I have some fun moon facts for kids and a free moon phases printable. Also, look at my page Exploring Space and Astronomy Free Unit Study for Multiple Ages for more ideas.
Because the moon can appear to have a different shape every night, it makes for a fascinating study for any age.
And the moon goes through something called lunar phases and we’re learning about them today.
The moon is earth’s only satellite.
Too, it doesn’t have any light of its own but reflects the sun’s light.
Too, the moon doesn’t change shapes. It looks different depending on how the sunlight hits it.
Also, look at these fun moon books to include while learning fun moon facts for kids.
BOOKS ABOUT THE MOON FOR KIDS
12 Resources and Books For Studying About the Moon and Galileo
If you want to focus on the moon in your astronomy and space unit study, add one of these fun resources to your day.
Like Michelangelo, Galileo is another Renaissance great known just by his first name--a name that is synonymous with scientific achievement. Born in Pisa, Italy, in the sixteenth century, Galileo contributed to the era's great rebirth of knowledge. He invented a telescope to observe the heavens. From there, not even the sky was the limit!
This newly revised edition, available in time for the 50th anniversary of the moon landing, incorporates new, up-to-date information based on recent discoveries, and includes an updated map of the moon's surface. Thoroughly vetted by an astrophysics expert, The Moon Book is a perfect introduction to lunar phases, orbit, the history of space exploration, and more.
Sixteenth century Italy produced a genius who marked the world with his studies and hypotheses about mathematical, physical and astronomical truths. His father, musician Vincenzio Galilei said, “Truth is not found behind a man’s reputation. Truth appears only when the answers to questions are searched out by a free mind. This is not the easy path in life but it is the most rewarding.” Galileo challenged divine law and the physics of Aristotle, and questioned everything in search of truths. And it was through this quest for truth that he was able to establish a structure for modern science.
It’s the perfect light nonfiction book for young stargazers—and an ideal bedtime book, ending with a giant moon hovering over a sleepy town hunkered down for bed.
Novelty Moon Lighting: Realistic Colorful Star Galaxy printed 🌌 Moon Lamp with advanced 3D technology. Now decorate your bedroom, hall, office or desk with our Space Theme gorgeous Galaxy Lamp. Your guests will definitely admire the beauty of this lively moon light.
Quality Optics: 400mm(f/5.7) focal length and 70mm aperture, fully coated optics glass lens with high transmission coatings creates stunning images and protect your eyes. Perfect telescope for astronomers to explore stars and moon.
Everything about Jupiter is big! Its size is big. Even its storms are big! Get the big and small facts about this gas giant that can be seen glowing in the night sky.
Astronomer, physicist, and philosopher Galileo Galilei was referred to as "The Father of Modern Science," because of his groundbreaking research. Making observations about nature, and using mathematics to back them up, he proved the Copernican Theory true: the Sun, not the Earth, is the center of the universe. Join Galileo on his pioneering journey to see why his work had such long-lasting implications, and why the Catholic Church even condemned him for heresy.
Imagine that you're walking on the moon. What is it like? For thousands of years people looked up at the moon and wondered about it. Now we know what the moon is like. There is no air on the moon and nothing grows, but there are towering mountains and deep craters—and much more.
Colder than the desert, the hotter than the desert, the moon is an amazing place to explore.
What would it be like if the moon was your friend? Find out as you walk alongside a little boy who journeys through life to achieve his dream of becoming an astronaut. And then blast off with your little one as you zoom to the moon together!
The story begins when a little boy, who is flying his kite, notices a sad Moon. He sends up kites to her, writing notes promising he will come see her someday. This promise propels him through years of studying, learning, and training to become an astronaut. Until … he finally goes up, up, up in a big rocket ship with a fiery tail.
A Kite for Moon:
- Features over 20 gorgeous illustrations by award-winning artist Matt Phelan
- Is the perfect storybook for children ages 4 to 8
- Celebrates every child’s fascination with space
You could also grab these meteorite specimens (artificial) to let your child use for impact craters!
Meet Moon! She's more than just a rock―she’s Earth’s rock, her best friend she can always count on. Moon never turns her back on her friend (literally: she's always facing Earth with the same side!). These two will stick together forever. With characteristic humor and charm, Stacy McAnulty channels the voice of Moon in this next celestial "autobiography" in the Our Universe series. Rich with kid-friendly facts and beautifully brought to life by Stevie Lewis, this is an equally charming and irresistible companion to Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years and Sun! One in a Billion.
Next, look at these facts about the moon.
FUN MOON FACTS FOR KIDS
- There’s no wind or weather on the Moon.
- The lunar phases are new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter, and waning crescent.
- The full cycle takes about 29.5 days. This is known as a lunar month.
- The Moon rotates on its axis at the same rate that it orbits Earth.
- And the moon’s gravitational pull tugs on Earth’s oceans, causing the water to rise and fall. This is why we have high tide and low tide.
- The first human to walk the moon was Neil Armstrong, who famously said: “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.”
- The moon has no atmosphere.
- There is no air to breathe.
- Temperature can vary from boiling hot to freezing cold.
- Astronauts foot prints can last a long time because there is no wind or rain to erase them.
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE FREE MOON PHASES PRINTABLE
- 10 page download
- Phases of the moon cycle
- Cut/Paste phases of the moon cycle
- 3 pages phases of the moon cards
- 3 pages phases of the moon flash card
These pages are perfect to motivate the self-learner or to use with my large Exploring Space and Astronomy Free Unit Study for Multiple Ages.
Also, look at more learning about the moon activities.
MORE LEARNING ABOUT THE MOON ACTIVITIES
- Free Moon Journal For Homeschool Science
- Galileo Discovery of Jupiter Moons and Fun Hands-On Moon Crater Experiment
- Geronimo Stilton Theme Mouse in Space Fun Puffy Moon Craft (Glow in the Dark)
- 10 Moon Craft Ideas and Wrapped Crescent Moon Craft For Kids
- 5 Facts About The Moon Landing and Make Fun Astronaut Ice Cream
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