How the constellations got their names – for children

The beauty of the night sky has fascinated humanity since time immemorial. The powerful gods, brave heroes, and mythical beasts from ancient tales were projected onto the heavens, with stars and constellations named in their honour. Now you too can discover these age-old stories of love and hate, heroism and cowardice, and read about how the constellations got their names. These myths and legends are retold in a way that even young children can understand. How did Perseus, Andromeda, and Cassiopeia end up in the sky? Why is the most famous constellation called the Plough? What does your star sign look like in the heavens?