Polystyrene Solar System Kit Large

Build, paint and assemble your own impressive model of the Solar System with this Porta Craft Large Polystyrene Solar System Kit. Designed as a hands-on science and craft activity, this larger-format kit includes 10 assorted polystyrene balls, two 15cm polystyrene rings and 3 metres of aluminium wire, giving students and young makers everything they need to create a three-dimensional space display.

With polystyrene balls ranging from approximately 2.5cm through to 15cm, the different sizes help create a more visually interesting model representing the Sun and planets. Paint and decorate the individual pieces, assemble the components using the supplied wire and follow the included project instructions to bring your own Solar System display to life.

This DIY solar system model is ideal for school science projects, classroom STEM activities, homeschool learning and educational craft projects. The larger components provide plenty of surface area for painting and decorating, making the finished project particularly effective for classroom presentations, science displays and space-themed learning activities.

Lightweight polystyrene is easy to paint and customise using acrylic paints and other suitable craft materials. Children can explore planet colours, sizes and the structure of the Solar System while completing a practical project that combines science, creativity and hands-on learning.

Teachers, parents and educators can also use the completed model as a visual learning aid when discussing the Solar System, planet names and their order from the Sun. It is a useful activity for schools, homeschool groups, libraries, science clubs, educational workshops and space-themed learning programs.

What's Included

• 1 x 15cm polystyrene ball
• 1 x 10cm polystyrene ball
• 2 x 4cm polystyrene balls
• 3 x 5cm polystyrene balls
• 1 x 7.5cm polystyrene ball
• 1 x 6.5cm polystyrene ball
• 1 x 2.5cm polystyrene ball
• 2 x 15cm polystyrene rings
• 3 metres of 1.6mm aluminium wire
• Solar System project instructions

Great For

• Australian school science projects
• Primary school classroom activities
• Solar System and space-themed lessons
• STEM and STEAM learning activities
• Homeschool science projects
• School displays and science presentations
• Library and museum educational workshops
• Science clubs and community learning programs
• Kids astronomy and space craft activities
• Creating a large three-dimensional Solar System display

Additional Supplies Recommended

• Acrylic paint
• Paint brushes
• Craft glue or hot melt glue gun
• Wire cutters

Features

• Large DIY polystyrene Solar System model kit
• Includes 10 assorted polystyrene balls
• Ball sizes range from approximately 2.5cm to 15cm
• Includes 2 x 15cm polystyrene rings
• Includes 3 metres of 1.6mm aluminium wire
• Solar System project instructions included
• Larger components provide plenty of space for painting and decorating
• Lightweight polystyrene is easy to customise
• Combines science, art and craft in one hands-on project
• Ideal for school, classroom, homeschool and educational activities
• Creates an eye-catching three-dimensional Solar System display

Product Information

• Product: Large Polystyrene Solar System Kit
• Brand: Porta Craft
• Material: Polystyrene and aluminium wire
• Polystyrene Balls: 10 assorted balls
• Ball Sizes: 1 x 15cm, 1 x 10cm, 1 x 7.5cm, 1 x 6.5cm, 3 x 5cm, 2 x 4cm and 1 x 2.5cm
• Polystyrene Rings: 2 x 15cm
• Wire: Approx. 3m x 1.6mm aluminium wire
• Project Type: DIY Solar System model
• Use: School science projects, STEM activities, classroom displays, homeschool learning and educational craft projects

Adult supervision may be required when using wire cutters, hot glue or other tools. Paint, brushes, adhesive and cutting tools are not included.