Moon phases worksheets
Why the Moon seems to change shape.
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How to make moon phases worksheets
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Choose which kinds of questions to include and how many of each.
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Tap “New worksheet” for a fresh mix of questions.
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Edit the title and choose A4 or US Letter.
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Download the PDF with its answer key and print it.
About these moon phases worksheets
The Moon doesn’t really change shape; we see different amounts of its sunlit half as it orbits Earth over about 29.5 days. These worksheets cover the eight phases, waxing and waning, why the Moon shines and how it causes tides.
What the worksheet covers
The question bank for this topic has 12 key terms, 10 true-or-false statements, 8 multiple-choice questions, 8 fill-in-the-blank sentences and 4 short-answer questions. Each worksheet mixes a selection, so no two are the same.
- Question types: match words to meanings, fill in the blanks, true or false, multiple choice, short answers, word search.
- Key words: new moon, full moon, waxing, waning, crescent, gibbous, first quarter, last quarter, lunar cycle, orbit, eclipse, tides.
- Best for: grades 3–8 (ages 8–14).
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Frequently asked questions
What causes the phases of the Moon?
As the Moon orbits Earth, we see different portions of its sunlit side. It isn’t Earth’s shadow, which only causes lunar eclipses.
Will every worksheet be the same?
No. Each tap of “New worksheet” picks a different mix of questions from the topic’s question bank, so you can give different versions to different students.
Can I print it in black and white?
Yes. The worksheet uses light tints that print clearly in grey, or pick the grey colour theme.
Can I choose the kinds of questions?
Yes. Switch each section on or off (matching, fill in the blanks, true or false, multiple choice and more) and choose how many questions go in each.
Is there an answer key?
Yes. Every worksheet ends with an answer key on its own page. Switch it off if you’re giving the sheet as a test.