Eclipse Lovers

Eclipse Lovers

Author: Nature Guys February 13, 2024 Duration: 20:19

Bob invites his partner Beth to share her passion for children's literature by describing 6 of her favorite books about the eclipse. In addition, Bob offers suggestions about places to view the totality of the solar eclipse including the Jenkins Forever Farm animal sanctuary where you can join Nature Guys for this spectacular display on April 8, 2024.

Related episode: Eclipse with Dean Regas

Here are the books Beth reviewed and recommends. Check them out at your local library or independent bookstore!

  1. Sunpainters: Eclipse of the Navajo Sun, written and illustrated by Baje Whitethorne
  2. Looking Up! The Science of Stargazing by meteorologist Joe Rao and illustrated by Mark Borgions, Ready to Read book bin the Science of Fun Stuff series
  3. A Few Beautiful Minutes: Experiencing a Solar Eclipse, written by Kate Allen Fox, illustrated by Khoa Le
  4. The Moon Book, New and Updated by Gail Gibbons
  5. Totality! An Eclipse Guide inn Rhyme and Science by Jeffrey Bennett, one of the Big Kid Science series
  6. Eclipse Chaser: Science in the Moon's Shadow by Ilima Loomis with photographs by Amanda Cowan, one of the Scientists in the Field adventure collection

Bob and Beth will be at the Jenkins Forever Farm. To reserve a Spot for the Eclipse Viewing at Jenkins Forever Farm: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/total-eclipse-of-the-farm-tickets-795748113027

Info from Dean Regas, Your Astronomer Host of the Looking Up podcast


Step outside with Nature Guys and let longtime nature lover Bob be your guide to the overlooked wonders just beyond your doorstep. This isn't a lecture from a distant wilderness; it's a friendly, grounded conversation about the squirrels in the park, the weeds pushing through the sidewalk, and the birdsong that forms the soundtrack to your daily walk. Bob believes that paying close attention to this accessible, exciting natural world is a powerful tool-it’s how we find a sense of calm, regain our focus, and cultivate the curiosity needed to care for our local environment. Each episode of this podcast dives into the specifics of a common plant, animal, or natural phenomenon you can likely encounter yourself, blending simple science with genuine enthusiasm. Listening feels like taking a walk with a knowledgeable friend who points out the fascinating stories in the ordinary, helping you build a deeper, more personal connection to the living world around you. The Nature Guys podcast is an invitation to slow down, look closely, and discover that you don't need to travel far to find a sense of wonder and a bit of peace.
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