The Sun, Moon, & Earth

Front

Does the moon give off its own light?

Back

No, the moon does not give off its own light. It reflects light from the sun.

Front

In which direction does the sun move in the sky throughout the day?

Back

The sun moves from east to west in the sky.

Front

Why does the moon seem to change shape?

Back

The moon seems to change shape because it orbits the Earth and the sun casts a shadow on it.

Front

What causes day and night?

Back

Day and night are caused by the Earth rotating on its axis.

Front

What is a season?

Back

A season is a time of the year that has a certain kind of weather.

Front

What is the Earth?

Back

The Earth is the planet we live on, and it orbits around the sun.

Front

What is the sun?

Back

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

Front

What is the moon?

Back

The moon is a natural satellite that orbits the Earth.

Front

How long does it take for the moon to orbit the Earth?

Back

It takes about 27.3 days for the moon to orbit the Earth.

Front

What is the shape of the Earth?

Back

The Earth is mostly round, like a ball.