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Phases of the Moon: Astronomy and Space for Kids - FreeSchool
The moon changes its shape almost every night. But why? The phases of the moon are caused by the light from the sun and the moon's orbit around the Earth.
Phases of the Moon
This video explains the phases of The Moon in 3D. Once you understand the phases then you can find out what time of day or night to look for the moon. This video has been dubbed in over 20 languages, you can change the audio track language in the Settings menu (click the gear icon in the lower right hand corner of the video).
Lunar Eclipse 101 | National Geographic
Nicknamed "blood moon," some ancient cultures regarded a total lunar eclipse as an ominous event. Today, this celestial phenomenon generates excitement and wonder. Unlike a solar eclipse, which may require travel to see, total lunar eclipses can often be observed from the entire nighttime-half of the Earth.
Solar Eclipse and Lunar Eclipse
A Solar Eclipse or a Lunar Eclipse happen when the Sun, Earth, Moon, and the lunar nodes line up. This happens twice a year in what is known as an eclipse season. Thanks for watching!
Moon 101 | National Geographic
What is the moon made of, and how did it form? Learn about the moon's violent origins, how its phases shaped the earliest calendars, and how humans first explored Earth's only natural satellite half a century ago.