Phases of moon

Students learn about the phases of the moon, develop an understanding of the relative positions of the Sun, Moon and Earth, discuss when the Moon can be seen and keep a journal of the Moon’s position and appearance.

Objective:

• Observing the moon
• Learn about the phases of the moon.

Materials required:

Cardboard Box, black colour Paper, small plastic ball (about 1.5” in diameter) , Stiff wire, small torch, tape, scissors, knife, and dark blue paint if available.

Reference links:

https://www.instructables.com/Moon-Phase-Box-Model/,

https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/teach/activity/moon-phases/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3XrMw6iM0g