Your students can explore the wonders of space with this engaging resource that guides them through the process of creating a pinhole projector to measure the diameter of the Sun.

This hands-on investigation includes clear instructions for building a simple projector and scaffolded worksheets that lead students through planning, conducting and evaluating their investigation. By completing this task, students will gain a deeper understanding the vast size of the Sun and the relationship between distance and scale. It is ideal for teachers who are looking to extend students’ comprehension of space sciences and solar studies, while fostering critical thinking and data analysis skills.

Two versions of the results page are provided. One includes a data table and the other requires students to create their own data table.

This resource is part of our Year 6 Earth & Space Sciences: Observing Space Patterns & Cycles UNIT PLAN.