This section provides information and resources for teachers who wish to address the topic of eclipses in the classroom.
Book: AstraExplorer. The Sun, the Moon and Eclipses
An activity book for children aged 6 and over, designed to help them learn about the Sun, the Moon and eclipses in a fun way through games and experiments. Join astronaut AstraExplorer and her dog Rocket as they discover the secrets of the Sun, the Moon and those very special phenomena known as eclipses. Learn through the suggested activities and check your answers against the solutions provided on the back of the pages. Scattered throughout the activities, you’ll find various experiments and other hands-on activities so you can have fun whilst learning. At the back of the book, there are also templates and stickers you’ll need for some of the activities, as well as some extra stickers for you to use wherever you like.
Booklet: The eclipse trio with AstraExplorer
Children's guide in which the astronaut AstraExplorer and her dog Rocket explain the basics of eclipses and why the ones we’ll be seeing in Spain soon are going to be so special; they also show you how to make your own eclipse box.
Astronomy games
Primary education
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Secondary education
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Activity worksheets: Discover eclipses
These worksheets propose eclipse‑related activities aimed at pupils. Through practical exercises, students explore the dynamics of the Sun–Earth–Moon system, how solar and lunar eclipses occur, their different types, and safe ways to observe them. With the support of illustrations and photographs, the worksheets encourage understanding of this astronomical phenomenon and stimulate interest in science in a dynamic way, promoting enquiry and critical thinking. Their content can be easily integrated into the school curriculum and provides teachers with a useful educational resource to reinforce their lessons.
Early childhood education
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Elementary School
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Secondary Education
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High School
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