Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries Invites you to Register for Eclipse Glasses!

For all public library staff! It’s eclipse time again!

Two Solar Eclipses Coming to North America! An Annular Eclipse in 2023 and a Total Eclipse in 2024

Librarians – let’s get ready! We’ll support your eclipse efforts by providing eclipse glasses AND training. The STAR Net team, through a generous grant from Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and a supplement from NASA Science Mission Directorate is here to support public libraries through the distribution of over 5 million eclipse glasses, activities, and trainings through your state library!

To find out more or sign up for your own eclipse glasses, visit here or head over to STAR Net.

NASA GLOBE Trees Challenge 2022

Oct. 11 – Nov. 11: Help us estimate the number of trees that make up your area and contribute to tree and climate science by sharing your observations of trees! Tracking how trees are changing over time is a good indicator of an ecosystem’s health in a changing climate. Join the NASA GLOBE Trees Challenge and contribute data toward a better understanding of trees and forests.

Learn More NASA GLOBE Trees Challenge

Reminder: STEM Tales Applications are Open!

Apply today to be a part of the STEM Tales project, where you can enhance your Storytime and STEM programs for youth ages 4-8 with media read-alouds from thrilling places such as the International Space Station, mountains, forests, and the sea! Applications are due Monday, November 7th. Reach out to Claire Ratcliffe Adams at cratcliffe@spacescience.org for questions.

Learn more about how to apply!

“The STAR Library Network (STAR Net) is a hands-on learning network for libraries and their communities across the country. STAR Net focuses on helping library professionals build their STEM skills by providing “science-technology activities and resources” (STAR) and training to use those resources.

STAR Net is built upon a strong network of collaborators and partners, led by the Space Science Institute’s (SSI) National Center for Interactive Learning (NCIL).

Funding is provided by the National Science Foundation, the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, NASA Office of STEM Engagement, and the NASA Science Mission Directorate.

STAR Net Blogs

We are Water Story Sharing Contest – Enter to Win!

by Claire Ratcliffe Adams (SSI)

Storytime is a beloved part of any library, and the process of sharing stories is an important part of being human throughout all cultures and time! The We are Water project encourages you try Stop-Motion Animation in your Storytime and STEM programs!

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Water Storytelling for Earth Science Week

by Claire Ratcliffe Adams

Earth Science Week is just around the corner! Celebrate our beautiful planet October 9-15 with a stop-motion animation workshop with your patrons. Check out the resources shared during this webinar and the recording.

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What’s Next for Webb? Unraveling the Birth of Stars and Planetary Systems Webinar Link Bank

by Dillon Connelly

The world got its first look at the astonishing images captured by the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) in July. Dr. Elena Sabbi from the Space Telescope Science Institute shares about her work using Webb to study the formation of stars and planets. View the webinar recording and other resources in this link bank.

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World Water Day: Celebrate the Building Block of Life Webinar

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STAR Net's Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries Initiative!

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Artemis 1 Watchparty Registration

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