How-To Manual for Teachers and Astronomers Table of Contents 1. Introduction: What is Project ASTRO? Project ASTRO Materials About the Astronomical Society of the Pacific 2. Kids and Science:The Project ASTRO Philosophy Being a Project ASTRO Partner: Suggested Approaches 3. Key Ideas About Parnerships Ten Steps to a Successful Partnership More About Communication More About Time Committment 4. Finding a Partner For Astronomers: Finding a Partner Teacher How to approach school personnel For Teachers: Finding a Partner Astronomer About amateur astronomers 5. Partnership Strategies Integrating the Astronomer into the School Program Two main approaches Possibilities Partnering in the Classroom Three scenarios: what would you do? 6. Starting your Partnership Planning Guidelines Planning Checklist The First Visit Ideas and icebreakers 7. Guidelines for Teachers Roles and Responsibilities Tips for Teachers Professional vs. amateur astronomers 8. Guidelines for Astronomers Roles and Responsibilities Reaching Teachers Tips for Astronomers Teaching Tips for Astronomers How to be effective in the classroom 9. Involving Families, Community and the School Getting the School Involved Linking with Outside Resources Involving families and the Community in Project ASTRO 10. Ideas for Support and Publicity Getting Administrator or Employer Support Getting Publicity 11. Special Events and Good Ideas Star Parties Forming a School Astronomy Club Using Telecommunications and Astronomy Software