Activity
Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Changing Constellations

For Students 3rd - 5th
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...
Handout
Ducksters

Ducksters: Astronomy for Kids: Constellations

For Students 1st - 9th
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.
Lesson Plan
Education.com

Education.com: Star Unit [Pdf]

For Teachers 5th
[Free Registration/Login Required] In this lesson plan, 5th graders will demonstrate their understanding of constellation patterns and earth movement by writing and illustrating a legend about a specific constellation.