Ursa Major
means “big bear” in Latin. Within Ursa Major lies the Big Dipper. This constellation is usually visible at night. Many people use it as a compass because it always points north. This constellation has a great mythological history. It has been written about by philosophers and poets for centuries.
Ursa Minor
, or "Little Bear", is a constellation that contains the Little Dipper. This collection of stars has been represented throughout Greek mythology.