Kids are like thirsty little sponges that soak up information. Their minds are clear, and they don't suffer from any preconceived notions like adults. Teaching astronomy to kids can be one of the most rewarding tasks that a teacher or a parent ever undertakes.
One of the most wonderful things about teaching astronomy to kids is that all kinds of other topics must be included in any astrology learning experience; science, math, history, reading, art, photography, chemistry, etc. Astronomy, while it fascinates the kid, can also act as a portal to other learning experiences.
Almost all of the great astronomers of history became fascinated by the night sky as children. Expose your children to astronomy from an early age. Encourage their natural curiosity by giving them toys that are related to astrology. There are hundreds (maybe thousands) of "space toys" available both online and off. There are posters, prints, and calendars about space as well. The Internet is packed with websites that are devoted to teaching kids about astronomy. You can find them easily by using your favorite search engine and typing the words, "astronomy for kids" into the search box.
Additionally, a wide array of astronomy software is designed for children of all age levels. There is astronomy software even for very young children like Sesame Street Ernie's Adventures in Space and Zoom Astronomy--Enchanted Learning Software. If you really want to find games, toys, software, calendars, posters, or prints that are related to astronomy for your kids, you won't have any problem at all locating it. The problem might be in choosing which to purchase.
Many little boys and girls become fascinated with space. They want to grow up to be astronomers and astronauts…and some of them will.
