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Constellations can help you sort the twinkling dots scattered across the night sky. Connect the stars to see what deep-sky wonders emerge.
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Tired of the "I'm bored" announcements that never seem to end? Here’s an idea: Look up. Stargazing is an accessible activity for families—and a great excuse to introduce kids to astronomy. For ...
When kids are asked for their favorite topics in science, astronomy (along with dinosaurs) is always high on the list. As a "gateway" to science education, astronomy is essential to the curriculum ...
This week’s science class for local homeschool families at Educational Outfitters included a study on stars, constellations and the Milky Way. When asked if they knew how big a shooting star ...
Today's theme hint is "It's in the stars" and there are seven theme words to be found, plus the spangram.If you're a bit stumped with Strands, then these constellations will help shine some light ...
Constellations without stars. Stars aren’t the only thing visible in the night sky, Hamacher adds: There are also nebulae planets and the moon.
5 famous constellations that (almost) anyone can find. From Andromeda to Ursa Major, these cosmic landmarks dominate the sky. Learning how to spot them will turn you into a star gazer.
The 13 Zodiac Constellations Aries (March 21 - April 19) Photo: Artsiom P / Shutterstock. The Aries constellation is in the northern hemisphere and is made up of four stars and represents a ram ...
One of the great constellations of spring is rising in the evenings in the east. It is Leo the Lion. Look for a distinctive backward question mark that outlines the chest and head of Leo.