Astronomy 001

I’ve been asked to lead an astronomy club for PS 102 in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. That invitation sounded interesting, but….

How do you run an astronomy club for young children? It’s easy enough to do a sidewalk astronomy event for them and their parents, but there’s a world of differences when you’re it, the parents are not there and you have to maintain their interest and attention a lot longer than 60 seconds at the eyepiece.

So, I’m starting this "notebook" of experiences, lesson plans, and whatever else seems appropriate so I can keep track of what makes a successful club (and what makes an unsuccessful one!).