The Planets – in infant level .
I would begin by asking the children if they know the names of any of the planets and the colour associated with each planet. I would then introduce the planets to the children in order of size, going from largest to smallest or vice versa. I use a mnemonic to help them remember the order of the planets – one being ‘my very educated easy method just speeds up naming planets’. I would then get them to draw the different planets using circles/rings around the sun. An alternative sensory activity is to use play dough (correct colours and sizes needed) and instead of colouring in the planets around the sun they can place the balls of play dough to represent the solar system.
An idea to finish off the activity is by singing the song ‘The Solar System’ to reinforce what was taught that day.