Phases of the Moon
Students will observe and record the changing appearance of the moon over a month, identifying its phases.
Key Questions
- Explain why the Moon appears to change shape throughout the month.
- Analyze the relationship between the Sun, Earth, and Moon to create moon phases.
- Construct a model to demonstrate the different phases of the Moon.
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