orrery
Seasonal $8

Earth/Moon orbit and rotation around sun $9
(moon phase with light $10)

Planetary Models
Level: Grades: 4 – 8

seasonal changes (in some 2nd grade curriculums) $8
earth,moon/orbit & rotation around sun $9
moon phase orrery with light $10

Each model masters a section of the planetary curriculum. Each model demonstrates the importance of models for grasping big
ideas.

(With curriculum guide.)

Cost: $8-10 per student

Connecticut Core Science Curriculum Framework
5.3
Most objects in the solar system are in regular and predictable motion.

6.3 Variations in the amount of the sun's energy hitting the Earth's surface affect daily and seasonal weather patterns.

8.3 The solar system is composed of planets and other objects that orbit the sun.

   
Natural History
The Eli Whitney Museum  •  915 Whitney Avenue Hamden, CT 06517  •  (203) 777-1833  •  Hours:  Wed-Thu-Fri 12-5   Sat 10-3   Sun 12-5