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Moon Phase Case Files

Why does the Moon appear to change shape?

A standalone 45–55 minute relief-teacher lesson with all evidence and instructions supplied, teaching slides, individual/pair iPad work and hand-in to the class teacher.

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1. Moon Phase Case Files

   Why does the Moon appear to change shape?

   Learning focus: Explain the phase sequence and distinguish ordinary phases from eclipses.

   Evidence question: Why does the Moon appear to change shape?

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