This moon box is an easy and fun way to teach kids the different phases of the moon. The little observers will understand why the moon changes shapes so often. It's also a fun way to encourage creativity and experimentation as kids explore different art techniques and materials. We made this project interactive by taking the box outside every night for a month and comparing each phase with the real moon and it was so much fun! 🌕🌓🌗🌖🌔🌘🌒🌑Moon Phases Box VideoDIFFICULTY • EasyMATERIALS • Bl
Aluminmum foil moon is an easy and fun craft for preschoolers. Learn how to make craters on the foil moon and paint the beautiful moon glow!
This educational astronomy craft is the perfect kids' indoor play activity to keep kids entertained whilst also teaching them about the phases of the moon.
The Moon goes through eight moon phases as it orbits Earth. Each moon phase shows a different percentage of the Moon illuminated by the Sun.
This moon box is an easy and fun way to teach kids the different phases of the moon. The little observers will understand why the moon changes shapes so often. It's also a fun way to encourage creativity and experimentation as kids explore different art techniques and materials. We made this project interactive by taking the box outside every night for a month and comparing each phase with the real moon and it was so much fun! 🌕🌓🌗🌖🌔🌘🌒🌑Moon Phases Box VideoDIFFICULTY • EasyMATERIALS • Bl
A fun and interactive way to learn about moon phases, using plastic cups! Turn the cup to see the moon change. Learn how to make one here.
As many of you may know the Islamic calander is based on the cycles of the moon, hence the Lunar calendar. This was the inspiration behind our name, Lunar Learners. So to honor the launch of Lunar Learners first 3 books in The Prophet Series, we are sharing a few moon related crafts. (If you want y
Our kids are really interested in astronomy and all things space at the moment! So we made this cute and super simple space craft for them to help learn about the phases of the Moon. When you look …
This moon box is an easy and fun way to teach kids the different phases of the moon. The little observers will understand why the moon changes shapes so often. It's also a fun way to encourage creativity and experimentation as kids explore different art techniques and materials. We made this project interactive by taking the box outside every night for a month and comparing each phase with the real moon and it was so much fun! 🌕🌓🌗🌖🌔🌘🌒🌑Moon Phases Box VideoDIFFICULTY • EasyMATERIALS • Bl
This moon phase board was fairly easy to make. After making a run to the Dollar Tree and rummaging through our science storeroom to collect the needed supplies to make this, it was pretty inexpensive and so worth every penny! Essentially, this Moon Phase board allows students to visualize and better understand the cause of moon phases and comprehend the 2 different views that are often given on a diagram (view from space and view from the Earth). Up to this point, I've done a Lunar Lollipop Investigation, which I thought was great, but this beats it by a long shot! A large majority of my students don't really understand why the lit part of the moon doesn't face the sun on part of the view as seen from Earth on every moon phase diagram (see below). Even though I give many different examples and explanations, I still see a puzzled look on several of the students' faces. I really think this method will clear it up for even those puzzled kiddos. From this angle (see below), students can quickly see that the lit part of the moon is always the side of the ball that is facing the sun. Pretty uneventful, but definitely clarifies this view. But as students take the Moon Board and place their head through the hole, they are immediately taken to the view from Earth (their head being Earth or it could be explained that we LOOK out from Earth and see the moon as it revolves around the Earth). In order to give you a clearer idea of what the students will see, I placed my camera in the hole and continually rotated the board around counterclockwise (direction of the moon's revolution around the Earth). Here, you can see the new moon. Followed by the waxing crescent. The first quarter. Then waxing gibbous. Full moon Waning gibbous Third/Last quarter (oopsy....this ball got a little tilted when I glued it down) And finally, waning crescent. I have chosen to leave each phase unlabeled for my 8th graders. I provide each group with 8 Post-It Notes and have them write each moon phase name on a Post-it. They simply stick the Post-It in the correct location and call me over to check it. I am thinking about making one Moon Board with labels for my SpEd and ELL students until they get more comfortable with the names. To make your own, you will need the following supplies: Black foam board (got mine at Dollar Tree for $1) Box cutter Circular shaped object to cut around (I just turned my office trashcan upside down and started cutting!) 8 ball shaped objects to represent moon (ideas: ping pong balls [use black sharpie], Styrofoam balls (paint with black acrylic paint and sponge brush, wooden balls, etc....) Hot glue gun 1 ball to represent the Sun (larger than moon ball) This is optional; you could always just write "Sun" on one side of the board with a paint pen, but I think the added visual is great! Since I didn't have these made when I taught moon phases earlier in the year, I am going to use them when we begin to review for the state assessment. I can't wait to hear the oohs and aahs and FINALLY see the looks of confusion go away. For more great lessons, labs, and activities that related to moon phases, check out these products in my Teachers Pay Teachers store: Space Science for Interactive Notebooks Moon Phases and Seasons Task Cards Daily Science Starters for Middle School - Earth and Space Predicting the Sequence of Events in the Lunar Cycle Activity That's a Fact, Jack! Fact or Fiction Science Sorting: Motions of Earth and Moon Day/Night, Seasons, Moon Phases, & Tides Review Circuit Predicting Moon Phases Color-by-Number 8th Grade Science STAAR Review- Reporting Category 3 (Earth & Space) Moon Phases Reciprocal Learning Activity
This beautiful Moon Phases Wheel is great for teaching preschool and kindergarten age kids about the the moon phases! It's a must have addition to any Montessori, Waldorf or homeschool classroom. The Moon Phases Wheel is a fun daily learning tool to get kids excited about learning about the moon. It's the perfect way to start your morning rhythm. This is a digital product, you will not receive an actual print but a digital copy of the wheel to print and assemble yourself. Create as many times as you'd like! This is a digital .pdf file that you will be able to download yourself after purchase. Here is a helpful article with instructions on how to download your digital files: https://www.etsy.com/help/article/3949 Please note that the image is for your personal use only, not for resale or redistribution. You'll need: paper or cardstock, scissors, hole punch or exacto knife, metal brad 1. Cut along the black outer lines. 2. Poke a small hole in the middle of the wheel and through the black hole on the spinner. 3. Assemble the wheel by attaching the spinner to the wheel with the metal brad. 4. Have your child identify the nearest moon phases each day. Enjoy! TERMS OF USE Please keep in mind that these files are meant for personal or individual classroom use only. You are not permitted to alter, sell, share or redistribute these links, files or printed materials in any way. Feel free to print them over and over again to use in your home or individual classroom! You are not permitted to share the download or allow other people to make copies of the printed product. A violation of these terms is considered an infringement of my rights under 17 USC §101, et seq. and you could be liable for statutory damages as high as $100,000. Further, such copyright infringement is a direct violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and International Copyright Law. https://www.copyright.gov/title17/
Looking for a fun moon phase craft to teach about Rosh Chodesh? Craft this fun Hebrew school craft and moon phase wall hanging for tweens and teen.s
Try this low-prep phases of the moon foldable activity to engage children with the lunar cycle. Ideal for an interactive science notebook!
Paper mache projects have been along for quite a while, offering little ones and adults alike a creative method of expressing one's creativity and inspiration t
19 1/12" x 2 1/2" New to Full Moon Phase is pieced together using 8 cuts of glass that are then soldered to make 5 phases of the lunar cycle. Hangs vertically. Makes beautiful reflections in the afternoon sun or is a great addition to a sacred space.
Moon Phases Layered Wheel {FREE PRINTABLE DOWNLOAD!} Learn about the phases of the moon with this layered wheel printable pack. This FREE printable moon phase download is fun for kids and even adults! Continue reading
