In this activity, pupils are at the centre of model that shows how the Moon orbits the Earth and how this leads to the phases of the moon appearing. A description of how to do this is shown. There are three versions of the worksheet (with slighly different levels of demand and scaffolding) for recording the appearance of the moon model is included, with answers.
Please note that the main purpose of the activity is the conceptual understanding of the phases of the moon (as we can see different amounts of reflected sunlight at different times of the month). The vocabulary is intended as an additional extra.
There are also links to a NASA video showing the phases of the moon, the first 30 seconds of which could be used to hook learners. A second video showing the experiment is also linked.
Please ensure that you have carried out a full risk assessment before carrying out any practical activity.
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This is looks like a good activity for my lower ability yr 7's given that it's a bit of an abstract concept. Thankyou
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