We make the stars come out during the day with our 16X20X12 planetarium. When set up in a school gymnasium, about 25 students per 30-minute session can see the stars and constellations projected inside the dome just as they will appear overhead that night.

The star projector can also demonstrate how the Earth's rotation makes the stars appear to move and how the constellations change with the seasons.

At the end of each planetarium presentation, John tackles the students' astronomical questions with down-to-earth answers. Grades 4, 5 and 6 can benefit the most from this show, though it's fun for all.

Check John's Report Card. Here are some commments from other teachers as well as visitors to Buckhorn Observatory. John earned an "A" in Astronomy as well as Enthusiasm.

"...the students and I really appreciated your time and effort in coming here on Tuesday night. I know they learned a lot and enjoyed the trip through the sky. Thanks very much."

Cathy, I.E. Weldon Secondary School, Lindsay, Ontario

 

"We spent Wednesday to Friday at an outdoor camp and the students proceeded to pick out nearly every stellar feature that you taught them. It was truly magical."

Brian Lavendar, Rhema School, Peterborough, Ontario

 

"Hi, John. We just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful stargazing session you gave us when we visited."

Gill and Mike Jones, U.K.