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The Cycle of the Moon
The moon takes approximately 27 and 1/3 days to orbit the Earth, but due to the Earth's movement, it appears to return to the same position in the sky after 29 and a half days, a period known as a lunar month. During this cycle, the moon...
Wonderscape
What Does the Moon Look Like?
The moon is Earth's only natural satellite, the fifth largest in our solar system, and appears bright in our night sky due to sunlight reflection. Despite its significant appearance, the moon is much smaller than Earth, being only about...
Curated Video
The Moon: Earth's Natural Satellite
In this video, we explore the fascinating characteristics and significance of our moon. From its formation billions of years ago to its impact on Earth's tides, the moon has played a crucial role in shaping our understanding of astronomy...
Visual Learning Systems
The Phases of the Moon
This video explains the phases of the Moon and how they are caused by the Moon's revolution around the Earth. The video also highlights the different shapes the Moon appears to have and how they change over time, from a New Moon to a...
Visual Learning Systems
Exploring Earth, Sun, and Moon: Phases of the Moon
Upon viewing the Exploring Earth, Sun, and Moon video series, students will be able to do the following: Cite some of the characteristics of Earth which make it unique in our solar system, including: Earth's moderate temperature, the...
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Science Kids: All About the Moon
In this video, the teacher explains the basics of the moon, including its size, illumination, rotation, and shape. They also discuss the moon's orbit around the Earth and the phases of the moon. Additionally, the teacher explains how the...
Curated OER
The Moon
Why does the moon change shape throughout the month? What are all those wholes on the moon? What is the moon made of? This video answers all these questions and more. Learners will discover aspects of gravity, the lunar phases, and how...
Other
Phases of the Moon Demo
This is a brilliant resource for the phases of the moon. There are three QuickTime movies that demonstrate the phases of the moon. There is also a link to a more detailed explanation of the moon phases.