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Materials

  • 2 circular cardboard discs, one 25 cm diameter, one 15 cm diameter
  • 1 sturdy cardstock or thin cardboard strip for the pointer, about 18 × 4 cm
  • Printed or hand-drawn planet images, 8 pieces, 3–5 cm diameter
  • Acrylic paints or markers (black, orange, blue, green, red, brown)
  • 1 paper fastener (split pin/brad
  • White gel pen or paint pen for labels
  • Pencil and ruler
  • Scissors
  • Glue stick or craft glue

Instructions

  • Paint the larger cardboard circle black and add scattered white dots to create a starry background.
  • Arrange and glue the planet images evenly around the circle, leaving space for labels beside each one.
  • Write planet names clearly using a white pen, keeping text readable from a distance.
  • Cut the pointer shape from cardstock and label it with simple facts or prompts.
  • Stack the smaller circle and pointer over the center of the large disc.
  • Secure all layers with a paper fastener, making sure the pointer spins smoothly.