Constellations
Transcript of Constellations
A group of stars that form a pattern
There are a total 88 constellations in the sky but many of them are visible from only the southern hemisphere
a well-known cross-shaped southern
hemisphere constellation.
the smallest of the 88 modern constellations
Shows the south pole
a group of seven bright stars
Forms pattern of a handle and a bowl
Shows the North pole
Actually the tail section of the Ursa Major
The Great Bear, which is a very large constellation that outlines the shape of
a bear
Big Dipper and Southern Cross
can be seen between April and June
Contain many bright stars
A large constellation located in the southern hemispehere
Can be seen clearly with its head, long body
tail and stinger between June and August
Is also known as ‘The Hunter’
Can be seen clearly as a hunter with a belt and sword between December and February
Show directions
Indicate the time to plant crops
Indicate the time to harvest crops