Why does the moon turn blood red during a lunar eclipse?
From Mystery Doug
Summary
Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Why does the moon turn blood red during a lunar eclipse?" -- and follows the clues. During a lunar eclipse Earth blocks the sun, but a little sunlight bends through our atmosphere and paints the moon red. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.
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Discussion
Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Why does the moon turn blood red during a lunar eclipse?"
- What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
- What surprised you most about lunar eclipse, or what did you already know?
- What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: lunar eclipse, atmosphere, blood moon.
Try it: Explain the answer to "Why does the moon turn blood red during a lunar eclipse?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.