Solar system scale walk supply list for kids
For a teacher-supervised class modeling relative planet distances outdoors. It covers a walking scale activity, not a planet craft.
What to buy
Schoolyard route approval
1
Measuring wheel
1
Planet marker cards
1 set
Wooden garden stakes
10
Painter's tape
1 roll
Clipboards
1 per group
Solar system distance chart printouts
1 per student
Pencils
1 per student
Reusable water bottles
1 per student
Sun hats
1 per student
Class roster
1
Who this list is for
A teacher-supervised class modeling relative planet distances outdoors can use this solar system scale walk supply list. It is a walking scale activity, not a planet craft.
How to use this list
Get schoolyard route approval before setting up the walk. Use the measuring wheel to mark the selected distances, then place planet marker cards on wooden garden stakes or secure markers with painter's tape where appropriate. Give groups clipboards, solar system distance chart printouts, pencils, water bottles, and sun hats. Keep the class roster with the teacher throughout the route.
Common mistakes
Do not set out the route before approval or place markers where they create a trip hazard. Keep the class together rather than sending groups ahead to find planets on their own. Avoid changing the scale partway through the walk. The marker cards represent relative distances in the activity, not planet size or a craft display.
What is on this list
The list includes one schoolyard route approval, a measuring wheel, a set of planet marker cards, 10 wooden garden stakes, painter's tape, clipboards, solar system distance chart printouts, pencils, reusable water bottles, sun hats, and a class roster. Cross off clipboards, pencils, water bottles, or hats already provided.
Before you go
Confirm the route, count students on the class roster, and check the measuring wheel and marker cards. Print a distance chart for each student and make sure every student has a water bottle and sun hat. Review boundaries, walking pace, and the teacher-led route before heading outside.
FAQ
Who is "Solar system scale walk supply list for kids" for?
A teacher-supervised class modeling relative planet distances outdoors can use this solar system scale walk supply list. It is a walking scale activity, not a planet craft.
How should I use "Solar system scale walk supply list for kids"?
Get schoolyard route approval before setting up the walk. Use the measuring wheel to mark the selected distances, then place planet marker cards on wooden garden stakes or secure markers with painter's tape where appropriate. Give groups clipboards, solar system distance chart printouts, pencils, water bottles, and sun hats. Keep the class roster with the t…
What should I skip or avoid with "Solar system scale walk supply list for kids"?
Do not set out the route before approval or place markers where they create a trip hazard. Keep the class together rather than sending groups ahead to find planets on their own. Avoid changing the scale partway through the walk. The marker cards represent relative distances in the activity, not planet size or a craft display.
What is on the "Solar system scale walk supply list for kids" list?
The list includes one schoolyard route approval, a measuring wheel, a set of planet marker cards, 10 wooden garden stakes, painter's tape, clipboards, solar system distance chart printouts, pencils, reusable water bottles, sun hats, and a class roster. Cross off clipboards, pencils, water bottles, or hats already provided.
What should I do before I go?
Confirm the route, count students on the class roster, and check the measuring wheel and marker cards. Print a distance chart for each student and make sure every student has a water bottle and sun hat. Review boundaries, walking pace, and the teacher-led route before heading outside.
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