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Waxing, Waning and the Dark Side: Exploring the Phases of the Moon

Completed by 22 learners
Ages 8-12
Live One-Time Class
Why does the moon seem to change shapes during its orbit around the earth? Calling all young astronomers! Come join our discussion are we learn the phases of the moon and its unique relationship in space with the earth and the sun.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(178 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
3-6 learners per class
40 min

What's included

1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Students will learn to identify the various phases of the moon in its orbit around the earth and why they occur. 

The class will include engaging discussion, demonstration, PowerPoint images, and fun cooperative exercises as we study earth's only natural satellite. We will explore together how the moon's reflection of sunlight and its position in the sky affect its appearance. We will also discover how solar and lunar eclipses happen and learn why we never actually see the dark side of the moon. 

Disclaimer: No Oreo cookies will be needed for this class.

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined December, 2020
5.0
178reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Baptist Bible College
Fine Arts Studies at LSU, Commercial Art Certificate, Professional experience in a variety of commercial and graphic arts fields. Course studies in college level astronomy, lifelong amateur self study and observations.

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