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EXPEDITION SPACE LAB
MISSION:

Moon Phases from Space

1 Activity

Activity 1

Nasa Partner program:

Stemonstrations

Join NASA astronaut Anne McClain as she explains why the Moon appears to change in the night sky.
In this demonstration and activity, students will utilize manipulatives to examine what the Moon will look like in its various phases.

Lesson

Moon Phases from NASA STEM Engagement
Join NASA astronaut Anne McClain as she explains the phases of the Moon and how they look the same on the ISS as they do here on Earth. Then participate in the NASA's Classroom Connections activity to model the phases of the Moon.

Additional Resources

Why Does the Moon Change Shape

Crash Course: Moon Phases

Career Connection

Astronomer

Speaker’s Bureau

Take this mission to another level!

Purchase an ISS-Above device
Purchase an ISS-Above device.
The ISS-Above makes it easy to check in with the ISS every day from your home or classroom.

Expedition Space Lab is an online tool from the International Space Station (ISS) National Laboratory that provides educators with easy access to ISS-related lessons, activities, and other resources to integrate into their curriculum.