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Constellation Coloring Pages
Welcome to our Constellation coloring pages section.
Constellations, the patterns of stars in the night sky, have fascinated humans for millennia. These celestial groupings often resemble animals, mythological creatures, and various objects, each with its own story and significance. Constellations serve as a map of the night sky, guiding explorers and inspiring countless myths and legends across cultures. This section celebrates the beauty and wonder of constellations, highlighting their astronomical importance and the rich tapestry of stories they represent.
Delphinus
Delphinus, the Dolphin, is a small but delightful constellation that can be seen in the night sky. According to Greek mythology, Delphinus represents a dolphin that helped the poet Arion escape from pirates. It's easy to spot because it looks like a tiny diamond or a kite. This constellation is located near the celestial equator, making it visible from most places on Earth during late summer and early fall.
Pleiades
The Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters, is a cluster of stars that forms a part of the Taurus constellation. In Greek mythology, these stars represent the seven daughters of Atlas and Pleione. The Pleiades are some of the brightest stars in the night sky and are often used to test one's eyesight—if you can see all seven stars, you have sharp vision! They are best seen in the winter months and are known for their beautiful, sparkling appearance.
Ursa Major
Ursa Major, the Great Bear, is one of the most famous and easily recognizable constellations. It contains the Big Dipper, a group of seven bright stars that resemble a ladle or dipper. The Big Dipper is often used to find the North Star, Polaris, which is part of the Little Dipper in the Ursa Minor constellation. Ursa Major is visible all year round in the northern hemisphere and has been a helpful guide for travelers and sailors for centuries.
Starry Night
by Vincent Van Gogh
(Dutch artist)
Greek Zodiac and Constellations
The Greek Zodiac is a circle of twelve constellations that lie along the plane of the ecliptic, the apparent path of the Sun across the sky over the course of a year. Each zodiac sign is associated with a particular constellation and has its own mythology and characteristics.
Star - curved lines
Star - straight lines
