Explore the solar system with this large Montessori solar system board. Features 3D wooden planets, cosmic education material, and hands-on astronomy learning.
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Product Description
The Montessori Solar System Board is a premium wooden material designed to introduce cosmic education and planetary order through tactile, three-dimensional learning. Aligned with Montessori Cultural curriculum, this large 55 cm model features vividly painted 3D representations of the Sun and all eight planets. Engraved orbital paths support spatial awareness and an early understanding of planetary motion and solar system structure.
Key Features
- Engraved wooden solar system board with 3D planet spheres
- Includes Sun and eight planets, arranged in correct orbital order
- Designed for hands-on exploration in Montessori cultural studies
- Supports cosmic education, astronomy, and language extension
- Visual aid for introducing planetary scale and distance
Benefits for Children
- Develops spatial reasoning and visual discrimination
- Fosters curiosity about space, planetary motion, and the universe
- Encourages self-directed, tactile-based science exploration
- Enhances vocabulary related to astronomy and geography
- Supports Montessori principles of isolation of difficulty and control of error
What’s Included
- 1 large wooden solar system board (55 cm diameter)
- 3D painted models of the Sun and eight planets
Specifications
- Dimensions: 55 cm diameter
- Materials: Solid wood with painted planet spheres
- Recommended Age: 4 years and up
- Curriculum Area: Montessori Cultural and Science
How to Use
Present the Solar System Board during cultural lessons focused on space and Earth’s place in the universe. Invite the child to explore the positions of the planets, their order from the Sun, and their relative sizes. Extend the work with nomenclature cards, storytelling, and cosmic education discussions. Use as a foundation for more advanced astronomy or geography studies.