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Solar system diagram template

A solar system diagram helps children learn the order of the planets and one thing to remember about each. This example draws the Sun on the left with curved orbits stepping out to Neptune, marks the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, gives a mnemonic for the order, and has a card for every planet with a fun fact and whether it is rocky, a gas giant or an ice giant.

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Solar system diagram example showing the sun and eight planets on curved orbits, asteroid belt and a mnemonic for the order, a fun fact card for every planet
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. Put the Sun first

    Draw the Sun on one side, then the orbits stepping outwards so the order is easy to read.

  2. Place the planets

    Add the planets in order, using the mnemonic My Very Easy Method Just Speeds Up Naming to check.

  3. Add a fact each

    Write one fun fact per planet. Let your child pick their favourite fact to share at school.

Questions about this template

Are the planets drawn to scale?

No. Sizes and distances are not to scale so all eight planets fit on one board, and the fact cards give the real details.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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