A remarkably realistic night sky awaits groups of up to 30. There is no need to worry about the weather, time of day or travel. The experience of entering the giant bubble fascinates. The excitement of being able to identify that bright red star from last night's sky or locating an elusive constellation sparks the imagination. Programs for K-8 actively involve students in observational astronomy.
Programs vary with the seasons to include the current night sky and astronomical phenomena.
Specific topics may be incorporated into programs for any of the grade levels with advanced requests. Mike Francis, a physical science and physics teacher and a lecturer for 10 years at the Charles Hayden Planetarium at Boston's Museum of Science , brings Night Skies to school systems throughout New England. In only ten minutes he can set up the dome in a gymnasium, auditorium, library or even a large classroom. Then the Universe awaits.