Kids Printables. August 15th, 2025

Planets Free Printable – Solar System Cut and Paste Activity

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Planets free printable cut and paste activity introduces kids to the 8 planets of the solar system. An activity based sequence of the planets for toddlers and kindergarteners. Some parents might think it is too early for the kids to learn about the planets. But trust me it isn’t! They will understand the concept pretty well. I introduced my son to the planets when he was about to turn four. The YouTube videos helped make it very simple and interesting. There are poems and songs about the planets.

I even taught my boy the hottest, coldest, biggest, smallest, nearest and most furthest planets in the solar system. I think introducing the basics to your kids earlier helps them understand and be interested in general knowledge. Talk to your kids about history, geography, universe and more. It will make them confident and give their mind good topics to think about!

Learning Objectives:

From this cut and paste planets free printable, children will learn:

Planets (how many and which?)
How to spell the planets.
Fine motor skills while enforcing STEM learning through cutting and gluing
Color, size and difference amongst the planets
Learn planet names and their correct order
Understand the structure of the solar system
Practice sorting, labeling, and sequencing

Educational Tips for Parents and Teachers

Add a fun fact game: Have kids share a fact about each planet as they glue it in place.
Pair with a book: Read There’s No Place Like Space! or National Geographic Kids Planets.
Use it as a portfolio addition for science units or homeschool documentation.

Who Is This Activity For?

Preschool to Grade 3 students
Homeschooling families for kids 4-10
Teachers looking for science centers or bulletin board decor
Parents who want a rainy day educational activity

Kid’s activity: Planets Cut and Paste Activity

Kids love to play and learn. And cut n paste based activities serve this purpose!

The completed cut and paste activity page for planets is also good for the keeps. You can use it to revise the planets. See and talk about the differences amongst the planets. And how each planet is unique in it’s own way.

Like Mercury being the smallest planet.
Venus being the hottest planet.
Jupiter being the biggest planet.
Saturn being the planet that has rings around it.
Uranus being the only planet that spins differently.
And Neptune being the coldest planet of the Solar System.

Solar System Planets Free Printable

Our downloadable PDF includes:

8 planet cut-outs
A solar system layout template
Planets visual and name labels
Cutout box outline to assist with cutting using school scissors
Empty boxes to paste using school glue

I hope your kids will enjoy learning with this planets cut and paste activity. This is perfect for homeschooling, classrooms, or weekend craft time.

How to Use the Solar System Cut-and-Paste Activity

1. Print the Page:

Use standard letter-size paper or cardstock for best durability.

2. Cut Out the Planets and Labels:

Kids can practice cutting out each planet along the dotted lines. You can pre-cut for younger children.

3. Arrange the Planets in Order:

Use the order to glue the planets in order. Planet Order Reminder:

Mercury ? Venus ? Earth ? Mars ? Jupiter ? Saturn ? Uranus ? Neptune

4. Customize and Decorate:

Encourage kids to color the background, draw stars, or add facts about each planet.

FAQs: Solar System Craft for Kids

1. What age is this printable for?

Ages 4–10, but younger kids can enjoy it with adult help, and older kids can use the blank planet version to add their own facts.

2. Can you use this in a classroom?

Yes! Feel free to print multiple copies for your students. It’s a great hands-on science activity.

3. Is this printable free?

Absolutely! It’s free for personal and educational use. Please do not redistribute without credit.

4. Is Pluto included?

No! We didn’t include Pluto as this printable is designed for younger kids who might not be ready for conversation on dwarf planets yet.

This solar system cut-and-paste printable is more than a craft—it’s a gateway to learning about space, inspiring curiosity, and building science knowledge through hands-on fun.