Today on The Inspiration Edit we are sharing some fun and interesting facts about Earth. This is a great opportunity to teach kids more about our planet and the wider solar system. We also have a fantastic earth day craft that you can make with the little ones. So let’s get started!
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💖 Why You'll Love This Craft
- Learn + Create: Kids discover fun Earth facts while making a planet-themed craft!
- Perfect for Earth Day: A hands-on way to celebrate and learn why our planet matters.
- Great Conversation Starter: Sparks chats about recycling, nature, and taking care of the Earth!
Interesting Facts About Earth
Did you know that…
- The Earth is the only planet in our solar system not named after a god or goddess.
- The Earth is the third closest planet to the sun.
- The Earth rotates on its axis once every 23 hours and 56 minutes.
- The Earth is the fifth largest planet in our solar system.
- The Earth has a diameter of around 12,700km.
- The Earth is the densest planet in our solar system.
- The Earth has a mass of 5.97 x 10^24 kg.
- The Earth’s gravity is 9.81 m/s2.
- Earth day is celebrated on the 22nd of April.
So there you have it, some interesting facts about Earth.
More Earth Facts
- The Earth’s crust is made up of tectonic plates which move around on the planet’s surface.
- The Earth has one natural satellite, the Moon.
- The Earth’s atmosphere is made up of 78% nitrogen, 21% oxygen and 1% other gases.
- The average temperature on Earth is 61 degrees Fahrenheit.
- The highest mountain on Earth is Mount Everest which stands at 29,035 feet tall.
- The deepest point on Earth is the Mariana Trench which has a depth of 35,814 feet.
- Earth is thought to be around 4.5 billion years old.
- There are thought to be around 7.5 billion people living on Earth.
So there you have it, some interesting facts about Earth. Why not try our earth day craft with the kids and teach them a little more about our planet at the same time!
🖌️ How to Make This Earth Day Craft
- Step 1: Begin by printing your Earth template. The download is free and can be found at the bottom of this page.
- Step 2: Trace the template pieces onto blue and green card. Cut out the Blue circle for the ocean and the green land template pieces.
- Step 3: You can now glue all the parts to your planet Earth.
- Step 4: Once completed you are ready to make a space themed background for your planet. Alternatively you can simply stick onto paper with lines below if you wish to make this into a craft and writing exercise for the kids.
- Step 5: To create a background, grab a piece of black construction paper and splatter white paint onto the background.
- Step 6: You could also add specks of gold, silver or purple to make it a little different.
- Step 7: Once the background is dry prepare to paste your Planet Earth Craft to the background. It will look great and can be used as a display or a craft to take home. Your planet Earth craft is now complete.
This is a great activity for Earth day or for a time when your teaching kids about the planet, about Earth or the solar system.
💡 Pro Tip: Pro Tip: Before final assembly, lay out all components to assess the overall color balance, making adjustments as needed to achieve a harmonious look.
🧑🎨 Expert Tips
- Color Palette Selection: Choose a cohesive color scheme that reflects Prince Charming's attire, such as royal blues, whites, and golds, to maintain thematic consistency.
- Accent Distribution: Distribute accent colors evenly throughout the ornament to create visual balance and prevent any one area from appearing too heavy or sparse.
- Contrast Management: Ensure sufficient contrast between adjacent elements (e.g., hair and face, jacket and sash) to enhance visibility and definition.
- Layering Shades: Use varying shades of the same color to add depth and dimension without introducing new hues that might disrupt harmony.
- Material Consistency: Select materials with similar finishes (e.g., all matte or all glossy) to maintain a unified appearance across the ornament.
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Earth Day Craft For Kids
This Interesting Facts About Earth + Earth Day Craft for Kids combines learning fun with creativity by letting children make a planet Earth craft while discovering cool facts about our world.
Materials
- Construction Paper
- White Paint
- Scissors
- Glue Stick
- Toothbrush
- Black Marker
Instructions
- Begin by printing your Earth template. The download is free and can be found at the bottom of this page.
- Trace the template pieces onto blue and green card. Cut out the Blue circle for the ocean and the green land template pieces.
- You can now glue all the parts to your planet Earth.
- Once completed you are ready to make a space themed background for your planet. Alternatively you can simply stick onto paper with lines below if you wish to make this into a craft and writing exercise for the kids.
- To create a background, grab a piece of black construction paper and splatter white paint onto the background.
- You could also add specks of gold, silver or purple to make it a little different.
- Once the background is dry prepare to paste your Planet Earth Craft to the background. It will look great and can be used as a display or a craft to take home. Your planet Earth craft is now complete.
Tried This Craft?Let us know how it was!
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