There are solar eclipses and lunar ones too. Space vehicles passing overhead. Nighttime skies so bright they are awesome. Go out and look. Take your 'scope or binoculars - whatever, just go look. Use the Sky Gazing Journal to write down and draw what you see. If the movies Interstellar or Gravity inspired you, then get a Star Gazing Journal. Make notes about the Rosetta landing. Awesome stuff. Now you don't have to make astronomy observation notes on little scraps of paper or in funky notebooks. Record your sky viewing observations in an orderly way with this easy-to-use stargazing journal. Each page includes blank areas that allow you to sketch exactly what you're seeing in the night sky. You can also keep track of the date, time, lunar phase, longitude, latitude, sky conditions, and the equipment used. Make note of how many meteors you see during the Leonid and Perseid meteor showers. Follow a comet over the course of many nights. Or, just jot down how spectacular the night sky was on a certain date. You can even make note of the International Space Station (ISS) as it passes over your location. It's awesome to observe! Each time it passes, it's on a different trajectory. There are many celestial events to observe, in addition to the stars, constellations, and planets. With this stargazing journal, you'll be able to plan ahead and then record your observations. It's an astronomy journal you'll keep for years!

The sun, moon, stars, and planets have been a source of wonder and fascination for as long as humans have inhabited the earth. In Sky Gazing, a highly visual guide to observing the sky with the naked eye, kids aged 9–14 will delve into the science behind what they see, whether they live in a dark rural setting or under the bright lights of the city. Exploring astronomical objects and events, this captivating book takes young readers on a tour of our solar system and deep space beyond, with explanations of how objects like Earth’s moon were formed and the “why” behind phenomena such as eclipses, northern lights, and meteor showers. Curious sky gazers will discover how to find and observe planets — no binoculars or telescopes required! — and star charts will guide them in spotting constellations throughout the seasons and in both hemispheres while they learn about constellation myths from cultures around the world. Activities include tracking the cycles of the sun and moon and observing the sky during daylight hours or on a cloudy night, while astronomer profiles and sidebars on space technology and current issues such as light pollution help ground kids’ discoveries in the ancient and enduring science of studying the sky.

A practical guide to viewing the universe.

If you go outside on a clear night, you can't help yourself. Your head tilts back, your eyes rise up, and you find yourself gazing at the stars . . . WOW! From the beginning of time, people have admired the night sky's beauty. The night sky is our oldest picture book, and Wishing on a Star retells some of these stories from around the world in simple language that kids can understand. Wishing on a Star also includes lots of fun activities that celebrate the stars. Learn how to make a twinkling thaumatrope, fly a starry kite, and act in your own constellation play. Star maps and stargazing tips show how to find the constellations, and cool science facts teach more about the stars.

This charming exploration of the night sky -- featuring a star finder and glow-in-the-dark stickers -- which has more than a quarter of a million young astronomers enjoying the night sky in countries around the world, is now completely revised and updated. A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky is the perfect introduction to the always fascinating world of astronomy. Children ages eight and up will find out what astronomers have learned (and are still discovering), what astronauts and scientists explore, and what they can find by gazing up into the sky at night. Author Michael Driscoll explains how stars are born, the achievements of the great scientists, the history of space exploration, the story of our solar system, the myths behind the constellations, how to navigate the night sky, and more. Whimsical color illustrations throughout and handy definitions and sidebars help engage younger readers and develop their interest. Also included are a nifty star finder tool and fun glow-in-the-dark stickers.

The perfect gift for stargazers and astronomy lovers alike, this journal is a stylish homage to the constellations of the universe. Featuring celebrated illustrator Kelsey Oseid's signature paintings of many of the constellations of the night sky, from Andromeda to Pegasus, this keepsake journal with dotted paper and lay-flat binding gives you plenty of space for writing, doodling, and dreaming.

The night skies are full of wonderous objects, from stars to satellites. Use this PAPERBACK Star Gazing Journal to write down and draw what you see. Record and keep track your sky observations in an organized manner with this easy-to-use logbook. Each page includes a grid area that allows you to sketch exactly what you're seeing in the night sky, or if you are into astrophotography, you can simply glue your image onto the grid area. Then, in the lined space provided, you can keep track of the date, time, lunar phase, longitude, latitude, sky conditions, and the equipment used you used. Taking notes on astronomical observations is a valuable tool and time-honored tradition, so why note join the millions of professional and amateur astronomers! This book is 7x10 inches in size. Not too big to carry around but not too small where it is hard to draw or write in. It comes with white pages and a glossy cover.