Eclipse Resources for Parents and Educators

Get ready for the eclipse on April 8 with this collection.

On April 8 parts of New Hampshire will be in the path of a total eclipse of the sun and NHPBS will be live-streaming the event from Lancaster!

  • NHPBS Eclipse Live Stream - NHPBS will be hosting a livestream of the total eclipse of the sun on April 8th from noon – 4 PM (totality happening at 3:29 PM) live from Lancaster, NH. Join NHPBS and witness this celestial spectacle from one of the prime viewing locations in the Granite State.
  • Vermont Public Eclipse Live Stream - Northern Vermont will be in the final path of totality for a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.
  • Maine Public Live Stream - Livestream of the 2024 Solar Eclipse from Maine.

NHPBS Classroom Resources

Here are some NHPBS resources to prepare you and your students for the event!


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