The NSTA vetted source includes resources to help students describe patterns of the sun, moon, and stars using observation. Included are assessment ideas, videos, examples, lesson plans, and photos of student work.

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

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

What objects are in the day sky and the night sky? How do they seem to move? Come and explore with us as we discover the sun, moon, planets and stars! This detailed lesson plan includes pictures and videos of the lesson in action,...

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.