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Moon Phases Worksheet

Learn about the different phases of the moon with this engaging worksheet for 2nd graders.

Grade 2 Science Earth & Space ScienceMoon Phases
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Moon Phases

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the image below to help you with some of the questions.

Diagram showing the phases of the moon

1. The   is a natural satellite that orbits Earth.

2. The different shapes of the moon we see are called moon  .

3. When we cannot see any of the moon, it is called a   moon.

4. Which phase of the moon looks like a bright, full circle?

a

New Moon

b

Half Moon

c

Full Moon

d

Crescent Moon

5. About how long does it take for the moon to go through all of its phases?

a

One day

b

One week

c

One month

d

One year

6. The moon makes its own light.

T

True

F

False

7. The moon always looks the same to us.

T

True

F

False

8. What causes the moon to appear to change shape?