Educational Insights Geosafari Talking Planetary Mat
Did you ever wonder how much you'd weigh on the moon? Jupiter? Mars? Step onto the Talking Planetary Mat and find out. A completely interactive way to demonstrate the changing forces of gravity on the different planets, this mat features all 8 planets and the moon, as well as fun facts and quiz questions to help kids understand gravity, weight, mass and basic astronomy. Includes 45" round galactic planet mat printed with 9 celestial bodies, scale that calculates your weight in lbs. or kilos (up to 300 lbs.) on all planets and the moon, 40 fun planetary facts, 2 modes of play (Fact & Game) and 12-page guide with activity ideas Demonstrates the concepts of gravity, mass and weight. Features the voice of Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, director of the Hayden Planetarium at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. Requires 3 AA batteries (not included). Ages 8+.