Anyone who has ever been to a planetarium show knows the amazing feeling of traveling through the endless space of the universe and seeing planets, asteroids and other celestial bodies from an entirely new perspective. Sadly, planetariums take up a lot of space and we’re pretty sure that no one actually wants to know the price of one of those giant projectors. But fortunately for us, there are other ways to shrink down parts of the universe into more family and budget friendly sizes. :)

The Eco Wood Art Construction Kit “Planetarium”, for example. With this set, you can transform 234 laser-cut wooden pieces into your very own planetarium! You won’t need any glue, only some patience and the included instructions, which feature many pictures for an easier assembly process. Additionally, we recommend a pair of pliers and a hobby knife for a stress-free assembly process.

The result is a mechanical model of our solar systems that can be set into motion by turning a crank, which will send the planets orbiting around the sun in the centre of the model. Short texts on some of the parts offer additional information on the planets – perfect for introducing the next generation of worlds into the wonderful world of astronomy!

Please note: This kit is suited for advanced hobbyists only, since the fine parts sometimes need to be slotted together with some force. Carelessness might damage the parts beyond repair. As always, less (force) is more.