Phases of the Moon
Phases of the Moon Watch this video to get an idea of why the moon has "phases" and what they are. Based on the video, what causes the moon to change shape and position? (Please use specific examples from the video to support your response.) The Moon's Orbit Draw what you think the moon orbiting Earth should look like. (You can also include the sun in your drawing if you'd like to make it more realistic!) In which phase does the moon not appear in the sky at all? Half Moon Full Moon New Moon What are the phases? Click the dot on each "moon" to write which phase it represents. You may go back and use the video or do additional research to help complete this diagram. New Moon Waxing Crescent Waning Crescent First Quarter Last Quarter Waning Gibbous Full Moon Waxing Gibbous