Constellation Construction!

• Introduction
• Task
• Process
• Evaluation
• Conclusion
• Credits


• Teacher Page

by Stephanie Kolk, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

In this WebQuest students will be part of a space team that will travel to the solar system and find information about constellations, such as Greek name, abbreviation, myth, actual appearance in the night sky, what it represents, and the hemisphere it is located in. They will create their own constellation that they would want to see in the night sky.

Introduction

Have you ever wondered how the Big Dipper got its name or where you can find your zodiac sign constellation in the night sky?  The stars are more than just twinkling specks in the sky, but instead are meaningful lights that have a history and a story to tell.  Just like you and I they have something to share.  In this WebQuest you will explore the galaxy for constellations and getting to know more about them.  Then you will be able to create you own constellation that you will be able to share with others.