Program : In this fun and fascinating adventure, students learn to spot some of the wild animals and mythical beasts that inhabit the sky as they connect the dots. This program includes storytelling, music, interactive presentation, and student costume/role-playing.

Grade Level : 2nd-5th

Program Length : 35 to 45 minutes

Activity Add-ons :

Starfinder
15 to 20 minutes, students are introduced to how a starfinder/planisphere works and help build one of their own.

Night Sky Tour
15 to 30 minutes, an outside review of major constellations and stellar navigation (weather permitting).

Post-Visit Activities :
Constellation Detective
Heroes of the Sky

Note :
This program may be modified to emphasize the myths and legends of particular cultures including Greek & Roman, Egyptian, Native American, Mayan, Chinese, etc.

National Science Standards addressed : A, B, D, G (view standards)

Connecticut Science Standards addressed : 5.3 (predictable motion and changes of the Sun, Moon, and stars)