Careers for Kids: Astronomer | Learn about careers in the field of astronomy

If you have ever looked up at the night sky and felt interested about what is out there, then becoming an astronomer might be the right career path for you! In this video for kids, we discuss what an astronomer does, and what it takes to become one!   For your information, the word astronomy comes from a combination of two ancient Greek words: astron, which means star, and omos, which means arranging the stars. Sometimes, astronomers are referred to as astrophysicists. Astrophysicists focus more on the physics of space and astronomers focus on the objects in space.   Astronomers do not just look through a telescope. They help unlock the secrets of the cosmos, understand the nature of celestial bodies, and push the boundaries of human knowledge. Simply put, astronomers study the planets and stars to learn more about how our world works, and how life started here. They study the positions of stars, which helps ships and planes navigate safely, and they take pictures of space to study and share. So, if you are curious about the literal mysteries of the universe, you should think about becoming an astronomer!   We hope you and your student(s) enjoyed learning about careers in astronomy! If you want even more information, head over to our website and download one of our many free lesson plans, full of activities, worksheets, and more!   https://learnbright.org/lessons/social-studies/careers-for-kids-astronomer/   Thank you for watching and learning with us! We’re constantly releasing new content and videos so click that “Subscribe” button and you’ll notified.   Find and Follow Us Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LearnBright/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/LearnBrightEducation Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/LearnBrightEducation YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/LearnBright Website: https://learnbright.org/   *Teachers and Parents! Did you know? In addition to these great videos, we have also created a library of high quality and engaging lessons for your elementary aged student(s). Visit us, sign up for a free account, and instantly you'll have access to thousands of lesson plans, learning materials, teaching instructions, activities, and assignments that your kids will really enjoy! We hope to see you soon!   Browse our entire collection of Social Studies lesson plans: https://learnbright.org/lessons/?filter_subject=social-studies   #astronomy #socialstudies