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<P>This is a hands-on guide for both the budding astronomer in need of a mentor and the seasoned observer who wants to learn how to effectively share their knowledge with newcomers. Through decades of teaching observational astronomy at the high school and college level, the author has inspired thousands of beginners, and in this book he shares the many ways that you can learn and teach others, too. The chapters contain a plethora of practical projects in observational astronomy that can be done on your own or with others, delighting any hobbyist with the many wonders of the night sky. The activities are tailored for different skill levels, always starting from the basics and working their way up to more challenging tasks. They can be done outdoors with a telescope or indoors with a few simple materials, depending on the sky conditions and time of year. Make astronomy fun for all with these engaging DIY projects, which include step-by-step instructions for modeling, sketching, observing, recording, and many other interactive exercises.  Appropriate for the amateur who wants to teach their passion, the beginner who has their very first telescope, the binocular owner, and even those who do not yet own equipment, this book is your guide to forming and sharing a lifelong love for astronomy.</P>

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Front Cover.
Other Frontmatter.
Title Page.
Copyright Page.
Dedication.
Acknowledgements.
Introduction.
Contents.
1: Becoming a Star Mentor.
2: The Earth and Moon.
3: Exploring Size, Distance, and Motion.
4: Teaching the Visual Sky.
5: The Bowl of Night &#x2013; Spring and Summer.
6: The Bowl of Night &#x2013; Autumn and Winter.
7: Introducing the Inner Planets.
8: Welcome to Mars.
9: Discovering the Outer Planets.
10: Star Clusters and Nebulae.
11: Galaxies.
12: Telescope Equipment for Beginners.
13: Binoculars for the Beginner.
Glossary.
Bibliography.
Index.

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