On Monday, April 8, millions of people across North America will experience a total solar eclipse. Are you one of them?
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More resources to enjoy the eclipse
- Sharing the eclipse with tiny humans? Check out these kid-friendly total solar eclipse learning guides from Vermont Public's But Why, and this great explainer from KERA Kids on the difference between a solar and a lunar eclipse.
- Plan to wander into the wild for the best view? Here are some tips from outdoor experts.
- Tips from Bill Nye on the best ways to enjoy the eclipse.
- Feeling whimsical? Here are three ways to sprinkle a little magic into your eclipse experience.
NPR will be sharing highlights here from across the NPR Network throughout the day Monday if you're unable to get out and see it in real time.
Fernando Alfonso III contributed reporting.
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