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Nancy Said:

What is the best way to make a 3D solar system (Earth/moon/sun only) for science project of a 8 year old kid.?

We Answered:

You can use styrofoam balls and paint them the colour of the earth, moon, and sun. You coud tie strings to them and hang them on shish kebab sticks. :)

Bertha Said:

3d solar system grandson 3rd grade.dont no where to start at i no i need foam balls but what else.?

We Answered:

This website may help, not only does it have a picture, but it has step by step:)
http://www.enchantedlearning.com/crafts/…
I would use the foam balls instead of the tag paper. If you need to make it to scale this website might also help:
http://www.exploratorium.edu/ronh/solar_…

Dave Said:

3D solar system computer programs?

We Answered:

Check out a program called 'Starry Night'.
It will allow you to check out the night (or day) sky from virually anywhere on Earth, and has the possibilty to lead you on a virtual tour of the solar system, the Milky Way, and far- off galaxies.
It's cool.

Angel Said:

Where can I buy a 3D solar system for science class?

We Answered:

Try Edmond Scientific on line :

http://scientificsonline.com/category.as…

Hope this helps.

Willie Said:

Best 3D solar system materials out there?

We Answered:

I have done this several times and it is a really great way to get people to understand how big and empty space is. Last time I did it I used a 10 inch basket ball for the Sun and a 1/10 inch pinhead 89 feet away for Earth. To used a 10 inch globe to be Earth the Sun will need to be 91 feet in diameter and almost 2 miles away. 91 feet is the size of the larger hot air balloons I think. If you really want to do that you might seek out some hot air balloon ride companies and arrange a tethered flight on the beach. See the source to calculate the sizes and distances for any scale you like.

David Said:

does any one know whats the name of the store where you can buy sciences project like 3D solar system?

We Answered:

There are hundreds of them available across the 'net...

Here's a search link that will give you a wide range to choose from:
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=sol…

Kit prices range from $9.95 to hundreds of dollars... so, choose your price range and have some fun with it :)

JT

Lance Said:

3D moving planets in the solar system?

We Answered:

http://mistupid.com/astronomy/orbits.htm

if you need help on how-to get that onto your computer, dont be afraid to ask :]