Sun Activities

Explore the Sun with these hands-on activities!

An artist's drawing of the Sun, with the Moon's shadow partially eclipsing it.

The Sun (also called Sol) is the star at the center of our Solar System. Its gravity holds the solar system together. The Sun's warmth and light make life possible on Earth. Discover more about the shadows, eclipses, and how scientists explore the Sun from far away!


Activities

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Discover the Sun during the Heliophysics Big Year, October 2023 to December 2024!
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  • Find even more Sun activities at the website.
  • Explore about Heliophysics.
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  • Explore the Lawrence Hall of Science activities online or through an app.
  • Hear about solar activity & the most intense geomagnetic storm on a episode.

Video: Exploring the Sun


Discover fun facts about the Sun, and create a suncatcher!

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