Objects in the Sky

Front

What is the moon?

Back

The moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth.

Front

How does the moon change its appearance?

Back

The moon changes its appearance through different phases, such as new moon, quarter moon, and full moon.

Front

What is a full moon?

Back

A full moon is when the entire face of the moon is illuminated by the sun.

Front

What is a new moon?

Back

A new moon is when the moon is between the Earth and the sun, and its face is not visible from Earth.

Front

What is a quarter moon?

Back

A quarter moon is when half of the moon's surface is illuminated and visible from Earth.

Front

How long does it take for the moon to go through all its phases?

Back

It takes about 28 days for the moon to go through all its phases.

Front

What is the sun?

Back

The sun is a star at the center of our solar system that provides light and heat to the Earth.

Front

When can you see the sun in the sky?

Back

You can see the sun in the sky during the day, especially in the morning and afternoon.

Front

What is the difference between day and night?

Back

Day is when the sun is shining on the Earth, and night is when the Earth is turned away from the sun.

Front

What is the last quarter moon?

Back

The last quarter moon is the phase after the full moon when half of the moon is illuminated.