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Constellations. Ursa Major Native North Americans also perceived the pattern of stars as a bear. Ursa Major is associated with the nearby constellation.

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1 Constellations

2 Ursa Major Native North Americans also perceived the pattern of stars as a bear. Ursa Major is associated with the nearby constellation of “little bear”.

3 Leo lion The Latin word for lion is Leo Leo is also one of the twelve signs of the Zodiac In the southern hemisphere Leo will appear upside down

4 Orion The three stars which form a line through the middle of the constellation are known as Orion’s belt. The constellation of Orion, one of the most familiar constellations in the night sky.

5 Pegasus Pegasus is a white winged stallion from Greek mythology. Pegasus has been recognized for 2,000 years.

6 Hope you enjoyed our constellations by Laura & Skye.

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