In the field of archaeoastronomy (the study astronomy done by ancient peoples), the best known historical site in the world is probably Stonehenge. This impressive circle of enormous stones is filled with mysteries, but the builders clearly had the sun in mind when they arranged the boulders in the English countryside.
1. Decide the materials for your model
You can use whatever you want, as long it shows the relative positions and sizes of the Stonehenge stones.
If you choose to build from a kit, there are a number of kits available, such as these two…
2. Make a Portable Platform
Create a small wooden or cardboard platform on which to build your model.
3. Research the Alignments
The stones of Stonehenge were purposefully erected to line up with the rising and setting of the sun at specific times of year. Research these alignments.
4. Build Your Model on Your Platform and Create Lines Showing Alignments
On the platform in which you build your model, draw lines showing how the various stones are aligned with significant points on the horizon where the sun rises and sets at different times of year. Label these lines.
Check out Stonehenge models from Experience Astronomy alumni!
