Start where it's convenient—the back yard or someplace else close to home may suffice, if you can find a spot free from the glare of nearby lights—and get the kids involved at every step.

If you prefer evening observing, there’s another close pass awaiting you in the nighttime sky: Mars passes 2° south of Pollux in Gemini at noon EST, appearing to the star’s lower right in the ...

Observing the night sky can be done with no special equipment, although a sky map can be very useful, and a good telescope or binoculars will enhance some experiences and bring some otherwise ...

And for another, more portable sky gazing option, we've got the best binoculars for kids. Best tabletop telescope Best tabletop telescope The FirstScope is a great tabletop telescope, ideal for ...