One of my trusted colleagues works for Discover the Universe in Canada and shared these resources for the upcoming Eclipse in April. Another great resource to consider in US libraries for the 2024 eclipse is Solar Eclipse Activities for Libraries (SEAL).

ENGLISH:

·       one-page information sheets about the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse to distribute to patrons (Youth, General)

• 2024 Total Solar Eclipse poster to display
• one-page information sheet about solar viewing and safety to distribute to patrons and for reference of library staff
• a timeline and checklist for library staff to reference when planning and managing an eclipse viewing event
• reading lists of relevant books for various demographics to distribute to patrons and showcase in the library

FRENCH:

• a checklist for teachers and educators
• message to administrators on why the eclipse is important (helpful for arguing why you should do something for the eclipse)
• Information about eclipse glasses
• Slide deck with critical information about the 2024 solar eclipse (short, long

Happy viewing!

Meredith Goins