Presents information on Halley's Comet including its discovery, impact on history, planned investigations related to its 1986 return, where and when to make observations, and predicted calendar of events. Gives general information on comets such as physical structure, theoretical origin, and paths and provides an annotated reference list. (JM)

Provides: (1) a historical look at people's relationship with the heavens and at how the science of astronomy developed; (2) four activities; and (3) two ready-to-copy pages with student exercises. Activities include objective(s), recommended age level(s), subject area(s), list of materials needed, and procedures. (JN)