The April 8, 2024 Total Solar Eclipse has generated a lot of interest in all aspects of Space. The IU East Campus Library has created a resource guide featuring the IU East interactive Solar Walk, numerous facts about the Solar System, and books and activities for youth and adults to learn together. Additionally, we received funding from the Indiana University Foundation that enabled us to create a customized activity book. It is available for 100 individuals who participate in the Solar Walk at IU East, in Whitewater Hall on April 4th or 5th. Reservations are needed to ensure each tour group is not too large.

Science of planets, stargazing apps, history of space exploration

With so much information available, this curated content of reliable resources can be a helpful start to learning about space. The science of planets section includes e-books from NASA, there are five apps selected (for both Apples and Androids), and the history section includes content from the Library of Congress, NASA, National Archives, and National Air and Space Museum.

Books and activities

More than 40 books about space have been added to the juvenile non-fiction section at the Campus Library. These books can also be of interest to adults! There are a variety of activities for creative learning, whether in a classroom or home setting. Options include coloring books from planetariums, a space song and video to dance along, Citizen Science projects, and games from NASA. And we even provide the Oreo™ cookies if you want to create the phases of the moon.

The Total Solar Eclipse is an opportunity for a once-in-a lifetime experience. For lifelong learning about space, check out the myriad of resources in the IU East Space guide. Any questions about Space? Ask Us! iueref@iue.edu