CHICAGO (WLS) -- As the kids get out of school and the summer plan is taking shape, why not challenge the family to get outside and learn? National Geographic helping you along the way. Allyson Shaw, ...

Choose a telescope easy for a child to set up and use. Select a durable telescope that can withstand rough handling. Consider a simple telescope; complex ones can be discouraging. Prioritize a ...

Discover why stars twinkle at night! Learn how Earth’s atmosphere bends starlight, why planets shine steadily and explore ...

This article was originally published at The Conversation. The publication contributed the article to Space.com's Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights. Samantha Lawler, Assistant professor, Astronomy, ...

Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small ...

Parents looking to turn idle screen time into meaningful learning experiences may soon have a new tool to help. Peekaboo Planet, launching on Kickstarter, blends augmented reality with interactive ...

Next time your family is planning a trip to see the world, why not try to save it too? Many children care deeply about wildlife, so let your kids take the lead in your family’s fight against ...