Description

With an emphasis on group and family interaction, this collection of 51 fascinating and engaging activities opens up the gateway to outer space for stargazers young and old. The projects are designed to produce an understanding and lifelong appreciation of the universe around us. By simply looking up at the sky - with the unaided eye, binoculars or telescope - parents, camp counselors and classroom teachers will, with the aid of this book, find innovative activities that help children identify, understand and appreciate the objects in the Milky Way and galaxies beyond. With this book, you will become acquainted with the constellations, planets and phases of the moon, plus you can learn how to spot human-made satellites. You will learn how sundials and telescopes work and be able to start experimenting with astrophotography. You'll also find out what causes shooting stars, auroras, nebulae, metoeor showers, comets and other galactic phenomena. Charts of lunar-eclipse and meteor-shower dates will help you plan your viewing schedules. Clear, helpful diagrams, star charts, and outstanding photographs help adults guide children through the world of astronomy and make this book a delight to use.