5 Tips for Stargazing {Episode 9}
All of us have gazed up at the night sky and wondered at what we were seeing. In episode 9 of the Teaching Science at Home show, Paige is sharing 5 tips to help you turn those stargazing moments into learning opportunities.
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The Highlights
Tip #1 - Research ahead of time.
- Search your library or online.
- Learn what stars you should be able to see.
Tip #2 - Make sure you find a dark spot.
- Too many lights can obscure your chances of seeing the stars.
- Parks are great for stargazing.
Tip #3 - Use your naked eye and binoculars.
- Don’t start with telescope.
- Look for patterns.
Tip #4 - Start with the moon.
- The moon is easy to see and observe.
- Keep track of the lunar cycle
Tip #5 - Keep an astronomy notebook.
- Write down dates and what you saw.
- Sketch the constellation.
Additional Resources
Learn about the stars in the following programs:
Or you can check out our Earth Science & Astronomy Pinterest Board:
