View a stunning sight in the sky

Get set to take part in an exciting and rare celestial event!

On the afternoon of April 8, there will be a total solar eclipse—when the Moon passes between the Sun and Earth and blocks the face of the Sun. (Find out about the science of the eclipse in “Rare total solar eclipse arrives” on page 14.) To enjoy this special event, here’s how to get started. Know where to watch The eclipse’s path will travel from Mexico to Canada over the US (see the map on the next page). About 32 million people live in “the path of totality” (the parts of the US where people can see the maximum phase of a total solar eclipse, when the Moon completely covers the face of the Sun). Some Americans have plans to travel to be in the path of totality. However, everyone…

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