How do we find constellations?

Once you become familiar with one constellation, it becomes easier to find others.

For example, my most familiar constellation is Orion. He is easy to find and rather large. So in the Winter, if you find Orion, you can find Betelgeuse in Orion’s left shoulder, or find Rigel in his foot. Also Orion’s Hunting Dogs are always nearby to find.

Let have you practice! Play this game to practice finding the constellations in the sky!

http://www.kidsastronomy.com/astroskymap/constellation_hunt.htm