Print out this star chart and help kids align it to the night sky to locate and identify stars and constellations. Using a star chart is a great opportunity to talk about stars and why some look bigger and brighter than others.
To use the star chart inside instead, use a straight pin to poke holes through the white dots and hold the chart up to a flashlight in a dark room.
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