Does this telescope work well (& is clear to see the moon,etc) for an 8yr old novice?dont want a plastic toy butneither a telescope fit for an expert.

I think a refractor telescope is hard to use and hard to see objects other than a bright moon. I would suggest looking into a reflector telescope instead. As far as the telescope itself, I think it is well built and good quality. It was just hard for our 9 yr old to use...and hard for me too.

I want to say 5'.. I bought it last Xmas for grandson.. Tripod is lt wt aluminum..If you take care of it it's a nice learning tool.. I thought it was worth the $...

is this product educational?

This telescope can be used to observe the craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, and even the moons of Jupiter. If you are more interested in terrestrial viewing it also works well for spotting birds. The amount of education one can receive from this telescope, or any telescope or scientific instrument, depends highly on the users own ability to properly operate the tool and their ability to understand what it is they observe.

for children what age?

Although its up to you, it may be best as a family activity or project for children between the ages of 7 and up who will enjoy watching celestial events. It's educational too. The product is packaged with software, two CD's with easy-to-follow instructions and a sky map to install. Hope your family will like it as much as mine.

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$PowerSeeker 50AZ Grab-and-Go Beginner Refractor Telescope$

PowerSeeker 50AZ Grab-and-Go Beginner Refractor Telescope

Product ID: 1158007

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Brand
Celestron
Eye Piece Lens Description
20mm 12mm and
Finderscope
Finderscope
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Model Name
PowerSeeker
Objective Lens Diameter
50 millimeters

💻Includes bonus astronomy software for 36,000+ celestial objects

🔭50mm aperture for crisp planetary views

⚙️Smooth manual yoke mount with slow-motion rod

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Description

🔭 Unlock the cosmos—your personal gateway to the stars awaits!

BEGINNER READY POWER - 50mm fully coated lens delivers stunning views of the Moon, Saturn’s rings, and Jupiter’s moons—no experience needed.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS SOFTWARE - Free Starry Night Basic Edition download unlocks interactive star maps and planning tools for your next session.
PRECISION SKY NAVIGATION - Manual yoke mount with slow-motion altitude rod ensures silky smooth, accurate tracking of celestial targets.
TRIPLE YOUR MAGNIFICATION - 4 eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens let you zoom in up to 118x for detailed exploration of the night sky.
PORTABLE STARGAZING ESSENTIAL - Lightweight and compact design means you can grab-and-go to your favorite dark sky spot or backyard.

The Celestron PowerSeeker 50AZ is a compact, beginner-friendly 50mm refractor telescope featuring a smooth manual yoke mount with slow-motion rod for precise aiming. It includes 4 eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens to triple magnification power, delivering up to 118x zoom. Lightweight and portable, it comes with a free download of Starry Night Basic Edition astronomy software, making it perfect for amateur astronomers eager to explore planets, the Moon, and more. Backed by a 2-year US warranty and expert support from the world’s #1 telescope brand.

Specifications

ASIN	B0000UMLYI
Additional Features	Alt-Azimuth Mount, Bonus Astronomy Software
Best Sellers Rank	#939 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #85 in Telescope Refractors
Brand	Celestron
Built-In Media	1.5x image erecting eyepiece, 20mm, 12mm, and 4mm eyepieces, 3x Barlow Lens, Finderscope, Mount, Optical tube, Star diagonal
Coating	Fully Coated
Compatible Devices	Laptop
Customer Reviews	4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (4,324)
Exit Pupil Diameter	0.33 millimeters
Eye Piece Lens Description	20mm, 12mm, and 4mm eyepieces
Field Of View	1.17 degrees
Finderscope	Finderscope
Focal Length Description	600mm
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00050234210393
Item Dimensions D x W x H	34"D x 30"W x 52"H
Item Highlight	Lightweight 50mm Refractor, Portable Grab-and-Go Design, Smooth Alt-Azimuth Mount, Beginner-Friendly Operation, Quick Setup
Item Weight	3.6 pounds
Manufacturer	Celestron
Manufacturer Part Number	21039-CGL
Model Name	PowerSeeker 50AZ Telescope
Model Number	21039
Mount	Altazimuth Mount
Number of Batteries	Unknown batteries required.
Number of Items	1
Objective Lens Diameter	50 millimeters
Optical-Tube Length	17.1 inches
Power Source	Manual
UPC	050234210393
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Two Year Limited Warranty
Zoom Ratio	118

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