Program : The audience hears captivating tales of the season's constellations drawn from a variety of cultural myths and legends. They'll learn how to easily spot these constellations and will even get the opportunity to role-play characters as we journey through the night sky!

Grade Level : 2nd-5th

Program Length : 60 minutes (40 to 45 min. presentation + 15 min. activity)
In general, seasonal programs will include :

The Myth of the Bears	The Legend of Hercules and the Lion & The Summer Triangle
The Tale of Andromeda and Perseus	The Myth of Orion

Activity Options :

Starscope
After selecting the constellation of their choice, children construct their own home-made "planetarium" tube.

Starfinder
Students are introduced to how a starfinder/planisphere works and help build one of their own.

Night Sky Tour
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.

Program Cost : $295.00 for up to 100 participants
Please inquire for larger audience sizes. Multi-program discounts available. Material fees apply.
Effective 1/1/08, a fuel surcharge of $10 per 25 miles beyond Waterown, CT will be added.

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)