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Lesson 29 of 84 · Days and Seasons
ExperimentThe Moon Orbits Earth (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
A solar eclipse happens when the moon moves between the Earth and the sun.
Key Words
- day
- night
Materials Needed
- small ball (moon)
- dark room
- paper plate
Safety First
- Tie back long hair before starting the experiment.
- Protect your work surface with newspaper or plastic.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: A solar eclipse happens when the moon moves between the Earth and the sun.
Step 2 — Do
Build or make something using your materials.
Step 3 — Observe
Draw a picture of what you observe.
Step 4 — Record
Share your results with a partner.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3How long does it take Earth to go around the sun?