Total Solar Eclipse August 12: How to View It Safely

A solar eclipse happens when the Moon moves in front of the Sun.

When the Moon covers the whole Sun, it is called a total solar eclipse.

On August 12, this will happen for people in some special places.

The total eclipse will be seen in Greenland, Iceland, northern Russia, Spain and a small part of Portugal.

It will also pass over the Atlantic Ocean.

People in much of Europe, Canada, northwestern Africa and parts of the northern United States will see only part of the Sun covered.

That is called a partial eclipse.

Looking at the Sun can hurt your eyes, so people need to watch safely.

The article explains where to watch, how to view it safely and what to expect.

It is a rare and exciting sight.