Learning Resources Giant Inflatable Solar System - Grades K+ Solar System Demonstration Tool, Solar System Model, Inflatable Planets for Classroom

I purchased this inflatable solar system set as a gift for my son who’s shown interest in space recently. He has some small astronaut toys and a space ship and he was asking for planets to go along with them. The set arrived nicely packaged with each planet being neatly folded and individually wrapped (see attached pictures.) Each planet also came with its own repair patch. The set has all the planets, including Pluto, the sun (which is ENORMOUS) and Earth’s moon. All the planets are much larger than I expected. I didn’t realize when I ordered, but a manual pump is also included. I was thrilled when I realized I wouldn’t have to blow everything up by mouth. Another surprise was that each planet has two small circular spots near the inflation port, so the planets can be hung up with string or thread. The colors and designs of the planets are bright and vivid. The plastic used feels more substantial than other cheap plastic blow up items. The only issue I found was that not all of the planets are self sealing after being blown up. So once you inflate the planet you have to do the old switch-a-roo to your finger then close the plug quickly before any air escapes. It’s not that big of a deal, but some do self seal and others don’t. All in all my son is thrilled with his gift and it’s definitely a great value for the money.

This solar system set of inflatables is beautiful and accurately colored. My five year old grandson is “ over the moon” which is also accurate. He’s thrilled and so am I. Yes, it’s a little pricey but so worth it. All the planets , the sun ,the moon and Pluto are included . It’s wonderful .

My 5 year old is obsessed with the planets and the universe and he loves these. These inflatable planets are great for those little explorers and I’m certain would do great in a classroom. Be prepared to have these planets take a lot of space.

Only received 10 out of the 11 planets. Products look good and grandson was enjoying them until Jupiter was missing. Contacted Amazon to replace planets so he will have to wait another day or so to have the whole set of planets.

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Bought this about a year ago for our 2 year old, and she loved, loved, loved them. Had to sleep with them in bed and dragged them around all day. They are fairly large, photorealistic, spherical and good quality. And the sizes are great, the sun and Jupiter are huge. It takes some powerful lungs to blow those guys up!The only issue we had was with Saturn developing holes where the rings are secured to the ball. Pretty sad, but it still makes a good frisbee. But the other planets have withstood toddler exuberance and even bouncing on them, so thumbs up from us!I'm actually buying another set for our other 18 month old who loves planets and balls, too. He's going to freak out.

Overall these are decent, the quality is pretty close to the standard beach ball. However, the fill nozzles are incredibly small, and take ages to inflate. The pump is practically worthless.3 stars because my son really likes them.

Package is intact and my son is happy to palay with it. Nice quality and received it in good condition.