Monday, October 12, 2009

The Solar System

Sam is very much into the solar system these days. His favorite toys are "Planet Heroes" right now and they are actually very educational. He knows the order of the planets and little facts about each one. He has also made up his very own planets and makes up facts about them as well...I have a hard time keeping up with those!

He asked me the other day if we could make a solar system. Being the crafty mom that I am, I figured that Lakeshore Learning would have some sort of model...and they came through for me! I was having a hard time picturing myself going into Michael's and buying styrofoam balls, paint, a hot glue gun (because I don't own one) and such. I'm so thankful that Lakeshore had this. We had a fun time doing it together and he is so proud!

Looking at all the parts...
Painting done!
Planets put together...
The finished product...

7 comments:

kuykendall_family said...

Wow! Way to go Sam and Miss Sherry! Can't wait to come see it!

The Chappelles said...

AWESOME.... You rock mommy! There is something about really coming through for your kiddos. You did an amazing job. I can't wait to ask Sam about it.

Diddy said...

Pretty cool. I saw 2 planets with rings? Something has changed since my school days (besides a whole lot of history added)... Especially looking forward to hearing about Sam's planets.

scm said...

Diddy~
The sun has a "ring" around it to portray the rays...and then saturn has rings...

The Skains Family said...

You are such a great mommy! And very inspiring!

The Martin's said...

wow... very cool. what a smartie! when can we send Cole to play with Sam for a week so he can get smart too? :)

The Wiggins Family said...

I have some solar system stickers Sam would appreciate. Great job Sherry! I'm beginning to love little hands on projects.