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Cornell University

Cornell University: Astronomy: The Phases of the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from Cornell University provides great information on the different phases of the moon. As the Moon moves in its orbit around the Sun, our view of the side illuminated by the Sun changes. Furthermore, the rising and setting...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Fifth Grade Science: Earth Science: The Sun Earth Moon System

For Students 5th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Discusses solar and lunar eclipses, the phases of the Moon, and why the phases occur.
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Other

The Happy Scientist: Why Is a Full Moon So Bright?

For Students 9th - 10th
Activity helps students find out why a full moon is so bright.
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Ducksters

Ducksters: Kids Science: Phases of the Moon

For Students 1st - 9th
Kids learn about the science of the phases of the moon. Full, Gibbous, Quarter, and Crescent.
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Other

Why Does the Moon Go Through a Cycle of Phases?

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this thorough lesson plan site, the various phases of the moon are examined. Objectives are listed, procedures are clearly outlined, and there are links to worthwhile supplementary sites.
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The Wonder of Science

The Wonder of Science: Ms Ess1 1: Earth Sun Moon System

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Develop and use a model of the earth-sun-moon system to describe the cyclic patterns of lunar phases, eclipses of the sun and moon, and seasons.
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University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas Mc Donald Observatory: Observing the Moon

For Teachers K - 1st
Students make drawings of the moon at different times to see if the moon always looks the same and if its surface looks different at different times.
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Utah Education Network

Uen: Earth & Moon Orbits

For Teachers 3rd
Describe the movement of earth and the moon.
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Utah Education Network

Uen: Patterned Paragraphs

For Students 6th - 7th
Students will learn about the importance of including specific details when writing. Students will watch the teacher model "How to Make a Peanut Butter Sandwich." Then student will replicate the process for writing with specificity as...

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