Introduction
|
Introduction The Moon changes shape every day. Sometimes you can see only part of the Moon. Other times, you can see the entire Moon. Why does this happen? The purpose of this WebQuest is to help you learn why we see phases of the Moon. |
Task
Tasks
Your task is to explain why the Moon changes appearance throughout the month. You will complete six tasks. Use your worksheet to record what you learn. It will help you understand why the Moon's appearance changes.
The First Task
Complete the Task One on your worksheet. Draw and name eight important phases of the Moon. You will...
- Draw the eight Moon phases.
- Write the correct name of these phases.
Process
Watch these videos to help you.
[video:http://www.teachertube.com/video/eight-phases-of-the-moon-239940 align:left]
Here is a websites you can use to complete Task One.
How Do the Phases Get Their Names?
Task 2
For Task Two, show the position of the Earth, Moon, and Sun at each of the eight phases. Complete the worksheet identifying the correct phase and draw a picture of that phase of the Moon.
Here is a website you can use to help you complete Task Two.
http://astro.unl.edu/naap/lps/animations/lps.swf
http://www.harcourtschool.com/activity/moon_phases/
Task 3