Report on Nehru planetarium visit

Date : 26/2/2014 and 28/2/2014

Timing : 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Class : III A, B, C & D
Children of class III boarded the bus at 9 am along with in-charge
teachers and reached the planetarium at 10:20 am.
Firstly we went to Science Park around the Planetarium which provides
an opportunity to visitors to learn some elements of science in a natural and
playful manner. There are models on display like, D.N.A, Resonant Swings,
Whispering Dishes, Sun Dial, Giant Kaleidoscope, and Model of a Polar Satellite
Launching Vehicle (PSLV).
Next we entered the sky-Theatre show. There projectors project the sky
on the dome as seen by naked eyes. The sky shows are conducted every day.
Theres a great opportunity to learn more about planets, stars and other
interesting astronomy facts. Various elements of the universe, such as comets,
meteors, the cosmos, and the eclipses are shown here
Before entering to the Sky theatre, there is a Weighing Scale shows, it
shows ones weight on all the planets and also gives a print-out
Near the sky theatre theres a stall where one can buy books, science
kits, models, telescopes, Astro-photos, etc.
Later children played in the park for some time, shared food among each
other. On the whole it was exciting and amusing study trip for the students. It
gives very informative knowledge about the Universe/Space in a simple yet
scientific manner. The people who have a great interest in astronomy &
related facts will find this place more interesting.
There is something for every age and every interest