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Teaching tools > Solar system > Overview: Solar System Trading Cards
Online exploration: Solar System Trading Cards can be used to introduce students to the members of the solar system through images and clues. The students can read about the unique attributes of the various components of the solar system in order to learn about these objects and make comparisons between the members.
For more suggestions about how to use this activity in the classroom, access the lesson plan by clicking on the Teaching Tips button found on the first page of the activity. A science background component (the "All About the Solar System" button) contains information about the solar system that may be used by teachers and students. Other resources (the "Solar System Links" button) include a downloadable set of Solar System Trading Cards, the images used in the activity, and related web sites. Specific information about computer requirements (the "Computer Needs" button) can be found on the first page of the activity. In addition, “How to prepare for an online ‘Amazing Space’ activity” provides tips for setting up and using this activity in the classroom.
Related materials (accessed below) include lithographs, Fast Facts, and a graphic organizer, which may be used for pre-engagement and/or follow-up activities.
Printer-friendly: Solar System Trading Cards
See The Solar system section in "Teaching tools".
The printable images used in the activity are listed in the Grab Bag section, which can be found by clicking on "Solar System Links" on the first page of the activity. In addition, the Solar System Trading Cards are offered as a PDF file that can be downloaded for use in the classroom.
Teaching tools > Solar system > Overview: Solar System Trading Cards