Students will conduct research and interview local amateur astronomers to gather insights about planets, utilizing digital tools to collect key facts and observations that will inform their solar system model design.

Students will collaboratively synthesize their research by constructing a detailed problem statement that outlines the unique attributes of their assigned planet, preparing them to explore how these features can be artistically represented in their scale model designs.

Students will brainstorm and sketch diverse ideas for representing their assigned planet in a scale model, using research findings and collaborating with peers to integrate artistic, scientific, and mathematical elements, while participating in interactive activities and discussions to expand their creative thinking.

Students will collaborate to construct scale models of their assigned planets using various materials, integrating artistic elements, mathematical measurements for scale accuracy, and scientific details, while also inviting feedback from both peers and visiting amateur astronomers to refine their designs.

Students will present their completed solar system models and digital portfolios at the 'Planet Palooza,' explaining their research and design process to peers, community partners, and family members, showcasing their storytelling activity based on their assigned planet.