ursa major

Cartoon characters show how people in the past used constellations to tell time and direction, as well as giving tips on how to use star groups today to keep from getting lost on Earth or on a journey through the stars.

A child explains the location of the Big Dipper, Little Dipper, and North Star.

A great brown bear that dances in the forest is imprisoned by a selfish princess, and the story of his escape explains the constellation of the Great Bear.

Presents what is known today and past beliefs about the Big Dipper, or Ursa Major, and gives added information on the North Star, or Polaris.

A collection of tales about the Big Dipper from various North American Indian cultures.

Explains basic facts about the Big Dipper, including which stars make up the constellation, how its position changes in the sky, and how it points to the North Star.