Classical Astronomy: Newsletter, Website, and Curriculum

Jay Ryan is a homeschool dad who lives in Cleveland, Ohio. Jay has been involved in astronomy writing since 1995. He was a contributing editor to Sky & Telescope magazine, he wrote an astronomy comic book called Cycles, he publishes an e-mail newsletter, and he has written articles for several homeschool magazines.

I’ve been a longtime subscriber to the Classical Astronomy e-mail newsletter. It’s very informative – both timely and historical at the same time! You can read all about The Astronomy of Easter by going to www.classicalastronomy.com/The_Sky_This_Month.asp and scrolling down to the bottom of the page. You can also sign up for his free newsletter at the website.

Jay’s website, www.classicalastronomy.com, is dedicated to helping the next generation rediscover our lost astronomical traditions. Classical Astronomy represents the traditional study of the sky as it has been done for centuries. Essentially, the starry sky offers an excellent opportunity to observe logic and order applied in a natural system.

New! Classical Astronomy Curriculum

Signs & Seasons: Understanding the Elements of Classical Astronomy by Jay Ryan is an awesome new Christian homeschool curriculum! Unlike the vast majority of astronomy books that focus on popular “Modern Astronomy,” Signs & Seasons teaches “Classical Astronomy.” This is the traditional, historical approach to studying the sky. Astronomy is the most ancient science and was part of the Quadrivium – one of Seven Liberal Arts of a classical education. Throughout history, people have told time and found direction from the Sun, Moon, and stars. This is the purpose for which the Lord created the celestial bodies – for signs and seasons, and days and years (Genesis 1:14). Signs & Seasons is a fascinating evolution-free curriculum that teaches this traditional, biblical basis for timekeeping and navigation. It features lavish illustrations, extensive field activities, and a large glossary – you are sure to love it! This is a golden opportunity for Christian homeschoolers who respect God’s creation to rediscover the lost traditions of a bygone era.

Signs & Seasons is $39.99 from Fourth Day Press. Pre-orders are only $29.99 – a 25% savings – if ordered before April 21, 2007. www.classicalastronomy.com/On_Line_Ordering.asp