S2.9.5 For the adult
The Moon goes round the Earth
Where does the Moon go, and why does it shine?
What this chapter teaches
The Moon goes round the Earth in about a month, and it shines only because it reflects sunlight. The same side of the Moon always faces us.
Three questions to ask
There is no one right wording. Listen for the idea.
- Why do you think the Moon shines?
- How could two people act out the Moon going round the Earth?
- Why does the Moon look pale when you see it in the day?
After the chapter, the learner can
- Explain that the Moon goes round the Earth about once a month
- Explain that the Moon shines because it reflects sunlight
What they copy into their notebook
The Moon goes round the Earth once in about a month. It makes no light of its own. It shines because sunlight bounces off it. The same side always faces us.