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Grade 6 Science Starter Lesson: Moon Phases

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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?
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Why does each moon phase repeat about once a month?

Place the phases of the Moon in order starting with the New Moon.

  1. Waxing Crescent
  2. Full Moon
  3. Waning Gibbous
  4. Third Quarter
  5. Waxing Gibbous
  6. New Moon
  7. Waning Crescent
  8. First 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.