Orion Basics
Find Orion’s Belt first, then trace the bright shoulder stars to confirm the full shape.
Beginner-friendly seasonal guides
Constellation Guides Library
Learn the sky one pattern at a time with practical cues you can use during evening observations throughout the year.
No prior experience needed
Season-by-season star patterns
Best viewed 30–90 min after dusk
Cassiopeia W Pattern
Use the five-star “W” high in autumn skies as a pointer toward nearby Andromeda.
Cygnus Cross
Follow the Summer Triangle to Deneb, then look for the long cross stretching through the Milky Way.
Leo Sickle
Spot the backward question-mark asterism first, then extend east to complete Leo’s body.
Scorpius Curve
Look for the bright red star Antares and trace the hooked tail down toward the southern horizon.
Ursa Major Pointers
Use the two outer bowl stars of the Big Dipper to point directly to Polaris.