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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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Sophia Learning

Sophia: Phases of the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson will introduce the phases of the moon and why the moon appears to change shape in the night sky throughout the month.
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Curated OER

Reach Out michigan.org: Phases of the Moon

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site explains the phases of the moon and an easy way to remember waxing and waning. Students have to explain a given phase to their classmates with a model.
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Introduction to Astronomy: The Motion of the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a moving diagram of a Lunar eclipse, showing Earth's umbra and penumbra and the appearance of the Moon as it passes through these shadow regions.
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Curated OER

Phases of the Moon

For Students 9th - 10th
What is a lunar eclipse? What causes eclipses? How often do eclipses happen and when is the next lunar eclipse? You'll find the answers to these questions and more on this site on lunar eclipses.

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