This is the Solar System for Kids portal
Check out our amazing world neighbors!

Welcome to the Solar System for Kids Portal! The Solar System is where the Earth is located and is part of the Milky Way Galaxy. It is our Sun and the many objects that orbit around it.

These objects include 8 planets, at least 5 dwarf planets, and the asteroid belt. There are also many moons that orbit these planets, as well as an endless number of meteors and comets cruising the nearby cosmos!



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Want to know about our galaxy, comets, black holes, and more?
Take the Solar System for Kids shuttle to the Outer Space portal!

Many of the planets in our solar system are visible in the night sky. Keep your eyes peeled and get your telescope ready stargazers! You might even spot a shooting star!



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