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Inspire the next generation of space explorers with the National Geographic Child’s Reflector Telescope with Solar Filter. This compact, beginner-friendly telescope offers a safe and exciting way to observe both the wonders of the night sky and the Sun—thanks to the included tested solar filter. It’s fully assembled out of the box, making it ideal for young astronomers eager to start observing straight away.
With a 76mm aperture and 350mm focal length, this Newtonian reflector telescope captures crisp views of celestial bodies like the Moon, Saturn, and Jupiter, while the solar filter allows safe viewing of sunspots and solar activity.
Optical Design: Newtonian Reflector
Aperture: 76 mm – bright and clear images for planetary and solar viewing
Focal Length: 350 mm
Magnification Range: 18x – 175x (with included eyepieces and Barlow lens)
Mount Type: Azimuth – simple up-down, left-right movement, perfect for beginners
Pre-Assembled Design – Ready to use right out of the box
Sun Filter Included – Safely observe solar activity such as sunspots and flares
Smartphone Adapter – Capture photos and videos to share with friends or on social media
Complete Accessory Set – Everything needed for instant exploration
This telescope opens up the skies both day and night:
Solar Observation – Safe with included sun filter
Lunar Exploration – View craters, valleys, and ridges
Planetary Viewing – Spot Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, and more
Astrophotography – Use your smartphone to capture and share your discoveries
Reflector Telescope (pre-assembled)
Azimuth Mount with Full-Height Tripod
2 Eyepieces: 4mm & 20mm
2x Barlow Lens – Doubles the magnification of each eyepiece
Sun Filter – Tested and safe for direct solar viewing
Smartphone Holder – Capture images and videos with ease
Astronomy Software – For learning and stargazing guidance
Moon Map (Download) – Learn to identify lunar features
Mirror Diameter: 76 mm
Focal Length: 350 mm
Magnification: 18x – 175x
Mount: Azimuthal
Dimensions: 60 x 60 x 135 cm
The National Geographic Child’s Telescope with Solar Filter is an exciting and safe way to explore both our star and the stars beyond. With its intuitive design, rich accessory package, and solar-ready capability, it's a fantastic first telescope for curious young minds.
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