Solar System Teaching Resources

Moon Phases – Vocabulary Cards

Reinforce science vocabulary with a set of 15 vocabulary cards covering the different phases of the moon and related terms.

Planet Mini-Book Collection

Read and learn about the planets of our solar system with this collection of 8 mini-books.

Planets of Our Solar System – Worksheet

Use this worksheet to review planet order, features and classifications.

Day and Night, Night and Day Worksheet

Compare day and night with this one-page worksheet.

Moon Facts Writing Template

Describe and illustrate information about the moon with a printable writing template.

Phases of the Moon – Journal Project

Observe, describe and record patterns of the lunar cycle with this moon-tracking project.

Rotation and Revolution Bingo

Engage your students with a lively game of bingo while learning about Earth’s rotation and revolution.

Day and Night Mini-Book

Learn about the differences between night and day with this printable mini-book.

Objects in the Sky – Writing Prompts

Describe objects in the sky, such as the clouds, moon and sun, with this set of 8 space science writing prompts.

Celestial Bodies – Earth, Sun and Moon – Teaching Presentation

Learn information about the Earth, sun and moon while comparing the physical characteristics of each with this 22-slide teaching presentation.

All About Stars – Mini-Book

Learn about the stars in the night sky with this printable mini-book designed for year 1 and 2 students.

Night and Day Word Wall

A set of vocabulary words related to night and day.

Snapshots of the Moon – Moon Tracking Booklet

Obverse the moon over the course of the month and chart observations with this moon phases mini-book.

Planet Puzzle Match-Up Activity

Use your knowledge of the solar system to complete 8 different planet puzzles.

Phases of the Moon Class Display

Learn about the phases of this moon with an out-of-this-world classroom display.

Oreo® Moon Phases Worksheet

Explore moon phases with Oreos® in this tasty worksheet.

Moon Phases Tic-Tac-Toe (Small Group)

Identify and remember the different phases of the moon with this small group tic-tac-toe game.

What About Me? Other Regions and Objects of the Solar System

Explore other features in the solar system besides the sun and the planets with this one-page worksheet.

Interplay of the Sun, Earth and Moon Poster

A poster showing the interplay of the Sun, Earth and Moon.

Orbital Period of Planets Poster and Worksheet

Learn about the time it takes each planet to orbit the sun with this poster and cut-and-paste worksheet for your students.

Earth, Sun and Moon – Vocabulary Cards and Puzzles

Reinforce science vocabulary with this set of word wall cards and vocabulary puzzles covering the Earth, sun and moon.

Objects in the Sky – Exit Tickets

Assess understanding of different objects in the sky with this set of 24 exit tickets.

Objects in the Sky – Interactive Peg Cards

Practise identifying different objects in the sky and associated vocabulary terms with this set of 24 interactive clip cards.

Space - Word Wall Vocabulary

Use these space vocabulary words and space terms to unlock the solar system for your elementary students as they learn about space, the solar system, and the world far beyond your school.

Objects in the Sky – Sorting Activity

Determine if statements about different objects in the sky are true or false with this sorting activity.

Objects in the Sky – Vocabulary Cards and Writing Templates

Create a vocabulary and writing center with a word wall and writing templates that cover objects in the sky.

Phases of the Moon – Data Worksheet

Rotation vs. Revolution – Sorting Activity

Determine if examples are due to Earth’s rotation or revolution with this sorting activity.

Phases of the Moon Activity - Task Cards

Review information about the different moon phases with this set of 24 Phases of the Moon Activity task cards.

Moon Phases Mini-Book

Read, learn and complete comprehension exercises while studying the 8 moon phases.

Rotation vs. Revolution – Cut and Paste Worksheet

Demonstrate an understanding of rotation vs. revolution with this cut and paste worksheet.

Rotation vs. Revolution Poster Set

Display information in your classroom about the differences between rotation and revolution with this poster set.