Are you ready for the total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8, 2024? This exciting event will find many parts of New York state in the path of totality, which means those areas will experience a total eclipse if skies are clear. Schools, libraries and cultural institutions are busy planning many different eclipse-related and STEM events to engage students of all ages in this rare phenomenon.
There are many helpful resources on the NYS Library's Youth Services Eclipse Resources page including virtual trainings, downloadable booklets, games, and activity and program ideas. The Eclipse Resources page also contains information on how to view an eclipse safely and where to obtain approved eclipse glasses before the big event. Check with your local public library to see what they have planned for the eclipse, and happy viewing!