Kids' Amateur Astronomy

Christina Coruth

Welcome, stargazers! Join me as we explore the night sky. If you want to find constellations, be alerted to special sky events such meteor showers, or learn about our universe, this is the place to be.


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The Early Evening Show Starring Jupiter and Venus

Don't wait until dark to see Jupiter and Venus or you will miss the show. Read this article to find out all about it. Learn when and where to look. But hurry, the show closes after the first week of September!

Of Falling Stars and Meteor Showers

Have you ever seen a falling star? Not really! Join me as we learn about meteors and meteor showers. Let's find out what meteors are where they come from.

Let's Find the Constellations with a Planisphere

Wouldn't it be nice if there was a handy little star map that would not only show you what the constellations look like, but also tell you when and where to look for them? Well, there is such a device. It's called a planisphere or a star finder wheel! Join me ...

Comet Tempel 1 and the Deep Impact Spacecraft

Can you imagine deliberately sending a spacecraft out to crash into a comet? Well, NASA is about to do just that. Join me and I'll tell you about this historic meeting in space.

Moonbows and Halos

Is it a moonbow or a halo? Read on to learn the difference between these very interesting wonders of the moon.

Let's Find and Learn About the Planet Venus

Venus is visible in the early evening. Join me as we find and learn about this planet that rotates in a different direction from all the other planets in our solar system.

Mae Jemison: An Extraordinary Woman (Part II)

Mae Jemison wanted to be a scientist. She became that and much more. Join me as we look at the
story this incredible woman.

The Planet Neptune Discovered without a Telescope

Neptune was discovered without the use of a telescope. Read on to find out who did it and how they did it!

Mae Jemison: An Extraordinary Woman (Part I)

Mae Jemison wanted to be a scientist. She became that and much more. Join me as we look at the
story of this incredible woman.

Bullying: What is it and How to Cope - A Course Review

I took this course, I read the books. I highly recommend Mary Alward's course - Bullying: What is it and How to Cope. Read my review here.

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Mae Jemison: An Extraordinary Woman (Part II) (14 msgs)

Of Falling Stars and Meteor Showers (24 msgs)

Here We Go Again, Aurora Watchers! (1 msgs)

Auroras This Weekend! (5 msgs)

The Early Evening Show Starring Jupiter and Venus (6 msgs)

Aurora Alert! (1 msgs)

Let's Find the Constellations with a Planisphere (10 msgs)

Comet Tempel 1 and the Deep Impact Spacecraft (15 msgs)

Moonbows and Halos (16 msgs)

The Planet Neptune Discovered without a Telescope (18 msgs)

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