Galileoscope Kit

Galileoscope Kit - View the sky and celestial bodies just as Galileo did 400 years ago. This high-quality telescope kit was developed by leading astronomers, optical engineers, and science educators to help students understand how early astronomers made their discoveries. Once assembled, the telescope will offer views of lunar craters and mountains, four moons circling Jupiter, the phases of Venus, SaturnÍs rings, and countless stars invisible to the unaided eye. Easy-to-assemble, this 50mm diameter telescope fits any standard tripod. Standard 1" focuser also accepts wide variety of optional additional eyepieces. Educational activities and observing guides for use with your Galileoscope are available for free at www.TeachingWithTelescopes.org. -- Magnification: 25X to 50X. -- WARNING: -- Use with adult supervision only -- WARNING: -- Do not look at the Sun with the Galileoscope; severe eye damage will occur.