21. Questions And Answers - Skywatching Let's say I went out skywatching and saw a beautiful grouping of planets near the Onold star maps, the Queen is sometimes pictured reclining on that Mshape http://www.earthsky.com/iwonder/skywatching.html

I Wonder ... about Skywatching Why do depictions of the Pleiades, or Seven Sisters, often show only six stars? How can I see Earth's shadow? Sometimes I see multiple shafts of light emanating from the place where the sun shines through a hole in the clouds. Why? What is the Winter Circle? ... Why is the harvest moon called the harvest moon? Don't see your question here? Try the Skywatching Question of the Week . Each week, Deborah Byrd answers a new skywatching question she's received. Back to I Wonder! Question Answer Why do depictions of the Pleiades, or Seven Sisters, often show only six stars? The Pleiades is an asterism or distinctive pattern of stars in the constellation Taurus. It looks like a tiny misty dipper. Some people confuse the Pleiades with the real Little Dipper asterism in the northern sky. But the pattern of the Pleiades is much smaller than the Little Dipper. Also, the Dipper stays in the north while the Pleiades travels from east to west across our sky on a path not unlike our sun. Depictions of the Pleiades often show just six stars because, with the eye alone, most people see only six stars here. According to Greek legend, the seven sisters were the daughters of Atlas, who was said to carry the sky on his shoulders. Because most people see six stars, there are legends about the "lost" Pleiad. One sister is sometimes said to have veiled her face after the destruction of Troy. Another is said to have been struck by lightning. Still another is said to have hidden in shame after she married a mortal.

22. Features: Skywatching: STARcast: How Weather Affects The Sky Institute at the University of Alaska provides worldwide forecast maps of the otherfactors contribute to a phenomenon known as scintillation or star twinkling http://www.earthsky.com/Features/Skywatching/Starcast/dewpt-article.html

How Weather Affects the Sky by Joseph S. D'Aleo This winter, the sun and sky will likely put on quite a show. One of the stars this winter could be the Aurora, a colorful, awesome light show in the sky. You can thank another star, our star, the sun for that. On the sun, solar flare and sunspot activity will be high and here on earth, the aurora could be the best it has been in a decade. The reason for both is the 11-year solar cycle. Figure 1: Monthly Sunspot Numbers since 1950. Very apparent is the 11-year sunspot cycle with maxima in 1958, 1969, 1980, 1990. The next maximum is due in 2000. Courtesy Royal Observatory of Belgium http://www.oma.be/KSB-ORB/SIDC/sidc_graphics.html Chinese Astronomers first reported dark spots on the sun in the 1400s. Galileo using the earliest of telescopes began to record these "sunspots" in the early 1600s. Astronomers worldwide have kept a record of daily numbers ever since. By the early 1840s, astronomers had recognized a cyclical nature of the activity. An amateur astronomer, H. Schwabe, was credited with having recognized these cycles first. The most significant changes occur on a cycle of about 11 years. Figure 2: Magnetogram from the U.S. National Solar Observatory in Kitts Peak Arizona (10/18/98) showing dark sunspots and bright flares on the solar surface.

23. Abrams Planetarium - Sky Calendar This site provides a dayto-day description of interesting things to look for in the night sky. Print Category Kids and Teens School Time Activities and Games......The Abrams Planetarium Sky Calendar promotes skywatching for people of reverse sideconsists of a simplified star map of The sky maps are designed for use at a http://www.pa.msu.edu/abrams/SkyCalendar/Index.html

The Abrams Planetarium Sky Calendar promotes skywatching for people of all ages. As its name implies, the sheet for each month takes the form of a calendar. Diagrams in the boxes invite the reader to track the moon's rapid motion past the planets and bright stars of the zodiac, as well as to follow the more leisurely pace of the planets in their gatherings with bright stars and other planets. The reverse side consists of a simplified star map of the month's evening sky. The sky maps are designed for use at a convenient time in mid-evening, for a latitude useful for the entire continental U.S. (40 degrees north). The Sky Calendar has evolved into one of the nations most highly illustrated, easy-to-follow guide to sky events. Not only is it enjoyed by over 10,000 paid subscribers, but it is reproduced (with permission) by classroom teachers for their students; by planetariums and astronomer clubs for their members and the general public; and by park interpreters for audiences at sky talks. Frames from the calendar have appeared regularly in the Celestial Calendar pages of magazine. Both the sky map (on the reverse side) and the calendar appear in each issue of

24. CCAS Useful Links - Stargazing Center ExploreZone.com Night Sky good primer on skywatching ExploreZone.com MorrisonPlanetarium - The Sky this Month Munich Archive star maps NASA Skyview http://www.fix.net/wreil/ccas/links-stargazing.htm

C ENTRAL C OAST A STRONOMICAL S OCIETY San Luis Obispo, California, USA Sharing the Skies since 1979 Directory Calendar Astro News Club Scopes ... Useful Links Useful Links Stargazing and Sky Charts Last Update: 4-19-2001 Abrams Planetarium Sky Calendar Abrams Planetarium Skywatcher's Diary Albert Einstein Planetarium Monthly Skywatcher's Report and Star Charts Astro Cards ... Deep Sky Database Saguaro Astronomy Club create your own observation list Deep Sky Tours Bill Ferris sky watching organized by season ExploreZone.com - Night Sky good primer on skywatching ExploreZone.com - Tonight's Sky Hal Kibbey's StarTrak Monthly Viewing Tips Interactive Sky Charts Chris Dolan Izzy's Sky Calendar JPL Space Calendar Learn What's Up: Sky Charts San Luis Obispo is in latitude category 30-40 degrees Mount Wilson Observatory Star Map Morrison Planetarium - The Sky this Month Munich Archive Star Maps NASA Skyview Virtual Telescope ... Night Watchman identification and appreciation of constellations Planet Locator by Constellation you enter the year Regulus "What's Up" for this Month

25. Sky Observation - SpaceTides Sources for good starmaps include astronomy books from bookstores (“skywatching”by David star maps You can buy an astronomy book with star maps in, go to http://www.geocities.com/assabfn/spacetides/astronomy/skyobservation.htm

SpaceTides Your Free E-mail Newsletter on Astronomy and Spaceflight - See the Latest Issue Sky Observation Home Newsletters Links Pictures ... Friends of Boyden Deep sky objects for telescopes and binoculars For those of you who have binoculars or small telescopes , can try to find the following deep sky objects in the coming month. It is suggested that you get a decent starmap that shows all the constellations and at least a few familiar objects, especially those in the Messier catalogue. Sources for good starmaps include astronomy books from bookstores (“ Skywatching by David Levy for example – highly recommended) and libraries, as well as the internet. Websites with software programs include: www.skymap.com (download a demo version) , http://www.stella2000.com/ http://www.cybersky.com/ (evaluation versions available). Incredible starmap software on disk and CD became available with the entrance of the personal computer. Many telescopes can link up to an ordinary home computer like a printer does. Though pricey, they are very accurate and usually contain an immense catalogue. Objects to look for: (binoculars) M44 (Praesepe) in the constellation of Cancer, the Crab – OSC*

26. Tourist Information Kiosk Wolf1.hmtl in other endeavors. ASTRONOMY, Links to my favorite skywatching sites,star maps, meteor showers, comets etc. PROPHECY, With the millenium http://www.geocities.com/Yosemite/Gorge/1186/contents.html

WOLFWEB CONTENTS PAGE TOURIST INFORMATION KIOSK Here is a list of the pages found on my site and a brief description of what you will find there. new Every month I will post the new links I have found. Useful links, funny links, just plain bizarre links. Whatever new stuff I bookmark will end up in here. The following month, will see a new set, but I will create an archive page of past months. I may even include a what's new at Wolfie's column, to keep friends up to date with me. CONTENTS Uh, er... what did you click to get here? This is the contents page that you are on right now. WOLVES has a few pictures, but is really just a starting point for anyone who is interested in discovering the thousands of sites on the web devoted to this noble but misunderstood animal. From these few links, you will find links to Research, Art, Tributes and other sites dedicated to the Wolf. Camping Now includes Ontario, Algonquin, and Canadian Parks links. Some of Wolf's camping pics. Coming soon! best campsites reviews, Cooler Packing 101 FAMILY: Pictures of Wolf and his family and friends. I may add some little anecdotes as time goes on, and the camera clicks on, so who knows what pictures will be added next.

27. Unaided Eye Beginner Observer's Books Nake eye star charts Eight star maps of all the sky unaided eye circle star chartsSeveral star charts for skywatching by David H. Levy Nake eye star charts http://www.stargazing.net/david/eyes/nebeglib.html

HOME CONTENTS UNAIDED EYE OBSERVING Unaided Eye Beginner Observer's Books The below astronomy information covers various aspects of unaided eye observing and is subdivided into: Beginner Observer's Books Beginner Observer's Yearly Guides Beginner Observer's Video Tapes Beginner Observer's Cassette Tapes Also check the unaided eye advanced observer's books. Beginner Observer's Books To find these books first check your local library, then your astronomy club's book library, next try used book stores and then as a last resort check new book stores . Some of the books may be out of print and may not be available at new book stores. 365 Starry Nights by Chet Raymo Nake eye star charts: A alot of constellation star charts. Complete sky unaided eye circle star charts: None. An introduction to astronomy for every night of the year. Pages: 225 Nake eye star charts: Many constellation star charts. Complete sky unaided eye circle star charts: A star chart for each of the four seasons. A guide to stars and constellations and their legends. Pages: 72 Nake eye star charts: Complete set of all 88 constellation star charts.

28. Astronomy Book Shopping It discusses skywatching through the ages and about the tools and techniques nightsky from both hemispheres with highquality sky photographs and star maps. http://www.solarviews.com/store/astronomy.html

PRODUCTS SPACE SCIENCE EARTH SCIENCE TELESCOPES WEATHER BOOKS ASTRONOMY VENUS EARTH MOON ... CHILDREN'S BOOKS Astronomy Books Skywatching (Nature Company Guide) This is a great guide to the heavens for general readers of high-school age and up. It is full of beautiful photographs and illustrations. It discusses skywatching through the ages and about the tools and techniques used. It includes sky charts and constellation maps. The Cambridge Atlas of Astronomy This is a magnificent book of detailed information for your discovery of the Universe. It covers a broad range of material from Earth to the Universe and everything in-between. Through the Eyes of Hubble : The Birth, Life, and Violent Death of Stars This is a great book to travel though the eyes of Hubble. You will experience the violent life of stars. It contains beautiful Hubble Space Telescope photographs of our magnificent universe. The Photographic Atlas of the Stars This books shows the beautiful views of the night sky from both hemispheres with high-quality sky photographs and star maps. The entire sky is photographed down to 8th magnitude. Touring the Universe Through Binoculars : A Complete Astronomer's Guidebook "This comprehensive work takes you on a personal tour of the universe using nothing more than a pair of binoculars. More comprehensive than any book currently available, it starts with Earth's nearest neighbor, the moon, and then goes on to explore each planet in the solar system, asteroids, meteors, comets and the sun. Following this, the reader is whisked away into deep space to explore celestial bodies including stars that are known and many sights less familiar. The final chapter includes a detailed atlas of deep-sky objects visible through binoculars. The appendices include guidance on how to buy, care for and maintain astronomical binoculars, tips and hints on using them, and detailed information on several home-made binocular mounts." -

29. Astronomy 1: Introductory Astronomy Earth Sky skywatching center” on the class website (click on the January21 link from the skywatching page). You can find more star maps by browsing http://hven.swarthmore.edu/astro1/A1-orion-observing.htm

Astronomy 1: Introductory Astronomy Spring 2003 Orion Observing Exercise Due in class on Thursday, January 23 Go outside tonight, after about 7 PM , taking a piece of paper, pen or pencil, and perhaps a flashlight with you. Make a sketch – to scale – of Orion. You should see it in the southeast (more southerly and higher in the sky the later you go out, and you can do this any time after about Include the four bright stars at each corner of the constellation (right and left arms, right and left legs), the three stars in the belt, and the dagger. Please also include Sirius, which is just to the lower left of Orion (it’s the brightest star in the sky); it’s in the constellation Canis Major. You sketch should include the horizon, as well as the stars in Orion and Sirius (you can include other stars too, if you want). On the bottom and along one side of the sketch, you should indicate an angular scale, in degrees. Check out p. 6 of the textbook for a good guide to angular scale using your hands. Indicate on your sketch how many degrees it is from Saiph (Orion’s right leg – from his point of view) to Betelgeuse (right shoulder) and from Saiph to Rigel (left leg).

30. LookSmart - Amateur Astronomy index of tonight's sky, a skywatching forecast, a star parties, public education andrecreational star gazing access a selection of astronomy and weather maps. http://canada.looksmart.com/eus1/eus881235/eus881296/eus848584/eus1135722/r?l=

31. Sky Guides - Stargazing Books - Cosmobrain Astronomy Books x 4.55, 40 Nights to Knowing the Sky A NightBy-Night skywatching Primer by CambridgeUniv Pr.; 1996 Dimensions(in) 0.22 x 11.70 x 8.30, star maps for Beginners http://www.cosmobrain.com/bookstore/guide.html

Cosmobrain Astronomical Bookstore Sky Guides / Stargazing Books / Sky Maps Cosmobrain's Bookstore Related Topics : Cosmology Sky Guides / Stargazing Solar System Ordering Instructions: When you find a book that interests you, please click the title or cover image of the book to see its detail page. Here you will find more information about the selected item, including ordering and pricing information discount pricing availability and sample pages Click on Book Title/Cover to Order. Nightwatch A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe by Terence Dickinson Spiral-bound - 172 pages Firefly Books; 1998 Dimensions(in): 0.68 x 10.52 x 10.95 A Field Guide to the Stars and Planets by Jay M. Pasachoff Paperback - 578 pages Houghton Mifflin Co.; 1999 Dimensions(in): 1.21 x 7.25 x 4.55 40 Nights to Knowing the Sky A Night-By-Night Skywatching Primer by Fred Schaaf Paperback - 252 pages Owl Books; 1998 Dimensions(in): 0.73 x 9.22 x 7.36 The Stars : A New Way to See Them by Hans Augusto Rey Paperback - 160 pages Mariner Books; 1976 Dimensions(in): 0.48 x 10.81 x 8.58

32. Sky Publishing - Star-Finding With A Planisphere turning of the celestial sphere perplexes everyone who takes up skywatching. Sky PlanisphereDavid Chandler's Night Sky planisphere features star maps on both http://www.wwnorton.com/astro21/sandt/planispheres.html

STAR-FINDING WITH A PLANISPHERE By Alan MacRobert Adapted from T HE MOVEMENTS OF THE STARS have taxed the human intellect throughout the ages from ancient Babylonians seeking to predict sky events, to Greek philosophers wrestling with the structure of the universe, to beginning amateurs today trying to point a new telescope at the Andromeda Galaxy. At first, the turning of the celestial sphere perplexes everyone who takes up skywatching. Sooner or later the picture snaps into place and the whole setup becomes obvious. But those who think the sky's motion is inherently simple should try explaining to a beginner why every star follows a different curved path across the sky at a different speed. And why do some stars move from west to east while most move east to west? Can you explain why some constellations turn somersaults during the night while others just tilt from side to side? To bring the sky's motion down to Earth, astronomers for millenniums have built little mechanisms that duplicate it. A working model not only illustrates how the sky turns but can help locate objects at any given time. The simplest sky model is a planisphere.

33. Skymaps.com: Recommended Astronomy Books And Products Schaaf's ingenious program is a system of practical objectives and activities thatget readers actively involved in skywatching. Note, star maps comprise only http://skymaps.com/store/cat02.html

Home Services Store Downloads ... Help Choose a Category: Click one of these links New Releases Night Sky Guides Planispheres Books for Kids ... Astronomy Calendars Getting Started in Astronomy In Association with Amazon.com Earth's Biggest Selection! SUPER SAVER SHIPPING: Get FREE shipping on orders over $25 Nightwatch A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe by Terence Dickinson 172 pages, 3rd Edition, November 1998 Level: Beginner Do you want to learn about Astronomy but don't know where to start? Nightwatch may just be the right book for you. It is written as a complete first book on amateur Astronomy and it has helped thousands of stargazers worldwide through the initial stages of celestial exploration. Recently revised, Nightwatch contains chapters on The Universe, Backyard Astronomy, Stars for all Seasons, Stargazing Equipment (full of good practical advice including factors to consider before you buy your first telescope), Observing Deep Sky Objects, The Planets, Moon and Sun, Solar and Lunar Eclipses, Comets, Meteors and Auroras, Photographing the Night Sky, and Resources. In addition to 4 seasonal all-sky maps, a set of 20 detailed star charts are also included that provide instant information on hundreds of naked-eye, binocular and telescopic objects. Considered by many to be the best book of its kind.

34. Skymaps.com: Astronomy Calendars 2003 The star maps in this calendar are yearround reference charts the Spirograph Nebula,Saturn's Aurora, and star formation Includes Astrographs skywatching Guide http://skymaps.com/store/cat13.html

Home Services Store Downloads ... Help In Association with Calendars.com the Best Selection of Calendars in the Known Universe. Choose a Category: Click one of these links New Releases Getting Started Night Sky Guides Planispheres ... Deep Space Posters To purchase any of the products below click on the image. All transactions are safe and secure. Astronomy 2003 Wall Calendar This 12-month calendar includes international holidays, descriptive text, and moon phases. Features spectacular images of Embryonic Stars, the Pistol Nebula, Eskimo Nebula, Cartwheel Galaxy, Stingray Nebula, Jupiter Aurora, Hourglass Nebula, Spirograph Nebula, Saturn in Infrared, Planetary Nebula NGC 7095, M51 Whirlpool Galaxy, Serendipitous Asteroid, and Nebula NGC 6826. Astronomy Magazine 2003 Wall Calendar Calendar lists holidays and observances in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Australia, and more, as well as moon phases. A 12-month calendar including: The Orion and Horsehead Nebulae; The Ant Nebula; An Aurora over Alaska; Spiral Galaxy M83; A Total Eclipse of the Moon; Sunset over Monument Valley; A Deep View of Galaxies; The Red Planet; Star-forming Region S106; Planets Orbiting Gliese 876; The Crab Nebula; The Sun's Corona. Skywatcher's Calendar 2003 2003 Wall Calendar Read daily notes on constellations, scientist's theories about the universe, and starwatching hints. View stars with or without binoculars. Vivid color sky charts, timely data, and insightful articles alert you to planetary conjunctions, meteor showers, lunar and solar eclipses, and much more. The star maps in this calendar are year-round reference charts for people living in Canada, U.S. cities from Washington D.C. to San Francisco and points north, and most of Europe.

35. Surfing The Net With Kids: Backyard Astronomy Meet Deborah Byrd — author of this monthly skywatching column (my don star Attractions(the constellations), and star Chart (sky maps superimposed with http://www.surfnetkids.com/stargazing.htm

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36. Beginners Astronomy Books (UK) Levitt, IM Marshall, Roy star maps for Beginners Now in its 50th Levy, David H.skywatching An attractive and comprehensive introduction for the beginner http://www.astunit.com/books/uk-beginners.htm

This page last modified 2000 November 12 Beginners Astronomy Turn Left at Orion The new edition of this excellent book, packed with viewing tips and clear instruction. Also realistic drawings of what you can expect to actually see. Gribbin, John In Search of the Big Bang The best introduction to Big Bang. Very well written and explained. Recommended Gribbin, John A very good introduction to Quantum Theory. Kitchin, Chris Photo-Guide to the Constellations : A Self-Teaching Guide to Finding Your Way Around the Heavens The photographs of the sky as it actually looks under a variety of conditions, coupled with a detailed guide to star-hopping and other useful techniques, will enable you to quickly and easily gain a working knowledge of the constellations. Star Maps for Beginners Now in its 50th edition, this is an excellent guide to viewing the heavens. Levy, David H. Observing Variable Stars : A Guide for the Beginner A good introduction to this fascinating branch of astronomy, where the amateur still makes a valuable contribution. Has good charts and seasonal observing suggestions. Levy, David H.

37. Spacewatch Friday: The Great Planet Alignment Of 2002 Peaks Sunday And Monday, M PRINTABLE maps. For more feature stories and nightly skywatching tips Main SpacewatchPage. just to the north of the orange firstmagnitude star Aldebaran and http://www.space.com/spacewatch/planets_align_020503.html

SEARCH: Spacewatch: Backyard Astronomy advertisement Planet Alignment Peaks Sunday and Monday By Joe Rao Special to SPACE.com posted: 07:00 am ET 03 May 2002 The long-awaited gathering of the five naked-eye planets reaches its peak May 5-6 in the western evening sky. In a single glance you'll be able to see all five planets, a feat not possible again for decades. PRINTABLE MAPS Click to enlarge this graphic, which shows the alignment on three nights in May. Then print it and take it outside with you! STARRY NIGHT PRESENTS MULTIMEDIA Rare Planetary Alignment What you'll see, and why it is cool. Hosted by SPACE.com's Senior Science Writer Robert Roy Britt. Animated with Starry Night Software. You can animate the sky from home with the easy-to-use, award-winning Starry Night software MORE IMAGES SKY MAP: Where the planets are on May 6, 2002. Click to Enlarge HOW IT WORKS: The planet's orbital positions on May 6, seen from above, reveal why they will appear close in the sky from our terrestrial vantage point.

38. DRACO.com places on the web (as far as I can tell) that has maps of the Earth and Sky's skywatching;Spacewatch Your Sky Tonight; Jack Horkheimer star Hustler weekly http://home.wanadoo.nl/draco.com/astronomie/universum/waarnemen.html

Waarnemen CoeliStella 2000 (PC software) realistic simulation of the night sky, which features planets, comets, and over 15,500 stars Deepsky 97 Database, observing, and planning software for observer's Encyclopedia Smithsonian: Skywatchers Report Monthly Star Chart one of only two places on the web (as far as I can tell) that has maps of the evening sky that you can print out and use MyStarsLive interactive star chart North American Skies provides information on stars, planets, eclipses, meteor showers and other events visible in the sky Sky and Telescope - Sky at a Glance Sky Calendar Monthly calendar representation of naked-eye night sky highlights Stig's Sky Calendar ASTRONOMY 's Sky Show Skymaps.com Skywatch (space.com) Skywatcher's Diary Lists interesting events to look for in the night sky every day of the month Earth and Sky's Skywatching Spacewatch: Your Sky Tonight Jack Horkheimer: Star Hustler weekly TV series on naked eye astronomy Star Journey @ nationalgeographic.com Star Journey: The Heavens - Start Chart @ nationalgeographic.com ... Starman Definitive comic strip of astronomy designed to be an informative as well as an entertaining vehicle to help you discover the sky overhead 's This Week's Sky at a Glance Your Sky interactive planetarium of the web Home Astronomie Universum

39. AnyBook4Less.com - ISBN: 078354751X - Skywatching (Nature Company Guide) By Davi Title skywatching (Nature Company Guide) by David H illustrations range from ancientChinese star charts through medievil earthcentric maps to images http://www.anybook4less.com/detail/078354751X.html

AnyBook4Less.com Find the Best Price on the Web Order from a Major Online Bookstore Home Store List FAQ Contact Us Ultimate Book Price Comparison Engine Save Your Time And Money Keyword Author ISBN Skywatching (Nature Company Guide) Please fill out form in order to compare prices Title: Skywatching (Nature Company Guide) by David H. Levy John O'Byrne ISBN: Publisher: Time Life Pub. Date: September, 1995 Format: Hardcover Volumes: List Price(USD): Your Country USA Canada United Kingdom Currency Auto USD CAD GBP Delivery Only cheapest delivery All delivery options Include Used Books Are you a club member of: Barnes and Noble Books A Million Chapters.Indigo.ca Average Customer Rating: Customer Reviews Rating: Summary: Great for cloudy nights! Comment: This richly illustrated and clearly written book is a pleasure to read. Its author, David Levy, (discoverer of many comets, including Shoemaker-Levy which impacted Jupiter in 1994)is one of the great amauteur astronmers, and communicates his love of the heavens well. The star charts are done by Wil Tirion, the foremost celestial cartographer and author of many important sky atlases. The book itself starts with a valuable historical perspective, discussing ancient astronomy and classical and modern astronomers. It progresses through a presentation of our place in the solar system and the universe, and discussons of planetary and deep sky objects. Various types of instruments for observing are also discussed. Finally, there is a section on each of the constellations, and the objects within them, enriched by historical information and even a guide to pronouncing some of the Arabic and Latin tongue-twisters one encounters.

40. Skywatching once you are prepared, is to go skywatching with the Skymaps.com provides monthlydownloadable maps of the stars Sky This site allows you to make a star map for http://www.monroe2boces.org/shared/esp/Skywatch.htm

Sky Watching Astronomy is one of the best represented sciences on the Internet. This page highlights a few sites which are especially useful for students involved in the ESP Sky Watching unit. ESP's Elementary Astronomy Links has a number of additional resources. Just remember, the real fun, once you are prepared, is to observe the real sky! Astronomy for Beginners by Astronomy Magazine has some great resources for getting started. Astronomy with a Stick has solar observing resources to help students understand the change of the seasons. Calendars through the Ages will enlighten teachers and parents about the role astronomy has played in the way we structure time. The Constellations and Their Stars gives pictures and information on constellations and related mythology. The Constellations page of the Peoria Astronomical Society 's site is also a good resource. Earthview shows you what part of the earth is sunlit at the moment and what part is not, a useful view for understanding why there are time zones. It is part of the Earth and Moon Viewer The Farmer's Almanac is available on-line to check sunrise and moonrise times Fun in the Sun a site for students by the High Energy Astrophysics Division of the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics has some useful models and math problems about our star.

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