The subject of the paper is the shift from an astrology-oriented astronomy towards an allegedly more objective, mathematically grounded approach to astronomy. This shift is illustrated through a close reading of Tycho Brahe's scientific...

Series of illustrated essays on the different ways that the human body has been represented in art and science across history considers medieval astrology, the ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture, Vitruvius's notion of body symmetry,...

Lesson plan questioning the degree to which Elizabethan audiences believed in destiny and astrology.

This New York University offers a summary of and commentary on "An Astrologer's Day" by R.K. Narayan.

[Free Registration/Login Required] This is a collection of photos and objects from the British Museum that pertain to Dr. John Dee, an astrologer, mathematician, alchemist and magician who acted as an astrological and scientific adviser...

Find out about Al-Battani, Arab astronomer, astrologer, and mathematician who introduced a number of trigonometric relations.

Using the early Dunhuang Star Atlas, an important historical and scientific document of the sky seen from China dating from before AD 700, learn about astronomical history from the perspective of China. Find resources and analysis that...

This site is a good resource to study Astronomy. It has six sessions: the Universe, the solar system, the earth and the moon, history of Astronomy, articles, famous astrologers and a glossary.

A brief explanation of constellations. Discusses what determines what stars and constellations you see, the difference between astrology and astronomy, and how NASA uses the constellations.

This site from EDSITEment provides a fun look at the Chinese culture by examining the animals of the Chinese Zodiac and the traits of the Chinese calendar.

An image of "Costume of the allegorical figure "Astrology"", created by Giuseppe Arcimboldo in 1585 (Pen, blue wash on white paper, 301 x 203 mm).

An image of "Abraham Teaching Astrology to the Egyptians", created by Antonio Zanchi, c. 1665 (Oil on canvas, 276 x 370 cm).

An ebook filled with information and classroom activities covering several astrological topics such as the Earth's rotation and the solar system. Many tips and teaching tools are available to aid in discovering what the sky has to offer.

A NASA space scientist provides 98 questions and answers about the sun, the center of our solar system.

Need information about the weather, history, gardening, or astrology? Look in the Farmer's almanac for much useful information. Enter your city and state to get local weather and more local information.

This paper presents the explanation behind the Zodiac signs. It discusses motions of celestial objects, the Plane of the Ecliptic, and the constellations of the Zodiac.

This article from PBS explains the role of priests in ancient Egypt as advisors to the pharaohs among other duties. Find out why the priests grew so wealthy and important in the government.

Is it true that the month of your birth can impact everything from your eyesight to your lifespan? Find out why some scientists are backing these unusual claims.

This survey of the planets includes all the basics, size, mass, atmosphere, length of day, and the like. It features interactive activities and learning exercises and compares all of the planets in colorful tables.

Vivid imagery of China is captured on this fascinating web site. Find photo journals, paintings, interactive movies, and more.

This site explores constellations found in the sky. Watch a video on the site that explores the constellations found in the winter sky.

This site presents a brief biography Rheticus, the Austrian mystic who was Copernicus' only student and who was later beheaded for sorcery.

Hispavista Horoscopo is a horoscope site that gives your daily horoscope in Spanish. In doing so, it gives you details in how you will fare in the areas of love, health, and work.

Students will be introduced to the Greco-Roman myth of Phaeton and how he created the Milky Way galaxy by critically analyzing The Fall of Phaeton by Rubens. They will then create their own constellation to be displayed in a classroom...