• Describe the movement of the Earth and other planets relative to the sun in the solar system.
• Science, Year 5, Earth & Space
• Describe the sun, Earth and moon as approximately spherical bodies.
• Science, Year 5, Earth & Space
• Use the idea of the Earth’s rotation to explain day and night and the apparent movement of the sun across the sky.
• Explore planetary movements with a motorised model showing planets orbiting a light-up sun at varying speeds.
• Features a constellation light projector to bring the night sky into your classroom, enhancing astronomy lessons.
• Bring the solar system to life with this detailed motorised model. Featuring an illuminated LED sun at the centre, this educational tool demonstrates the orbits of the eight planets, each moving at its own speed. Ideal for illustrating key concepts discussed in Year 5 science, such as the Earth's rotation, and the spherical shapes of the Earth, sun, and moon.
• Enhance classroom engagement by projecting the constellations onto the ceiling. This feature transforms the teaching environment, allowing children to visualise the night sky indoors.
The model includes an activity guide filled with fascinating solar system facts, supporting in-depth learning and discussion. Designed to encourage curiosity about astronomy and space sciences, this tool needs 4 AA batteries, which are not included.
• Teach children how the planets revolve around the sun
• Project the constellations onto dark walls or ceilings
• Includes an activity guide with interesting solar system facts