit-sun30.html?m=1

• What melts in the sun?: http://frugalfun4boys.com/2015/06/11/simple-science-experiment-for-kids-what-melts-in-the-sun/

• Teach your children star constellation tubes: http://bubbablueandme.com/2014/06/teach-children-star-constellations/

• Constellations and astronomy: http://www.literaryhoots.com/2015/05/constellations-astronomy-for-kids.html?m=1

• DIY constellation projector: https://playgroundparkbench.com/printable-constellation-cards/

• DIY telescope: http://www.123homeschool4me.com/2016/05/solar-system-moon-unit.html?m=1

• DIY constellation flashlight: http://www.handmadecharlotte.com/diy-constellation-flashlight-discs/

• DIY solar system mobile: https://www.education.com/worksheet/article/solar-system-mobile/
• https://craftsncoffee.com/2015/04/21/celebrate-national-astronomy-day-and-make-a-solar-system-model/

• Solar system interactive science notebook: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Solar-System-Interactive-Science-Notebook-foldables-2092536

• Free planet sorts: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Solar-System-Activity-Planets-Sorts-3-Freebie-2534317

• Planets position worksheets: http://www.jumpstart.com/common/planet-positions

• Epic bottle rocket:  http://frugalfun4boys.com/2016/04/14/epic-bottle-rocket-flew-higher-2-story-house/

• Space lander mission:  http://www.vivifystem.com/blog/2015/1/14/touchdown-lander

• How to grow crystal stars: http://onelittleproject.com/how-to-make-crystal-stars/

Resources:

• 12 outer space YouTube videos for kids: http://www.primarythemepark.com/2014/02/12-youtube-space-videos-kids/

• 5 awesome solar system apps: http://creeksidelearning.com/educational-apps-solar-system/

• 50 hands on solar syste activities: http://lifeovercs.com/50-hands-solar-system-activities-kids/

• 50 space activities: http://www.giftofcuriosity.com/50-awesome-space-activities-for-kids/

• 10 solar eclipse activities: https://leftbraincraftbrain.com/10-solar-eclipse-activities-for-kids/

• 14 moon activities: http://intheplayroom.co.uk/2014/06/10/moon-activities/

• 12 books about the stars for kids: https://playgroundparkbench.com/books-stars-for-kids/

• Space unit out of this world: http://lifeovercs.com/fun-ideas-solar-system-unit-study/

• 17 super cool space activities: http://adventuresandplay.com/aliens-in-underpants-save-the-world-busy-bag/

Making:

• Puffy paint moon: http://rainydaymum.co.uk/diy-puffy-paint-moon

• Stunning space art: http://www.teachjunkie.com/filing-cabinet/space-art-chalk-planets/

• Collage alien: http://theverybusykindergarten.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/friday-favorite-march-22.html?m=1

• Solar system hat: http://www.primarythemepark.com/2014/04/solar-system-activity-for-kindergarten/

• Kids crafts snow globe: https://www.redtedart.com/kids-crafts-snowglobes/

• Coffee filter solar eclipse: https://www.lookwerelearning.com/coffee-filter-solar-eclipse-craft/

• Make a solar system; lets paint: http://megduerksen.typepad.com/whatever/2011/08/a-galaxy-far-away.html

• Space shuttle classroom display: http://www.twinkl.co.uk/classroom-display-photo/300

• Solar systems mini clay, paper mache and yarn ball: https://hubpages.com/education/Solar-System-Projects-Mini-Clay-Paper-Mache-and-Yarn-Balls

• How to make paper mache planets: http://www.wifeteachermommy.com/how-to-make-paper-mache-planets/

• Alien craft ideas: https://www.momsandmunchkins.ca/2014/02/04/alien-crafts/

• Space station imaginary play: http://lagunapreschoolcurriculum.blogspot.co.uk/search/label/space%20station?m=1

• Planet earth coffee filter: https://www.aboutamom.com/coffee-filter-planet-earth-craft-kids/

• Make a telescope: https://www.highlights.com/parents/crafts/make-telescope?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=Pin&utm_campaign=51016%20telescope

• Gravity process art: http://fun-a-day.com/preschool-art-with-watercolors/

• Space ship crafts: http://fun-a-day.com/space-craft-for-kids-coffee-filter-planets/

• Space shuttle crafts:

• DIY glow in the dark space shuttle crafts: https://artscrackers.com/2015/01/26/glowing-ufo-kids-craft/

• Painting on foil: http://www.messylittlemonster.com/2016/05/painting-foil-kids-art-ideas-van-gogh.html?m=1

• Potato printing aliens: http://mollymoocrafts.com/potato-printing/

• Stained glass earth suncatchers: http://www.craftsonsea.co.uk/stained-glass-earth-suncatchers/

• How to make paper mache planets: https://hubpages.com/art/How-to-make-Paper-Mache-Planets

• Space stones: https://playgroundparkbench.com/space-stones-playing-planets-preschool/

• Mess free earth painting: http://www.playdoughtoplato.com/20-earth-day-activities/

• Galaxy art projects: 

Sensory Play:

• Sensory discovery bags: http://nurturestore.co.uk/sensory-bags-babies-toddlers-beyond

• DIY galaxy bottle: https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/78341/the-galaxy-in-a-bottle

• Glow in the dark solar system: https://playgroundparkbench.com/solar-system-sensory-play/

• Outer space playdough:http://www.fantasticfunandlearning.com/outer-space-play-dough-invitation.html

• Spell a star sensory bin: http://www.mymundaneandmiraculouslife.com/spell-a-star-sensory-bin/

• Space water beads: http://www.3dinosaurs.com/wordpress/index.php/space-water-bead-sensory-bin/

• Anti-gravity galaxy in a bottle: http://onelittleproject.com/galaxy-in-a-bottle/2/

• Puffy planets: https://www.icanteachmychild.com/puffy-planets/

• Painted push lights solar system: http://www.playathomemomllc.com/2012/05/push-light-planets/

• Outer space sensory play: http://www.theottoolbox.com/2015/05/galaxy-and-outer-space-sensory.html?m=1

• Space slime: http://inspirationlaboratories.com/space-slime/

• Create a nebula galaxy jar: https://www.momdot.com/diy-nebula-jar-instructions/

• 33 ideas to explore space through sensory play: http://besttoys4toddlers.com/33-ideas-explore-space-sensory-play/

• Constellation sensory bag: https://playgroundparkbench.com/constellation-sensory-play/

• Mark making moon dust: http://www.learnplayimagine.com/2014/05/erupting-moon-dust-prewriting-activity.html?m=1

• Galaxy playdough: http://theimaginationtree.com/2015/10/galaxy-play-dough-and-space-small-world.html

• Erupting moon dust: http://www.learnplayimagine.com/2014/05/erupting-moon-dust-prewriting-activity.html?m=1

• Moon sand: http://lessonslearntjournal.com/d-i-y-moon-sand-or-cloud-dough/

• Discovery bottle: http://choices4children.blogspot.co.uk/2013/04/discovery-bottle-corn-syrup-and-marbles.html?m=1

• Solar system sensory bottle: http://inspirationlaboratories.com/solar-system-sensory-bottle/

• How to make slime planets: http://theeverydaymomlife.com/kid-experiences/planet-art-project-teaches-about-solar-system/

• Playdough aliens: http://rainydaymum.co.uk/world-space-week-2012-playdough-aliens/

English/worksheets:

• Write a story; if I went to space

• Phonics robot: http://www.familybirdsong.co.uk/2016/01/metal-mike-phonics-blending-game.html?spref=pi&m=1

• Word search: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Our-Solar-System-Word-Search-Puzzle-288
• http://www.thekidzpage.com/colouring_menus/activities/pages/c0083f.htm

• Space printables: http://www.eslprintables.com/vocabulary_worksheets/science/solar_system/index.asp?page=2

• Solar eclipse printables: http://homeschoolgiveaways.com/2017/07/free-printable-solar-eclipse-worksheet-pack/?m

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• Simple planets worksheets: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/simple-planets-worksheet-6057470

• Constellations free mini book: http://www.freehomeschooldeals.com/free-constellations-mini-book/

• Solar system interactive notebook: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/The-Solar-System-Interactive-Notebook-164025

• Planet matching game: https://www.simplefunforkids.com/sun-and-planets-matching-game-printable.html/

• Earth lift the flap printable: http://www.primarythemepark.com/2014/03/earth-lift-flap-template-freebie/

• Free mini book planets: http://www.123homeschool4me.com/2016/03/planets-free-mini-book.html?m=1

• Free printable planets if cards: http://www.survivingateacherssalary.com/free-printable-moon-phases-id-cards-poster/

• Solar system worksheet: https://instantworksheets.net/solar_system_facts/

• If I discovered a planet worksheets:http://deceptivelyeducational.blogspot.co.uk/2011/08/making-undiscovered-planet.html?m=1

• Planet research worksheet: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/FREE-Planet-Research-Worksheet-222661

• Order the planets worksheet: http://www.jumpstart.com/common/order-the-planets-view

Food:

• Carrot stars: https://healthylittlefoodies.com/carrot-stars-only-4-ingredients/

• Earth day cookies: https://tipjunkie.com/earth-day-activities-for-kids/

• Astronaut pudding: https://www.feelslikehomeblog.com/2013/09/how-to-make-astronaut-pudding/

• Eating like astronauts: http://mrskarensclass.blogspot.co.uk/2014/01/out-of-this-world-fun.html?m=1

• Galaxy doughnuts:http://eats.coolmompicks.com/2016/09/05/must-try-summer-recipes/

Shop:

• The Works
• Usbourne books
• The Book people

Places to go:

• Science museum (London)
• National space centre (Leicester)
• World museum (Liverpool)
• Museum of science and industry (Manchester)
• Centre for life
• Royal museums and observatory Greenwich (London) 
• Winchester science centre
• Peter Harrison planetarium (London)
• Space port (Wallasey) 
• Jodrell Bank Observatory (Manchester)
• At-Bristol
• Eureka (Halifax)
• Cambridge science centre
• Kielder observatory
• The observatory science centre (Hailsham)
• Uk astronomy technology centre (Edinburgh)
• Hampstead observatory
• South Downs planetarium and science centre (Chichester)