There's no single "first" star in the night sky! It depends on a few factors:

* Your location: Different parts of the world have different constellations visible at different times of year.

* Time of night: As the Earth rotates, different stars become visible as the night progresses.

* Brightness: The brightest stars are the easiest to see, but not necessarily the first to appear.

Here's what you can do to find a bright star:

1. Pick a direction: Face north, south, east, or west.

2. Look for the brightest object: Stars appear as points of light, unlike planets which can seem to twinkle.

3. Use a stargazing app: Many apps like SkySafari, Star Walk, or Stellarium can help you identify stars and constellations based on your location and time.

Enjoy your stargazing! 🔭✨