Latin and Astronomy (Planet Names) - Latin Connections

This is part of a series on how Latin connects to other subject areas. If you are interested in teaching Latin connections to other fields of study, check out these other great resources!

• Latin and the Periodic Table
• Latin and Zodiac Signs
• Latin and Brain Anatomy
• Latin and Your Muscles

Nine 11x8.5" posters, illustrating how the names of the eight planets in our solar system (seven planets plus dwarf planet Pluto) come from Roman mythology.

Each poster includes:

• Illustrations
• English and Latin names for the planet
• Latin and Greek names for the god/goddess
• Whether the planet was known to the Romans or discovered later

Possible uses:

• Short presentation to students of Latin OR astronomy
• Bulletin board display in Latin classroom or science classroom

Purpose:

• To emphasize connections between Latin and other subjects
• To encourage interest in Greco-Roman mythology