Make Your Own Sundial
The following link will provide your family with a list of needed materials, printables, and directions to make your own sundial! Thats right your family can use our star, the sun, to determine what time it is, only one of the many reasons why our sun has been so important in our lives.
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/letsgo/familyfun/Make_Your_Own_Sundial.html
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/letsgo/familyfun/Make_Your_Own_Sundial.html
Constellation Detective
The following link will provide your family with a list of needed materials, printables, and direction for an activity where you can test your constellation finding skills. We also encourage you to make up your own constellations, don't forget to give them a name!
http://www.astrosociety.org/education/family/materials/constellationdetective.pdf
http://www.astrosociety.org/education/family/materials/constellationdetective.pdf
Create your own Planisphere
Visit the following link to create your very own Planisphere! A planisphere is a special map that shows you what stars and constellations you can see at a given time and date. Learn how to use it, take it outside, and see if you can identify some of your favorite constellations with your naked eye!
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/letsgo/familyfun/Make_a_Star_Wheel.html
http://www.skyandtelescope.com/letsgo/familyfun/Make_a_Star_Wheel.html