Twinkling stars in the night sky hold the wishes of many children and adults alike. Stars symbolize guidance and hope across the world’s cultures and religions. Especially thrilling is seeing a shooting star streaking across the sky. Shooting stars, also called falling stars, are meteors made up of space dust entering the Earth’s atmosphere so fast that it lights up and burns out. Wishing on a shooting star is supposed to guarantee your wish comes true. (Best to have a wish at the ready because shooting stars pass quickly.) Spotting a falling star is also a sign that good luck is shining on you. The opportunity to see a shooting star will depend on where you live. City lights make it more difficult to see stars. Next time there’s a meteor shower, find an area without too many city lights and enjoy the beauty and promise of catching a shooting star.