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This A Kid's Guide to Stargazing activity also includes:
Get kids interested in stargazing with a step-by-step guide. The guide begins with the do's and don'ts, what the defines a star, and introduces a journal. The page is linked to see stars if light pollution keeps stars away in your area.
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Concepts
Instructional Ideas
- Use an app on your phone to assist in viewing the night sky
- Plan a trip to a planetarium
- Discuss journal entries the next day at school or on the classroom blog
Classroom Considerations
- Participants need a journal for writing about and drawing their observations
Pros
- Encourages participants to stay safe by bringing someone with them
- Provides a sample journal entry
Cons
- None