Eye Astronomy #16: Mira, Mira in the Sky
Hidden in the dim constellation of Cetus, the whale, Mira is a remarkable star. Here’s why.
Eye Astronomy #15: Lone Star
In the autumn, a bright star rises in the southeast. Its name is Fomalhaut, and it has no nearby companions. Why does it shine alone?
Eye Astronomy #14: Motion Overhead
In space, everything is always moving. So why do the stars seem to be fixed in place? By considering the pokiest naked-eye planet, we’ll soon find out!
Eye Astronomy #13: The Scorpion and the Teapot
On summer nights, Sagittarius and Scorpius will lead you to the center of our galaxy and back into history…
Eye Astronomy #12: The Dark and the Bright
How dark is dark? How bright is bright? Here are some surprising facts about those points of light (and other things) up in the sky…and about the sky itself.
Eye Astronomy #11: The Dragon
Dragons ought to be impressive, but Draco rather isn’t. Still, it does hold a special place in the night sky.
Eye Astronomy #10: The Spring Triangle
You might know about the Summer Triangle. But did you know there’s a Spring Triangle, too? There is! And it’s a lot like its summer counterpart…but also different.
Eye Astronomy #9: Dip Into Star Hopping
How to find your way among the stars.
Eye Astronomy #8: Why Stars Look Like That
How the universe plays games with our eyes.
Eye Astronomy #7: Three Out of Four Ain’t Bad
Sightseeing along the zodiac.
Eye Astronomy #6: The Mighty Hunter
Hunting treasures in the sky with the mighty Orion.
Eye Astronomy #5: Seasons in the Sky
Connecting astronomy to the seasons.
Eye Astronomy #4: The Winged Horse
Flying through the sky with the winged horse Pegasus.
Eye Astronomy #3: The Constellations
What contellations are and how to find them.
Eye Astronomy #2: The Planets
Discovering the planets with just your eyes.
Eye Astronomy #1: The Moon
Exploring the moon with just your eyes.