These simple spinning tops are a fun craft for kids to make, and you probably have all of the materials on hand at home! A few weeks ago, we went to our local science museum, and they had penny tops in the gift shop. They were made out of wooden disks and a penny, and […]

When we learned about our solar system yesterday, I had the kids make their own planets. I cut big circles out of paper and the kids marble painted them. I also cut out oval rings, because let's be honest, otherwise it would just look like a circle. When the paint was dry, I added the rings and displayed the planets in our dramatic play area. I like how the marble painting makes it look like swirling gases and clouds. Some kids wanted me to hang up their planet like Uranus, where the rings…

How to make a Saturn Model

OPT Professional Services is the world leader in educational and scientific telescopes and cameras for observatory use and advanced astrophotography.

Saturn is the ringed planet in our solar system, a gas giant with rings made of ice and dust. Let's make a cool scale model with an old CD and some glitter!

Saturn and Stars Button Art Pink Geeky Room by PaintedWithButtons

Saturn cupcakes. My son did a project about Saturn, and we thought these would make a great visual! Saturn is formed by stretching a peach ring candy around a large gumball. They were a big hit!

A destination for the avid collector and weekend hobbyist alike, Our Pastimes features articles and tips about your favorite cards & games, hobbies and more.