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.

 

Subscribe tothe Elemental Science YouTube Channel, so you won't miss another video!

Or Listen to the Audio

Don't miss an episode - subscribe to the Teaching Science at Home Show throughiTunes andStitcher!

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:

• Earth Science & Astronomy for the Grammar Stage
• Earth Science & Astronomy for the Logic Stage

Or you can check out our Earth Science & Astronomy Pinterest Board:

Learn more about how you can teach science with our programs!