Pluto and its satellite Charon

Exploring the Solar System

Reports from a Workshop Presented by NASA for Girl Scouts of the USA
April 19-23, 2002
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Purpose:

Make a model of Saturn

Brief Description:

Using a CD, a 2-inch stryrofoam ball, and glitter, create Saturn and its rings.

Saturn drying on a paper cup

Hints:

Set in paper cup to dry. If you need to cut a lot of balls, invest in a hot wire cutter.

Where you can find complete description:

"Seeing Saturn and Its Rings"