Stars and Constellations

The Dome of the Sky -  .

[ Teens/Mature Teens ] - An online planetarium showing views of the stars and constellations at different latitudes and different dates through the year.

Amazing Space: Tonight's Sky - [ Kids/Teens ] - A monthly stargazing guide showing key constellations visible in the sky at this time and telling a little about them. Links to shows from the past year, and the one for next month as well.

The Constellation Table - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Mythological information on numerous constellations of interest, including the Big Dipper, Orion, and Zodiac signs.

The Constellation Web Page - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Offers a constellation table of information on over 85 constellations, from Andromeda to Vulpecula.

The Constellations - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Offers a brief description on three types of constellations, notably the Zodiac, the Big Dipper and Little Dipper, and the mythical phoenix.

The Deep Photographic Guide to the Constellations - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Color photographs of the constellations, including an animated slideshow.

Deep Sky Images - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Arizona night sky gallery organized by type of celestial object. Includes divisions into summer and night skies.

Earth and Sky's Skywatching Center - [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Go in your own backyard and see the wonders of the universe. Features astronomical events for each night.

Jack Horkheimer: Star Gazer - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Archives of PBS' radio show, "Star Gazer" with illustrations [RealPlayer].

NASA - A Star Is a Big Ball of Gas Storybook - [ Kids ] - An easy to read virtual book which tells us what stars are.

Stars - [ Mature Teens ] - Provides extensive information about stars and how they are held together.

Stars and Constellations - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Brief information on both stars and constellations, including the sun. Features definitions of constellations and a list of the 26 brightest stars in the solar system.

Thinkquest: A Mystery of Space: Stars - [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Learn about the universe, especially stars. There are two versions of the site to choose from, one for younger kids (under 12), and one for older kids (13 and over).