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.
Tasks
Your task is to explain why the Moon changes appearance throughout the month. You will complete five 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...
Process
Watch this video to help you.
Here are some websites you can use to complete Task One.
The Second Task
Science has special terms. You need to know what these terms mean. For Task Two, define the following terms: gibbous, waning, and waxing. You will identify which phases are waxing and waning.
Process
Get the definitions of the terms at this webpage.
The Third Task
 For Task Three, draw your birthday Moon. What phase was it on the day you were born? Find out and fill in the circle. Also, draw a picture of the phase of the Moon on your 2013 birthday
Process
Use this website. Select your birthdate.
The Fourth Task
How does the Moon change during the month? For Task Four, complete the Task Four worksheet. See how the Moon changes each day. Complete the worksheet for January 2016.
Process
Go the website below. Select the current month and year.
The Fifth Task
 For Task Five, show the position of the Earth, Moon, and Sun at each of the eight phases.
Process
Use the websites below to complete the worksheet identifying the correct phase and draw a picture of that phase of the Moon.
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Tuesday, January 5, 2016
SCIENCE 1 -- Phases of the Moon Webquest
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