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Reference Desk > Pathfinders > Astronomy
Astronomy
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2009 was designated the International Year of Astronomy (IYA).  It was in 1609 when Galileo used his first telescope to observe the heavens. 
 
Find more information on this topic at BPL.  Place a hold on any of these items by clicking on the title.  Also be sure to visit the websites listed at the bottom of the page, which include links to local astronomy clubs.
 
BPL took part in this celebration with a NASA Image Unveiling. The NASA Images are now on permanent display in the Tween section of the Children's Department. Find out more here.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Books:
 
 
 
Detailed illustrations, end-of-chapter quizzes, and no math make this a great book to help beginners understand this fascinating field of science. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Firefly Astronomy Dictionary by John Woodruff 
 
This is the go-to title for finding the definition and a short explanation of any astronomy term.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Learn about the phases of the moon, lunar landscapes, and the history of moon observation and exploration in this book written by a well-known lunar observer. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Stargazing by Peter Grego 
 
Check out this book for its handy tools, including star charts and a glossary.  It also includes pictures and instructions.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
Beautiful photographs and easy-to-understands illustrations set this astronomy guide apart.  Learn how to choose equipment, observe the sun and moon, and find constellations and more in every season.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Now that you've learned all about observing the sky, wouldn't it be great to capture some of the objects you've found with your digital camera?   This book shows you how.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Find out about Galileo's life as well as his scientific achievements with this program that first aired on PBS.
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
 
 
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Learn how to choose a telescope or pair of binoculars.  Once you have the equipment, this video will also teach you how to use and get the most out of it.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tons of small meteorites strike the earth each year.  Learn about these "stray bullets" and what is being done to prevent a massive cosmic collision.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Websites:
 
 
Astronomy 101  Work through the 10 lessons in this online course to learn the basics of astronomy.
 
Astronomy Picture of the Day    Visit this NASA site to see a new astronomy picture each day.  Also included is an explanation of the picture, written by an astronomer.
 
HubbleSite  Visit the home of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope.  View photos taken with the telescope, use the monthly stargazers guide, find astronomy museums, and more.
 
International Year of Astronomy 2009  Read news, find local events, and discuss topics related to the International Year of Astronomy with other astronomy enthusiasts.
 
 
 
Local Astronomy Clubs:
 
 
Astronomy Club of Akron  Portage Lakes
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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