Astronomy

Solar System Simulator

A 3-D model of the sun with planets on movable arms. Teaches planet identification, sizes, distances, and colors. Guide includes planet position tables. 12" x 22" x 8". More.

Solar Motion Model

Help students understand the basis for Earth seasons and the apparent solar behavior with this solar motion model. The actual path of the sun through the local sky can be visualized for any place in the Northern Hemisphere. Comes in a completely assembl... More.

76mm Refractor Telescope

Maximum magnification of 140X. Objective lens diameter of 60 mm. Focal length: 700 mm. Finder-scope: 5 x 24 mm. Exchangeable eyepieces for different magnifications. Selectable 10mm eyepiece and 2X Barlow lens. Accessories include right-angle eye... More.

Astronomy I

Six transparencies with one overlay explore the relationships of the sun, Earth, moon, planets, and stars. Covers seasons, moon, eclipses, star chart, solar system, day and night. More.

KJ7 Konus Telescope

Precise optical instrument, made with extreme care in details. Equatorial mount with handle. Two-section metal tripod from 2-3/16" x 3-13/16". 5 x 24 finderscope. Moon filter. 2 diam. 24.5 mm (7/8") eyepieces H8 and H20. Type: re... More.

Waterproof Binoculars

BAK-4 high index prisms. Smooth central focusing. Nitrogen filled, multi-coated optics. Rubber-coated body. Waterproof, fogproof. Specifications: 10X-50X zoom magnification, 6.5-degree field angle, and 114M/1,000M. Includes built-... More.

Trippensee® Elementary Planetarium Model

An economical planetarium made by the makers of the world famous Trippensee® Planetarium. Chain and sprocket drive; sturdy plastic arm with compass for locating North Star; Earth globe with map; and moon globe movable to any position. Sun, 6" d... More.

Nasco 3" Reflector Telescope

Telescope uses a curved mirror to gather light. Aperture: 76 mm (3"), focal length is 700 mm (27-9/16"), and power is 28X-78X or 28X-156X including the 2X Barlow lens. Features exchangeable 9 mm (3/8") eyepiece, 25 mm (1") ey... More.

Exploring the Solar System Kit

Twenty complete lessons include hands-on activities that combine the Solar System Simulator and the Microslide® Viewer and lesson sets, to further investigate our solar system. Grades 4-12. More.

Trippensee® Lighted Elementary Planetarium Model

An economical, lighted planetarium made by the makers of the world famous Trippensee® Planetarium. Chain and sprocket drive; sturdy plastic arm with compass for locating North Star; Earth globe with map; and moon globe movable to any position. Sun,... More.