Moon Phases
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Objective
I can explain how the moon's position relative to the Earth and Sun causes the phases of the moon.
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Warm-up video
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Practice
7 questions
Explain why the moon appears to change shape throughout the month.
Describe the position of the Earth, Moon, and Sun during a new moon. Why can't we see the moon during this phase?
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe the position of the Moon relative to the Earth and Sun when we see a full moon. Describe the position of the Moon relative to the Earth and Sun when we see a crescent moon. ”
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