Moon Phases

Moon Phases

Grade 5 · Science · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can explain how the moon's position relative to the Earth and Sun causes the phases of the moon.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

Why Does the Moon Change?

Practice Questions

7 questions · Short answer

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.

Teacher Guide

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