Star patterns

Star patterns, also known as asterisms, are recognizable arrangements of stars that form shapes or symbols in the night sky, often created by connecting individual stars. These patterns are not official constellations but are familiar groupings used for navigation, storytelling, or identification of specific stars. For example, the Big Dipper is a well-known star pattern that helps locate Polaris, the North Star. Star patterns vary across cultures and can serve both practical purposes and cultural significance, reflecting human attempts to organize and interpret the vastness of the night sky.