Kevin Manning
Astronomer
NY, USLearn from a real astronomer! Exciting astronomy classes, camps, and programs about different aspects of the universe using incredible photos, awesome video clips, and fun STEM hands-on activities.
Learn from a real astronomer! I teach exciting astronomy classes, camps, and programs about different aspects of the universe using incredible photos, awesome video clips, and fun STEM hands-on activities. My passion about the universe really shows where the ABC's of the Universe are brought to Light!
• Astronomer and science educator with lots of experience
• Consultant for NASA
• Chandra X-Ray Observatory (space telescope) with the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
• Wright Fellow at Tufts University
• Einstein Fellow working with NASA Headquarters, the US House of Representatives, and the US Dept of Energy Office of Science on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC
• Brookhaven National Laboratory
• I'm an author and written 101 Fun Facts on Astronomy and The Complete Guide to Building Your Own 8-inch Telescope
• Content Expert for Scholastic Library Publishing called Rookie Read-About Science: The Universe for four books entitled Earth, The Moon, The Stars, and The Sun
• Workshops include those made at Tufts University, State University of New York at Stony Brook, the National Science Teachers Association's National Convention, American Association for the Advancement of Science Breakfast with Scientists, and the National Parks Service
• Teaching is an art and requires patience and a thorough understanding of the subject to be able to help someone learn using various approaches and learning styles
• I feel it's important to be yourself and add a little humor because that has been shown through research to help an individual relax and learn better
• I love working with wood and have used it to build telescopes including one that is over ten feet long
Learn from a real astronomer! I teach exciting astronomy classes, camps, and programs about different aspects of the universe using incredible photos, awesome video clips, and fun STEM hands-on activities. My passion about the universe really shows where the ABC's of the Universe are brought to Light!
• Astronomer and science educator with lots of experience
• Consultant for NASA
• Chandra X-Ray Observatory (space telescope) with the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
• Wright Fellow at Tufts University
• Einstein Fellow working with NASA Headquarters, the US House of Representatives, and the US Dept of Energy Office of Science on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC
• Brookhaven National Laboratory
• I'm an author and written 101 Fun Facts on Astronomy and The Complete Guide to Building Your Own 8-inch Telescope
• Content Expert for Scholastic Library Publishing called Rookie Read-About Science: The Universe for four books entitled Earth, The Moon, The Stars, and The Sun
• Workshops include those made at Tufts University, State University of New York at Stony Brook, the National Science Teachers Association's National Convention, American Association for the Advancement of Science Breakfast with Scientists, and the National Parks Service
• Teaching is an art and requires patience and a thorough understanding of the subject to be able to help someone learn using various approaches and learning styles
• I feel it's important to be yourself and add a little humor because that has been shown through research to help an individual relax and learn better
• I love working with wood and have used it to build telescopes including one that is over ten feet long
Astronomy for Everyone: Size & Scale of the Universe
Format: PowerPoint Slide Presentation using numerous images and video clips 60-90 minutes [keynote, workshop, program, breakout, etc..]
This program is perfect for:
- Libraries
- Schools
- Civic Organizations
- Corporations
- Families
- Churches
- Celebratory or Inspirational Events
The audience will leave with:
- An...
Camp Universe: A Virtual Astronomy Experience (Telescope Kit Included)
Format: Camp Universe meets weekly M-F from 3:00pm - 5:00pm ET using Zoom
This program is perfect for:
- Children ages 5-13 and grades K-8 (please contact me for exceptions)
- Parents looking for a fun and unforgettable virtual astronomy camp for their kids that is literally out of this world
The audience will leave with:
- Many fun and educational STEM hands-on...
Virtual Astronomy & Space Academy
Format: VASA is a one-time introductory 45-minute class using Zoom giving an overview of our awesome universe and the technology used to understand its nature such as telescopes and space exploration.
This program is perfect for:
- Children ages 5-13 with even the slightest interest in science/astronomy/space travel
- Parents looking for a fun extraordinary experience that inspires their...
Cosmic Images Across the Spectrum
Format: Professional Development Workshop for Teachers
This program is perfect for:
- Innovative teachers interested in interdisciplinary activities to inspire their students
- School administrators looking for professional development opportunities for their teachers working with thematic units and alternative assessment strategies such as rubrics and checklists
- Science Department Chairs looking for...
Solar & Lunar Eclipses: What's Coming Up!
Format: A one-time introductory 55-minute class or program using Zoom describing what causes a solar or lunar eclipse and the importance of the "shadow" during two upcoming major events.
This program is perfect for:
- Anyone interested in learning more about and properly preparing for two major celestial events visible across America
- Schools, vendors or corporations interested in a unique fundraising...
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