Solar System Puzzle

Bring the wonders of space to life with this interactive solar system puzzle, designed to spark curiosity and deepen children’s understanding of our universe. Featuring a 100‑piece jigsaw, eight solid‑wood planet pieces, a glowing LED sun, and a double‑sided facts poster, this hands‑on set transforms learning into an exciting, multi‑sensory experience.

Children begin by completing the beautifully illustrated jigsaw of the solar system, then place each wooden planet Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune in its correct orbit. At the centre sits the LED sun, which lights up to represent the star that brings light and life to our planetary system. The included poster enriches play with accessible facts about each planet and the solar system as a whole. Ages 6yrs+.

Includes:

100 piece cardboard puzzle

8 wooden planets

1 LED glowing sun (placeable at the puzzle’s centre)

Double sided poster with solar system facts

Educational Benefits

• Supports early science understanding: Children learn the names, order, and characteristics of the planets as they build and explore the solar system.
• Enhances reasoning and problem‑solving: Completing the 100‑piece puzzle encourages spatial thinking, logical reasoning, and perseverance.
• Develops fine‑motor skills: Manipulating puzzle pieces and placing wooden planets strengthens hand–eye coordination and precision.
• Encourages STEM curiosity: The glowing LED sun and physical model help children visualise abstract concepts like orbits, light, and planetary positions.
• Promotes independent and guided learning: The double‑sided facts poster supports deeper discussion, vocabulary development, and inquiry‑based exploration.
• Engages multiple senses: Combining cardboard pieces, wooden components, and light creates an immersive learning experience that supports different learning styles.