Flashlight Solar System

We love going outside late at night and observing the stars in the sky.

This Flashlight Solar System experiment is a fun way to do that by bringing your favorite constellations inside!

 

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Flashlight Solar System

Here’s what you need to make this Flashlight Solar System activity:

• Flashlights, 1 per constellation
• Thick needle
• Tape
• Scissors
• Printable Constellation Cards

Cut out the constellation cards and use the needle to poke holes where the stars appear.

Tape each constellation card onto the end of a flashlight. The constellations will shine through when you turn on the light!

Shine your flashlight onto the wall or ceiling to reveal the constellations.

Did you know? There are officially 88 constellations, according to the International Astronomical Union. How cool is that?!

Related Activities

If you liked this activity, you might also enjoy our constellations sewing cards. This Falling Stars Glitter Jar is a fun sensory activity that will keep children entertained for hours.

Print out this free printable Stars and Planet game! This glow in the dark stars sensory bottle is the perfect companion during bedtime.

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