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Constellation Project 50 points

Ancient civilizations used to look up at the stars and create stories from the patterns the stars made in the sky. These mythological tales have been passed down to present day. You will be assigned a specific constellation and will be required to research information about the constellation to be turned in for a project grade.

Please answer the following questions in a 2-3 page paper, typed 12-pt font, 1-inch margins:  Describe the story of the constellation. Does it have any relationships to other constellations, if so what are they? (8 points)  Approximately how many stars are in the constellation? What are the common names of the major stars in the constellation? Do any of the names have special significance? (8 points)  From which civilization did the constellation originate? (2 points)  What are its astronomical coordinates? (8 points)  How far away is the closest and furthest star in the constellation? (4 points)  Based on the story you’ve researched; explain what connection the constellation might have with you? (Your horoscope? Reminds you of a childhood moment? Reminds you of a family or friend?) (4 points)

Along with the write-up, you will also be graded on the following attributes:  Please attach a picture of your constellation that notes the major stars present in it. This can be an image found online or your own accurate drawing. (4 points)  Along with the write up and image, you will be required to create a 3-D model of the constellation. This portion is open-ended and can be as creative or realistic as you’d like, as long as it is three-dimensional. (4 points)  You will also be required to provide your resources.(4 points)  Lastly, you will also be graded on neatness and creativity. (4 points)

Remember: plagiarism will not be tolerated. If you have questions about citing or re-phrasing, come see me. Name: ______Date: ______Period: ______

Constellations Rubric

Your project will be graded using the following rubric:

Criteria 0 2 4 8 Name and Story No story given Inadequate Part of story Thorough of Constellation story/missing given/ explanation/ information/ no inadequate cited well/ other citation citation const included Number of stars No information Incorrect number Either number of Complete listed and given of stars listed and stars listed or identification and names of major only a portion of names of major significance of stars given major stars stars given major stars listed named & accurate number of stars given Civilization No civilization of Identified origin or correctly in a incorrect complete civilization given sentence Location in sky No mention/ Missing one/ Info mostly Complete and inaccurate partial complete, only accurate inaccuracy lists one month when it’s visible Location of Nothing Inaccurate Accurate names stars mentioned measurement and distances given given Connection Question not Vague answer Complete and answered identifying articulate connection analysis of connection to it Image No image/ Image accurate/ Professional inaccurate/ no cited (if appro) looking/ citation (if appro) accurate/ cited (if appro) 3-D Model Missing/ Accurate and Creative, unprofessional in adequate professional, and construction accurate Citation No citations Citations listed, Citations given but not in MLA properly listed in (Automatic ½ format correct MLA credit) format Neatness & Appears minimal Enough effort Impressive and Creativity time spent went in to professional complete project

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Constellation Project Sign-up Sheet Period ______

Write your name next to the constellation you desire to research. ONLY ONE STUDENT PER CONSTELLATION.

Orion ______Draco______

Casseopia ______Andromeda______

Cephus ______Canis Major and Minor

Ursa Major and Minor ______

______Aquarius______

Hercules______Sagittarius______

Cancer______Taurus______

Libra______Scorpious______

Virgo______Hydra______

Aries______

Cygnus______

Bootes______

Gemini______

Aquila______

Pegasus______

Leo______

Pisces______

Capricornus______

Lyra______

Persus______Name: ______Date: ______Class: ______