Summary
Learn abuot what causes the phases of the moon! Our fun science video for kids will teach you about the crescent, quarter, gibbous and full moon.
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Teaching resources
Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Moon & Its Phases:
- What did the video show about moon & its phases that surprised you?
- What is one question you still have after watching?
- Where have you noticed moon & its phases in the world around you?
- How could you test or observe part of this yourself?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- In one sentence, tell a neighbor what moon & its phases means.
- Draw or write one example of your own, then check it against the video.