Hey there, young astronomer! Guess what? Something super cool is happening in the sky! Two planets are going to line up with the moon, and it’s going to be quite a show. Let’s dive into the details!

You know that summer solstice when the sun is way up high in the sky? Well, this time it’s even more special because Mars, Venus, and the moon will join the party. This doesn’t happen very often, so it’s a big deal!

Celestial Alignment

• From June 19 to June 22, you’ll have a chance to witness this amazing alignment. On Monday, June 19, if you have some stargazing binoculars, you might spot the slimmest crescent moon hanging low on the western horizon. It’s going to be quite challenging to see because it’s only 3% illuminated, and the sky will still be pretty bright after the sun sets.
• The next evening, on Tuesday, June 20, things get even more exciting! The moon will be a bit brighter, almost 8% illuminated, and it will line up with Venus and Mars in the sky. It’s going to be like they’re forming a cool lineup just for us to see. And guess what? The moon will have this special glow called Da Vinci glow on its dark side. It’s sunlight reflected by our Earth onto the moon’s surface. So cool!
• But wait, there’s more! On Wednesday, June 21, the first twilight after the summer solstice, you’re in for a real treat. Mars, Venus, and the moon will form a right-angle triangle in the sky. The moon will be 13% illuminated, and you might even catch another glimpse of that Da Vinci glow. Just remember, Mars might be a bit hard to spot without binoculars or a small telescope.
• Finally, on Thursday, June 22, the show wraps up with a grand finale! This time, the moon will be 21% illuminated and will line up with Mars and Venus again. But this time, they’ll be above the pair, and the moon will be close to a star called Regulus in the Leo constellation. Quite a celestial spectacle, right?
• You know what’s amazing? You can see all of these incredible sights just using your eyes. But if you really want to see that Da Vinci glow up close on the moon, grab a pair of stargazing binoculars or a telescope. It will make the experience even more spectacular!
• So get ready, put on your stargazing hat, and enjoy the magical alignment of Mars, Venus, and the moon. It’s a once-in-a-while event that you won’t want to miss. Happy stargazing, little astronomer!

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