The links below show you the steps to follow to have you students demonstrate understanding of how and why the phases of the moon change. While we did these with third graders, it can be adapted to any grade level.

Lesson One: Moon Literature and Laserdisc Footage of the Moon

Lesson Two: Moon Phases Hands-On Activity

Lesson Three: Whole Class Presentation of Virtual Reality Moon Phase Picture Internet Site.

Lesson Four: Moon Phase Research

Lessons Five to Six: Create Moon Phase Animations