I WONDER - What Are The Phases Of The Moon?

Here's how to talk to your child about it >>>

Hey your child! Did you know that the Moon looks different every night? This video explains the different shapes the Moon takes each night, which we call phases. Cool, huh?
4 activities you can do with your child now >>>

- Ask your child to draw the phases of the moon they learned from the video. - Go outside with your child and observe the moon to see if you can identify the phase it is currently in. - Use cookies or Oreo biscuits to recreate the phases of the moon and discuss each phase with your child. - Read books about the moon and discuss how it affects the tides, animals and plants.
Pretend play with your child >>>

GAME: Moon Phases Memory Match. Instructions: Print out pictures of the different phases of the moon and cut them out into pairs. Mix them up and place them face down on a table. Take turns flipping over two cards at a time, trying to make a match of the same moon phase. The person with the most matches at the end wins! Play with your child to help them learn and remember the phases of the moon.
1 moral thought for your child inspired by this >>>

Like the moon, we all have different phases. Embrace each phase, learn and grow from it.

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