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Solar eclipses offer a glimpse into our place in space. This collection of evergreen resources can make your eclipse preparation, education, or event really shine, whether or not you are on the central path of totality! 

 

 

 

 

 

• The Why Do Eclipses Happen? (aka the Yardstick Eclipse) is a favorite Hands-on Activity to allow your guests an ah-ha moment for both lunar and solar eclipses. 
• Ways of Knowing: Solar Eclipses Around the World offers ways to respectfully share eclipse understanding from many cultures
• Plan your event with this simple Partial Eclipse Party Planner. Most people will not be on the central path so will experience a partial eclipse. But the excitement is just as real! 
• Preparing for an Eclipse Public Slide Deck in collaboration with our partners at NISE covers viewing eclipses, including what to expect if you are not on the central paths - edit to make it your own! 
• The Moon Celebrations Poster is perfect for following Moon phases and celebrations around the world, updated annually! 

Plus, see the activities and resources from partners below for more great eclipse ideas! 

• The 2024 NASA Eclipse Resources include a Safe Solar Viewing Guide, Posters, and more!
• Andrew Fraknoi and a group of astronomy educators have created a collection of eclipse resources in preparation for the upcoming solar eclipses, including  32 educational activities.
• Find lists of safe solar viewers and filters from our partners at the American Astronomical Society.

Last Updated: May 9, 2025