As part of its “See The Dark” initiative, Appalachian Mountain Club has worked with educators to develop an easy-to-implement, three-day mini-unit to help students learn about light pollution and the benefit of dark skies. The program is designed to be turn-key, fun and educational. It is based on NGSS standards and designed to introduce students to light pollution, the negative effects it can have on living things, and possible solutions. It is a three-day unit with each day consisting of a 60