English National Curriculum Science - Previous Lessons Science
Mission Objectives
Describe the different phases of the Moon
Explain what causes the changes of Moon phase
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Words and meanings to learn
phase
The appearance of a Moon or planet, according to the amount of illumination seen.
orbit
When a body in space travels around another body, such as the Moon around the Earth, or the Earth around the Sun.
illuminate
To light up.
waxing
The name given to Moon phases when the Moon is becoming brighter.
waning
The name given to Moon phases when the Moon is becoming darker.
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Scissors
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Glue
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