Painted Solar System Kit

Construct a three-dimensional solar system model to explore planetary order, relative size, and the structure of our solar system through a hands-on assembly activity.

• Builds a three-dimensional solar system model
• Includes painted Sun and nine planets
• Features Saturn ring components and display base
• Fun facts and assembly instructions included
• Customizable with additional paint details
• Ideal for classroom projects and displays
• Supports NGSS MS-ESS1-3 and 5-ESS1-2

The Painted Solar System Kit provides an engaging, hands-on way for students to investigate the organization of our solar system while constructing a three-dimensional display model. Using pre-painted Smoothfoam® components representing the Sun and the nine traditional planets, students assemble a visual model that reinforces planetary order, relative size, and the structure of the solar system. The completed model serves as both an interactive learning activity and an attractive classroom or science fair display.

The kit includes painted Smoothfoam® spheres, wooden support rods, Saturn ring components, a display base, hanging hardware, and illustrated assembly instructions with educational facts. Students may use the painted components as provided or enhance the model by adding additional paint details to create more realistic planetary features, encouraging creativity while reinforcing scientific observation.

Ideal for astronomy, Earth and space science, and STEM classrooms, this model supports investigations into planetary characteristics, orbital relationships, and the scale of the solar system. The construction process encourages spatial reasoning and scientific communication while providing a durable model that can be displayed long after the activity is complete. Whether used as an introductory astronomy lesson, classroom demonstration, or independent student project, the Painted Solar System Kit offers an engaging way to bring planetary science to life.

Ordering information: Includes painted Smoothfoam® Sun and planet components, wooden rods, Saturn ring components, display base, hanging hardware, and assembly instructions. Some common household tools and supplies (including scissors, wire cutters, adhesive, ruler, and water-based paints) are required for assembly and are sold separately.