4M Solar System Model Making Kit - DIY Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Planet Mobile, STEM

Name: 4M Solar System Model Making Kit - DIY Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Planet Mobile, STEM
Brand: Flat River Group
SKU: G4893156055200
Price: 24.99 USD
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Ages 8-12

Curious kids obsessed with space and planets

Hands-on building and glow in the dark display

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Product Overview

This 3D solar system mobile kit lets kids paint and build their own model of the planets, then hang it up to glow in the dark. The finished mobile measures 75 cm x 75 cm (29.5 x 29.5 inches) and spins the planets around the sun once assembled. It's a hands-on way to explore the planets and their order in the solar system, right at home.

Includes a full set of 3D plastic planets, a hanging frame with accessories, 4 hanging rods, and a roll of fishing line to build the mobile
Comes with a paintbrush, 2 strips of paint pots, and 2 packets of glitter paint for painting each planet
Also includes a plate with the sun's rays, a plate with Saturn's rings, and a poster
Detailed instructions come packed with fun trivia about the planets as kids build
Glow-in-the-dark finish lets the planets light up once the mobile is hung and the lights go out

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD

Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

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Care Notes

cleaning: Wipe the assembled mobile gently; avoid soaking the painted planet models since they are coated with glow paint.

Use Cases

Hands-on solar system building activity
Science-themed gift for a young learner
Rainy-day DIY craft project
Bedroom decor after assembly
Weekend paint-and-build activity
Space-themed birthday gift

Skills Developed

primary skill: Fine motor coordination
fine motor: Painting and assembling the small 3D planet models builds hand control.

Age Suitability

minimum safe age: 5 years
ideal age range: 5-8 years
developmental fit: {"5-7 years"=>"Children can paint and assemble the 3D planet models with the included brush and glow paint to build the hanging mobile."}
upper age note: Most children over 8 will find the paint-and-assemble format too simple for repeated play.

Play Patterns

primary play type: Craft and building
play structure: Guided, step-by-step assembly and painting
social context: Can be done independently or alongside others
adult involvement: Adult help recommended for painting and assembly steps
play progression: Painting the planets, then assembling the hanging mobile, then displaying it
session length: One or more sitting sessions to complete painting and assembly

Why It Works

primary benefit: Combines hands-on painting and building with a display piece of the solar system.

What Makes It Fun

Paint the planets, hang the mobile, and watch it stretch about 29.5 inches across your room with a glow in the dark finish.

Why They'll Love It

* Paint and build a 3D solar system mobile * Glows in the dark for nighttime viewing * Includes glitter paint, poster, and trivia facts * Hanging frame and fishing line for display

Customer Q&A

How big is the finished mobile?

The assembled mobile measures 75 cm x 75 cm (29.5 x 29.5 inches).

Does it glow in the dark?

Yes, the mobile includes glow-in-the-dark paint so the planets glow as they spin around the sun.

What's included in the kit?

The kit includes vibrant planet models, a hanging structure, glow paint, a brush, and a wall chart with facts about each planet.

Does the kit require painting?

Yes, this is a paint and build kit where the planet models are painted with the included glow paint and brush.

Is there educational content included?

Yes, the kit includes a wall chart filled with facts about each planet.

Do the planets move?

Yes, the 3D planet models spin around the sun once assembled.

4M Solar System Model Making Kit - DIY Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Planet Mobile, STEM