In this lesson, you will learn about the phases of the Moon.
Essential Question: Why does the Moon appear to change throughout the month?
In this lesson, you will learn about the phases of the Moon.
Essential Question: Why does the Moon appear to change throughout the month?
Why does each moon phase repeat about once a month?
Place the phases of the Moon in order starting with the New Moon.
Waxing Gibbous
Waning Gibbous
Waning Crescent
New Moon
Waxing Crescent
First Quarter
Full Moon
Third Quarter
Draw a picture of the Moon during the Waning Gibbous phase.
During which phase of the Moon would you expect it to be brightest outside at night? Explain your answer.