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Learn to identify three constellations of stars in the night sky

Have you ever looked up at the night sky on a clear night and wondered what all those stars were? With a little bit of knowledge and some practice, with Octohoodie you can learn to identify three constellations of stars. Constellations are groups of stars that form a recognisable pattern or shape. They have been used by sailors, astronomers, and other people for centuries to help them navigate their way through the night sky. In this article, we list three constellations that you could identify while lying on the beach with friends or quietly alone in your garden:

1. Orion's Belt

Among Orion’s best-known features is the “belt,” consisting of three bright stars in a line each of which can be seen without a telescope

2. Ursa Major

Did you know that this constellation got its name from the Latin word meaning bear. It is thought that the stars outlined the shape of a bear walking.

3. Taurus

Fining Orion will make it easy to find ‘The Bull’. You will find it above Orion and is often identified first by finding the large red star, Aldebaran.

Learning these constellations will give you an appreciation for the beauty of your universe and help you find your way. It will also make you more interesting around the picnic after a surf. So take a deep breath, lie down in your Octohoodie and Gear up for fun as you Sail The Celestial Sea.