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Challenge 059 · Ages 816

Solar System Model

Create a scaled model.

Primary STEAM area

Science

The Challenge

What will your learner investigate?

Can you create a scaled model. and explain the choices that make your solution effective?

Learning outcomes

  • Investigate the scientific idea at the centre of the project.
  • Make predictions, observations or measurements using an appropriate method.
  • Use evidence to explain findings and identify improvements or further questions.

Connected learning

Science: space and planetary systems; Mathematics: scale, ratio and distance; Art: model making; Geography: Earth in space.

Dream Areas

Astronomyastrophysicsaerospace engineeringspace sciencescience communication