This title explores the features of Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars. Animations illustrate how planets travel in elliptical orbits around the sun. Colorful images taken by satellites and telescopes highlight characteristics of the inner planets. Other terminology includes: solar system, nebular hypothesis, nebula, sun, nuclear fusion, orbit, inertia, and ellipse.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>
Hey your child, you learned about the planet Venus and how it's one of the four inner planets. Planets move around the sun in a curved path called an orbit. We also talked about some big words like solar system and nuclear fusion.
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4 activities you can do with your child now >>>
- After watching the video, you can ask your 4-year-old to draw or paint their favorite planet from the inner planets discussed in the video. - You can take your child to a planetarium or observatory to explore and learn more about the planets, including Venus. - You can set up a sensory bin activity for your child where they can play with different colored sand or rocks to represent the planets and their unique features. - You can read books about space and the solar system to your child, such as "There's No Place Like Space" by Tish Rabe, to reinforce their understanding of the inner planets.
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Pretend play with your child >>>
GAME: Venus Adventure You and your child can explore the features of Venus using colors and shapes. Draw the features of the planet on paper and add colors based on the descriptions from the video. Create a story about a spaceship traveling to Venus and landing on the planet. Use the terminology from the video to make it more fun and educational.
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>
Even in the vast universe, each planet is unique. Just like you, your child. Embrace your individuality and shine bright.
