Sombrero, whirlpool, tadpole and sea shell. These unofficial names of galaxies are just one element of astronomy kids explore at Astronomy: Discover the Universe camp at Capilano University. Sombrero, ...

Have you ever looked up on a clear night at the stars and noticed that some of them seemed to twinkle or dance? This twinkling is due to the Earth’s atmosphere. When light reaches Earth from a star, ...

An upswing of interest in space and rocketry, spurred in part by private space flights making the news in recent months, means the Winnipeg chapter of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada (RASC) ...

Our picks of the best telescopes for kids are easy to use, affordable, and a great way to introduce youngsters to the night sky. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Can you guess how long it would take to cycle to the moon? Do you know how far you can see into the solar system? Find out more with our kids' guide to astronomy by local astronomer Mark ...

What was the Star of Bethlehem? Did the star really exist? Find out more with our kids' guide to astronomy by local astronomer Mark Lawrik-Thompson. The BBC is not responsible for the content of ...