The Moon

Key Notes:

What is the Moon?

• The Moon is a large, round object that orbits the Earth.
• It is the Earth’s only natural satellite.

What Does the Moon Look Like?

• The Moon looks like a glowing ball in the night sky.
• It can appear white, grey, or yellow, depending on the time and conditions.

Why Does the Moon Shine?

• The Moon does not make its own light.
• It shines because it reflects light from the Sun.

Phases of the Moon:

The Moon changes shape as it moves around the Earth.

Common phases are:

• Full Moon: The entire Moon is visible.
• New Moon: The Moon is not visible.
• Crescent Moon: Only a small part is visible.
• Half Moon: Half of the Moon is visible.

How Does the Moon Move?

• The Moon goes around the Earth in a path called an orbit.
• It takes about 27 days for the Moon to complete one orbit.

Fun Facts:

• There are craters (holes) on the Moon’s surface made by space rocks.
• People have walked on the Moon! Astronauts visited it during space missions.

The Moon and Tides:

• The Moon’s gravity pulls on Earth’s water, causing ocean tides.

Why is the Moon Important?

• It helps make nights brighter.
• The Moon has inspired stories, songs, and poetry.

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