Science
Space Exploration
Conceptual
5–7 yrs
Moon Phases
月相
Description
Observe and describe the Moon's changing shape over about a month, recognising that it goes through a repeating cycle of phases from new moon (invisible) to full moon (complete circle) and back again
Mastery Evidence
- Describe that the Moon appears to change shape over about a month
- Name or draw at least three phases: new moon (dark), half moon, and full moon
- State that the pattern repeats — the Moon goes through the same shapes again and again
Assessment Prompt
If you asked your child to look at the Moon several nights in a row, could they notice that it changes shape and describe the pattern?
Prerequisites 1
Sun, Moon & Stars
必须先知道月球是天体，才能观察其相位变化
Unlocks 1
The Moon's Orbit
