Stars in a Jar

Star gazing is one of my favorite things. Ever since learning about them in my high school astronomy class, I've loved looking upwards and pointing out the constellations I could remember and being in awe of their beauty. Hopefully someday I can give that same love for the stars to my sons.


Materials

• Wide mouth jar. (The jar needs to be wide enough to fit the small click light inside. A pickle jar works great.)
• Disposable cake pan
• Small click light
• Awl
• Scissors

Directions

1. Cut a strip of the cake pan long enough to fit around inside the jar and tall enough to reach to the very top of the jar. Use a spoon to brandish out any writing or crinkled parts.
2. Use the awl to poke holes for the constellations. 
3. I connected the constellation dots with a silver Sharpie to make them easier to spot.
4. Fill in the other space with more holes. Make the holes smaller than the ones used to make the constellations because it will set the constellations apart.
5. Roll the aluminum sheet until it fits snug inside the jar. Hold the circle in place by cutting two tabs and folding them in opposite directions.
6. Put the encircled aluminum sheet inside the jar. Turn the click light on and place the it inside. Top with the lid.
7. Take into a dark room and enjoy.
8. The night sky in a hold able form.