What we do:
The responsibilities of the astronomer:
In charge of a monthly calandar.
Draw the shapes of the moon on the calandar to see the cycle of the moon.
Spot constellations.
The preschooler can:
Identify the shapes of the moon- full, crescent, half, etc.
Draw it.
Identify the dates on the calandar.
As they get older:
Study constellations- the night sky.
Which constellations are seen what time of the year.
Plan events on the calandar- write it out.
(We use a dry erase calandar)
Identify birthdays and special events each month.
How we make it fun:
Learn constellations together.
Spot stars coming out.
Talk about how beautiful the sky is.
Plan special events on the calandar.
Character building:
Appreciation for the universe.
Appreciation for holidays and birthdays.
