Based on images from the Chandra X-Ray Observatory, this is an excellent glossary of all the constellations, including the ones that make up the Zodiac. Find images, photographs, and an excellent background narratives concerning each...

Information about 88 constellations, including the myths associated with them and details of the major astronomical objects that are part of them.

Is that a lion in the sky? Find out what the constellations are, how they were named, and when stargazers might see specific ones throughout the year.

An excellent site dedicated to the constellations and information about the objects which make them up. Contains a great deal of information about various stars, galaxies and other objects, as well as details on how best to observe them.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of constellations.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Overview of constellations.

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.

Fifth graders evaluate and communicate information on the apparent movement of constellations using a variety of resources: interactive star map, planisphere, videos, modeled demonstration, and online resources.

Do you like to look up into the night sky? There are so many stars, it can be mind boggling. Some ancient people marked time by the changes in star patterns. We still use changes in constellation patterns to mark astronomical time. This...

[Free Registration/Login Required] Study the diagram of the Centaurus Constellation, and then answer the challenge question to check for understanding.

In this lesson plan, learners practice their graphing skills by following directions to recreate constellations.

View a selection of familiar constellations while learning about Zodiac signs and how constellations got their names.

This site from the Sky Server of the Sloan Digital Sky Survey provides the information here on constellations. "Here is your chance to make up your own constellation!" Learn about the various constellations and then play the game.

This lesson will demonstrate how to predict constellations in the night sky. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Constellations."

This lesson will demonstrate how to predict constellations in the night sky. It is 3 of 4 in the series titled "Constellations."

This lesson will demonstrate how to predict constellations in the night sky. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Constellations."

This lesson will demonstrate how to predict constellations in the night sky. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Constellations."

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about constellations. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.

Constellations are patterns formed by groups of stars. Take a look at some of the familiar constellations.

Kids learn about the constellations in the science of astronomy. These stars that form patterns when viewed from the Earth have been studied since ancient times.

Players identify constellations by multiple choice or by typing in the correct name. Two skill levels. Includes links to Fact Monster dictionary, encyclopedia, and atlas entries about constellations.

Find out what you know about constellations by completing this crossword puzzle!

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.

Here's a short explanation about the twelve special constellations in the part of the sky called the Zodiac.