Young Children as Scientists - September 15
Includes a Live Web Event on 09/15/2026 at 1:00 PM (PDT)
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- Early bird pricing available!
- Non-member - $30
- Member - $30
- Regular Price after 08/31/2026 11:59 PM
- Non-member - $40
- Member - $40
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1pm - 2pm PT / 4pm - 5pm ET
Early Bird Registration through August 15: $30, Regular Registration through September 15: $40
My Sky Tonight was a collaborative program and research initiative focused on engaging 3 to 5-year-old children in science practices through hands-on astronomy activities, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). The project team created a set of research-based, hands-on astronomy activities that are rich in science practices and designed to be developmentally appropriate for pre-K children, covering topics such as changing shadows, Moon phases, day and night, and space exploration.
This workshop will share tested, successful strategies for engaging young children with astronomy, some of the online assets available from the project, and activities that are frequently used by libraries, museums, and parks. In addition, we will share a list of materials used for running the activities, and instructions for crafting your own substitutes.
Participants may earn a certificate of completion for participating in 1 hour of professional development.
Early Bird Registration through August 31: $30, Regular Registration through September 15: $40
Attendance/Refund Policy
Live attendance is strongly encouraged and expected in order to get the most out of the interactive session. A recording will be available for those who cannot attend live or who would like to review the content.
Theresa Summer
Astronomy Educator
Astronomical Society of the Pacific
Theresa Summer has been active in astronomy education since 1998. She shares her love for astronomy with everyone… in planetariums, museums, classrooms, tutoring and public observing events.
At the ASP since 2016, Theresa has been developing programs to spread astronomy and science literacy around the globe. She is the creator of the “Confidence & Curiosity: Girls at the Telescope” workshop and award winning video series, as part of NASA’s Girl Scouts Reaching for the Stars, the team that produced the GS Space Science badges
With a specific focus on social justice and increasing opportunities for marginalized voices, Theresa’s secret mission in life is to make science more welcoming to all. She believes that science is for everyone, and is an important part of being an active citizen in today’s world.
