by boot | Mar 13, 2025
Have students each research two facts about Afghanistan (e.g., languages, religion, population, area, capital, life expectancy, literacy rate, monetary unit, flag, geographical features, climate, historical information, art, architecture, music, media). Have...
by boot | Mar 12, 2025
Bright Sky, Starry City imparts to the reader the wonder that Phoebe and her Dad feel when stargazing. A trip to a local planetarium is a magical, transformative experience for children — and provides a solid introduction to astronomy. If equipment is available and...
by boot | Mar 12, 2025
Review with students the sections of this book that discuss light pollution. Go over what it is, its sources and how it affects the appearance of the night sky, our environment, and our own health and well-being. Illustrate your points by showing students an image of...
by boot | Mar 12, 2025
Have students ever heard the term “light pollution?” What do they think it means? How does it affect looking at the stars? Briefly explain to them the effects of light pollution on stargazing and the environment.
by boot | Mar 12, 2025
Review the elements of our solar system – the sun, moon, stars and planets. Which of these have students seen? Have any of them seen a falling star or the Milky Way?
