This kit is one of four solar science kits available for use by New Mexico public libraries. Libraries can use these kits and the associated training to develop engaging space science programs before and after the eclipse that capitalize on increased public interest in solar science.
The Multi-generational Programming Kit includes items to safely observe the sun and allows a multi-generational audience to learn about eclipses.
Kit includes:
- Tub
- Coronado Personal Solar Telescope
- Telescope Case
- Telescope Mount
- “When the Sun Goes Dark” book
- Large Sunoculars
- Big Sun, Little Moon (Handout Only) (Spanish version)
- Telescope manual
- Telescope cleaning instructions
- SEAL activity guide
Please see the user manual for kit images, manuals, and inventory.
Helpful links:
The manuals for the telescope and mount
Telescope user guide
Telescope setup training video
Recorded Webinar Training
More about Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL) and the upcoming solar eclipses.
Additional SEAL virtual training videos
To view the activities and how to videos, see Big Sun, Little Moon (Handout Only) (Spanish version).
Librarian Instructions:
Included with this kit is a inventory of the trunk. Please verify inventory is correct when you return the trunk and sign and date the inventory. If any materials are missing, please notify us as soon as possible, and make note of it on the inventory.
Your completed inventory and any completed surveys should be placed inside the trunk and returned with the trunk to the New Mexico State Library.