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Lesson 48 of 84 · Day and Night
ExperimentGoodnight, Moon! (Part 3)
What You'll Learn
The moon looks different on different nights. Sometimes it is round, sometimes it is a sliver!
Key Words
- night
- light
Materials Needed
- dark room
- paper plate
- markers
- string
- tape
- pencil
Safety First
- Work in a well-ventilated area when using vinegar or other strong-smelling substances.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Can you name the things in the picture?
Step 2 — Do
Use a flashlight to make shadows on the wall. Move the light—what happens?
Step 3 — Observe
Use your eyes, ears, and hands to explore. What do you notice?
Step 4 — Record
Color a picture to show what happened.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3Is the sun bigger than the moon?