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In addition to the main image site, NASA has additional areas dedicated to specific topics. For Astronomy buffs, NASA posts each day a different image or photograph of … learn more

Explore the wonders of the solar system and universe with these self-paced astronomy lessons. Our lessons for middle/high school students are meant for self-directed online learning. Many of … learn more

These best astronomy lessons and activities to help teach and celebrate the study of celestial objects, space, and much more. April is Global Astronomy Month, but with the … learn more

Since speculation about Stonehenge, a new interdisciplinary exploration has emerged, archaeoastronomy. It is the blending of understanding ancient civilizations and the constellations. Fascinating…

Akkana Peck has compiled a wide range of astronomy resources, from The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Moon and Galilean Moons of Jupiter (an interactive web page) to his … learn more

Science doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, for most of the history of our investigation of the universe we used nothing more than sticks and stones. Just … learn more

The big question in the comments last week was, “BUT WHAT ABOUT ECLIPSES?” Today, Phil breaks ’em down for you.\ CrashCourse Feb 13, 2015

Whatever your interest – animals, the environment, geology, astronomy, chemistry, ancient times, physics – there is a science career for you. Learn more about what scientists do on … learn more

Since its 1990 launch, the Hubble Space Telescope has changed our fundamental understanding of the universe. Named in honor of the trailblazing astronomer Edwin Hubble, the Hubble Space … learn more

The world’s most popular magazine covering astronomy, observing, and spaceflight news. The world’s best-selling astronomy magazine offers you the most exciting, visually stunning, and timely coverage of the … learn more

The collection of science lessons is designed to cover key concepts and skills in the areas of astronomy, biology, chemistry, physics, earth science, and scientific practices.  Many of … learn more

Astronomical Society of the Pacific. Many of the ASP Programs, through the Education Staff, have produced science-rich, astronomy activities, materials, and kits used by educators, families, amateur astronomers, … learn more

Standards-aligned activities and experiments for K-12 students, from modeling the night sky and observing the moon to guessing interplanetary distances and exploring sunspots. These engaging, TEKS/TAKS-aligned activities create … learn more

Time and Date. Seasons can be defined in several different ways. The astronomical definition is based on the equinoxes and solstices, and spring begins with the spring equinox or vernal equinox. In the Northern … learn more

Sky Image Lab is a custom image laboratory that has been in business for over 20 years. We specialize in producing museum quality, digitally remastered, prints of our Earth, … learn more

You don’t have to be a scientist or math whiz to teach about the James Webb Space Telescope, says Denise Davis, NASA’s education specialist. NASA has a variety … learn more

An Earth science curriculum focuses on the study of the planet, and its place and relation to the rest of the universe. An Earth science course teaches students … learn more

The Museum is renowned for its exhibition and scientific collections, which serve as a field guide to the entire planet and present a panorama of the world’s culture. … learn more

SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy) gives you a taste of the wide range of resources available from NASA. Both pictures and videos are available from this airborne … learn more

The Lake Afton Public Observatory’s star charts (Kansas) could be compared and contrasted with those at JPL (California) — different views from different states. While much of the … learn more

StarChild is another resource aimed at young children with activities emphasizing space and astronomy. The site includes lesson plans which show you some of the ways you can … learn more

Windows to the Universe, from the University of Michigan, just seems to grow more and more incredible each month. Astronomy is a hook to interdisciplinary resources in the … learn more