World Around Us

Solar System Word Search

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We've hidden 11 words in this grid. All the words are linked to the Solar System. Can you find them?

 





Timeline of the Apollo Missions

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Did you know astronauts landed on the Moon six times between 1969 and 1972?

Explore the people and science of each Apollo mission using our timeline!





The First Moon Landing

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In 1969, the Apollo 11 mission landed on the Moon. For the first time, people stepped foot on another world in our Solar System.

But what do you know about the astronauts on board. And how much do you know about their mission? Take our quiz to find out!





Earth, Sun and Moon Quiz

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The Earth is the planet you (and everyone else) live on! The Moon is a natural satellite of the Earth. This means it travels around our planet in a huge circle called an 'orbit'. The Sun is a star in the centre of our Solar System.

It's the movements of these objects that give us days, years, and even eclipses! Test your knowledge of these astronomical timescales and events.

 





Pair the Planets

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There are 8 planets in our Solar System.  Flip the cards and match all 8 pairs of pictures! Plus, learn some planet facts as you play. 





Order the Planets

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Our Solar System contains 8 planets. But which is closest to the Sun? And which is further away?

Complete this challenge to show the order of the planets.

 





Solar System Quiz

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A solar system consists of a star and the objects that orbit it. A galaxy contains millions of stars and solar systems. But how much do you know about our own Solar System? Take our quiz to find out!





Space Quiz

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Think you have an astronomical amount of knowledge about space? Test your knowledge using this quiz.





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