Description

Planet Task Cards

Planets Task Cards are a no-prep, fun way to review rotation and revolution, the characteristics of the planets, and the ordering of the planets by distance from the sun and by size.

Planets Task Cards includes 28 task cards, a student response worksheet, and an answer key. Questions are multiple choice, multiple select, and ordering planets.

What will students review with these task cards?

With these Planets Task Cards, students will review:

• How planets rotate on their axes and revolve around the sun
• Characteristics and important facts about each planet
• The order of the planets by their distance from the sun
• The order of the planets by increasing size

What standards are covered?

These Planets Task Cards are specifically aligned with the Virginia Science SOL 4.5, although they closely match most science standards related to rotation and revolution, the characteristics of the planets, and the ordering of the planets by distance from the sun and by size.

This unit has been updated to align with the 2018 Science SOLs AND the 2025 Science Instructional Guides.

Is a digital version included?

These Planets Task Cards resource includes BOTH a digital version and a PDF version. The digital version can be accessed through Google Forms and allows students to easily self-check their work. You can also use the Google Forms task cards to track student progress.

When you purchase this product, you will be given access to a link that will allow you to open the file in Google Forms. You’ll then share that file with your students.

What if I want to create my own science task cards?

Four blank task cards are included so that you can create additional questions, if needed. For these task cards, you will print the blank cards and write your questions directly on the cards.

What are other teachers saying about these science task cards?

• “My students enjoyed using the cards. They provided good opportunities for discussions.” (Betty G.)
• “My students loved this activity!  Used it as a SCOOT in my classroom.” (anonymous buyer)
• “This was a great additional resource I used for our Solar System review day. Thanks so much for taking the time to make it!” (Faith W.)
• “I purchased all your science task cards. So helpful.” (anonymous buyer)
• “Students enjoyed doing the task cards.  Great way to get the kids up and moving while learning.” (Heather S.)

Don’t miss out!

Task cards are a great, no-prep way to review at the end of a science unit or before state testing. These Planets Task Cards can easily be used as part of a science center, Scoot activity, or review game.

 

Want to save money?

These Planet Task Cards are included in my 4th Grade Science Task Cards Bundle for a discounted price!

 

More science resources:

• Planets Unit
• Planets Jeopardy Game
• Planets Escape Room
• Planets Study Guide
• Planets Slideshow

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Other Information:

Check about my blog post all about task cards for games and activities you can play with these task cards!

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