Astronomy For Kids

Sidewalk Astronomy

This Saturday, April 12 is national sidewalk astronomy night. Throughout the world locals in random locations will be setting up telescopes and allowing people to view the galaxies through a telescope.

This is a great opportunity for parents and their children. Remember when you were young and laying out on the lawn, the beach and looking up into the night sky to get a glimpse at the stars? I’m sure you were filled with questions to ask your parents, what did all the “random” dots in the sky mean? Saturday is an opportunity to teach your child and maybe yourself more about the stars, the constellations, the galaxies and nebula.

The goal of sidewalk astronomy is simple to have everyone looking through a telescope . Which is the goal of the International Year of Astronomy 2009 as well.

Happy stargazing!

Fun ways to learn about the night sky!

Astronomy is not just a hobby for adults. Kids can get involved in astronomy very easily and it can be fun for both kids and parents. There are many different types of software and books that make learning astronomy fun for all ages. By using books as guides to the night sky, you can teach your child about the moon (and you might just be able to answer that nagging question of why does the moon look like cheese?) and you can be a hero in your child’s eye for the night by being able to point out the Big Dipper or Jupiter. There are also many different constellation guidebooks that can help you learn the night sky and its hidden treasures.

You also visit your local astronomy dealer who is very knowledgeable and can help you learn the art of looking at the stars. They will be able to assist you in selecting the right telescope for you and your child to use for many years of enjoyment.