1. The Night Sky
The Plough

2. The Plough A constellation is a group of stars
The Plough also known as the Big Dipper is part of the constellation of Ursa Major (the big bear)
One of the easiest constellations to find and the best place to start star gazing
In the shape of a saucepan and handle

3. Stars in The Plough
Mizar
Alioth
Alkaid
Megrez
Phecda
Merak

4. Imaginary Lines Connect the Stars

5. Beyond the Plough 88 constellations
The ecliptic is the path of the sun among the stars
12 constellations that lie on the ecliptic form the Zodiac