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Mesopotamia: Astronomer: Astronomers of Babylon

For Students 3rd - 8th
Study the Babylonians accomplishments in astronomy. This early civilization developed a calendar and were able to predict near-future events based on the reading of the stars. Scroll through a story and engage in a challenge reinforcing...
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National Museum of American History: The Remarkable Star Map of Simeon De Witt

For Students 9th - 10th
Simeon de Witt created his star map in 1780 after studying European star maps and the skies. His is the 'oldest surviving Anglo-American star map.' Read about the history of star maps, a biography of Simeon de Witt, and the influence his...