Jeff Seward

Children And Astronomy

There is a big benefit in skill nowadays and the require thereof in our youth; yet with a little activity by adults in the science of astronomy and a relatively inexpensive teenager telescope you could show the universe in an undivided new way. There ... Read >

Going To The Planets With Your Eyes And Imagination

A good way to teach your kids their first lesson about the eight or nine (depending on how you wish to tell them about Pluto) planets of the solar system is by combining factual lessons with visible sightings of the planets. How to Teach Your Kids abo... Read >

About Our Planets, Part Two: Beyond the Asteroid Belt:

In the previous article, we tackled the planets nearest the sun, and which could easily be seen in the night sky. From Mercury to the asteroid belt, our nearest neighbors appear almost like stars, and can make star gazing a fascinating activity for bo... Read >

About Our Planets, Part One: The Rocks Nearest the Sun:

When we glimpse the millions of stars in the night sky, it can be difficult to imagine that some of them are planets, only thousands of miles away, and within our solar system. However, with the proper tools, and with knowledge of the planets, you can... Read >

How You Can Measure The Size Of Planets

Ever wondered how scientists came up with planet sizes? It's not like somebody took a really long measuring tape and wrapped this around one planet to take its specs, right? Well, it has to do with mathematics and the gift of observation. Distance did... Read >

Astronomy Space And Beyond

Astronomy could be distinct as the offshoot of skill that deals with the learning of natures and beckon of space bodies like stars, planets and galaxies. There are yet different definitions for Astronomy. This includes the analysis of worry and clothes fu... Read >

A Look At Life In Space

Life's basis is a conundrum for which naturalism has no answer. For this very argue many have abandoned the naturalistic explanation. Those who wait in the naturalist camp usually say one of two effects. Some tell us life came from outer interim. Others s... Read >

A Little Bit About Earth

Our home world Earth is the third earth out from the Sun and is the principal and densest of the four personal planets. Earth is also the first earth out from the Sun that has a Moon and is the only earth in our Solar System where liquid waters exists in ... Read >

The Zodiac Sun Sign

Your Sun sign represents the sign of the Zodiac that the Sun was in at the time of your birth. The Sun rules willpower and ego. It is the core of who you are and what you are about. Your Sun sign represents the main direction and focus you want your l... Read >

The Incredible Planets, Moon, And Mercury

When most of us think of astrology, we think about our natal sign and not much else. Do you know what some of the major influences are though, that define these Zodiac signs. First and foremost is the Sun. It is the center of all life and represents a per... Read >

Lets Look At Moon Fever

Of all of the celestial bodies that capture our attention and fascination as astronomers, none has a greater influence on life on planet Earth than it's own satellite, the moon. When you think about it, we regard the moon with such powerful significance t... Read >

How To Moon Gaze

For many of us, our very first experience of learning about the celestial bodies begins when we saw our first full moon in the sky. It is truly a magnificent view even to the naked eye. If the night is clear, you can see amazing detail of the lunar surfac... Read >