Solar System Art Gallery

Hello, young artists and astronomers! Today, we’re going to blend art and science by creating our very own Miscellany Manuscript. Get ready to unleash your creativity and showcase the wonders of our cosmic neighborhood!

Introduction to the Solar System

Start by reading about the different components of our solar system with the group. Talk about the sun, planets, moons, asteroids, and comets.

Space Bio: Our Solar System

Introduction to the Miscellany Manuscript

Watch It’s Eclipse Time! to see some of the pages of the Miscellany Manuscript. As you watch the video, list two examples of artwork of our solar system.

Study Images

Look at NASA photographs of the solar system to inspire your artwork. You can use books, posters, or online resources to show the size, color, and features of each planet.

Record Your Research

Write down and/or share the answers to these questions:

• What does your space object look like? Describe its shape, color, and any unique features.
• How big or small is your space object? Is it larger or smaller than Earth?
• What is your space object made of? Is it rocky, icy, or gaseous?
• Does your space object have any special characteristics or interesting facts about it?
• How does your space object move in space? Does it orbit a planet or the sun?
• Share one or two fun facts that you find fascinating about your chosen space object!

Create Your Artwork

Create a colorful and imaginative drawing to share what you found out. Consider how to use lines, shapes, textures, and colors to describe your space object. Remember to include the cool facts you learned!

Optional: Draw on black paper with light-colored pencils, chalk, or pastels. You can even add collage by cutting shapes out of colorful construction paper and gluing them down on your black paper. You can combine collage and drawing to make your space object pop!

Set Up Your Art Gallery

Once everyone has finished their artwork, set up a display area for your Solar System Art Gallery. Hang all the artwork on the classroom walls or arrange them on a bulletin board for everyone to admire.

Gallery Walk

Invite classmates, teachers, and parents to take a gallery walk and admire the artwork. Encourage them to ask questions about each piece and discuss the scientific concepts behind the artwork.

Reflect and Discuss

After the gallery walk, gather as a group to reflect on the experience. Discuss what you learned about the solar system through art and how creativity can enhance our understanding of science.