Identify Moon phases
Students in Grade 4 practice identifying the distinct phases of the Moon, connecting the changing appearance of the Moon to its position in the Space systems unit. Teachers can use this worksheet to check understanding after direct instruction or a video, and to prompt class discussion on predictable patterns in the sky. It fits well within Earth and Space Science, deepening students' awareness of the Earth-Moon system.
Learning objectives
- Identify and name the major phases of the Moon by appearance
- Explain why the Moon appears to change shape from Earth's perspective
- Sequence Moon phases in their correct cyclical order
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