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February 2022 Starry Night at Home: Citizen Science

Citizen Science Starry

Anyone can be a citizen scientist! All you need is time and curiosity. Explore how your family can help scientists make observations and collect data through three astronomy-based citizen science projects.

Citizen Science Project #1: Gravity Spy

Help scientists at the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) search for gravitational waves! Classify glitches so that scientists can better understand these ripples in spacetime.

Click here to search for gravitational waves!

Citizen Science Project #2: Galaxy Zoo

Observe telescope images of far-away galaxies and classify them based on their shapes. Help scientists discover what galaxies can tell us about the formation–and future–of the Universe.

Click here to explore distant galaxies!

Citizen Science Project #3: NASA’s GLOBE Cloud Challenge

Click here to photograph and identify clouds!

Help climate scientists by making cloud observations with the GLOBE Observer app. Or, participate from the comfort of your home as you identify cloud types through the NASA GLOBE CLOUD GAZE online citizen science project!

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Materials List: Egyptian Starry Night at Home

We are excited for you to participate in Girlstart’s Starry Night at Home, including an Ancient Egyptian Mythology star show and hands-on STEM activities! Gather materials from around the house and join us on Thursday, May 6th for Starry fun.

Crocodile Characteristics

  • Brass fastener
  • Crocodile template (attached)
  • Glue or tape
  • 2 googly eyes
  • Green cardstock
  • Markers
  • Scissors
  • White cardstock

Egyptian Shaduf

  • 2 chopsticks
  • Masking tape
  • Plastic bin
  • 8 popsicle sticks
  • Scissors
  • Small paper cup
  • Stick of clay
  • String
  • Water

Paper Cup Pyramid

  • Paper cups

Tinkercad Egyptian Pyramids

  • Computer, laptop, or tablet with internet access
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Materials List: Earth Day Extravaganza

We are so excited for you to participate in Girlstart’s Earth Day Extravaganza! Gather your materials and join us on Earth Day, April 22, for hands-on STEM fun.

DIY Plant Press – Dallas Arboretum

  • Absorbent paper
  • Cardboard
  • Leaf and flower cuttings
  • 2 pieces of wood
  • 2 utility straps, webbing belts, or large zip ties

Oil Spill Clean-Up

  • Cocoa powder (approximately 1 tablespoon)
  • Cotton ball
  • Dishwashing detergent (“grease-fighting” detergent works best)
  • Paper towels
  • Plastic bin or container
  • 2 small bowls
  • Spoon
  • Tablespoon measure
  • Vegetable oil (approximately 4 tablespoons)
  • Water

Pinwheels and Wind Energy

  • Paper
  • Pencil with eraser
  • Scissors
  • Tape
  • Thumbtack or T-pin

T-Shirt Upcycling

  • Old t-shirt (size adult medium or larger shirts work best)
  • Permanent or fabric maker
  • Ruler
  • Scissors
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