Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will create your own planet artwork using simple materials.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: paper, colored pencils or markers, ruler, pencil, eraser.

No prior knowledge required. Just bring your creativity and imagination!

Activities

• Planet Drawing: Use your colored pencils or markers to draw a large circle on the paper. This will be your planet.
• Planet Design: Add details to your planet such as craters, rings, or even alien cities. Let your imagination run wild!
• Planet Name and Story: Give your planet a cool name and create a short story about it. What kind of creatures live there? What is the weather like?

Talking Points

• Introduction to Planets: "Planets are large bodies that orbit around stars. They come in different sizes and colors."
• Planet Features: "Planets can have moons, rings, or even storms. These features make each planet unique."
• Imagination is Key: "When creating your own planet, let your imagination guide you. There are no limits to what your planet can look like!"