Solar System Scale Model Lab: Distance from the Sun

How far apart are the planets, really? In this low prep lab, students build a scale model of the solar system and see for themselves that the inner planets sit close to the Sun while the outer planets are spread across huge, mostly empty distances. Takes 1 class period.

Supplies you'll need

Mr. Pen- Wooden Rulers, 12 Inch, 12 Pack, Inches & Centimeters: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G65M76SB?tag=floridascie0d-20

Mr. Pen Retractable Tape Measure 25 ft: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09K4G8NX6?tag=floridascie0d-20