Introduction: Begin the lesson by asking the children if they have ever looked up at the moon and noticed that it looks different on different nights. Explain that the moon goes through different phases and that we will be learning about these phases today.

Lesson Outline: 1. Start by showing the children a picture of the moon and asking them to describe what they see. 2. Explain that the moon goes through different phases and show them a diagram of the eight phases of the moon. 3. Use a video resource to show the children how the moon moves through its phases. 4. Provide the children with a worksheet to complete, where they can label the different phases of the moon. 5. Use questioning to check the children’s understanding of the different phases of the moon. 6. Differentiate the lesson by providing additional resources for children who may need extra support or challenge. 7. End the lesson with a plenary where the children can share what they have learned.

Questioning: 1. What are the different phases of the moon? 2. How does the moon move through its phases? 3. Can you label the different phases of the moon on the worksheet?

Assessment: Assess the children’s understanding of the different phases of the moon through questioning and the completion of the worksheet.

Differentiation: Provide additional resources for children who may need extra support or challenge. For example, provide a simplified worksheet for children who may struggle with the concept, or provide additional videos or reading materials for children who may need more challenge.

Plenary: End the lesson with a plenary where the children can share what they have learned. Ask them to describe the different phases of the moon and how the moon moves through these phases.

Resources: 1. Video resource: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXpSv6YZEs4 2. Worksheet resource: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resource/t-t-2546345-moon-phases-labelling-activity-sheet 3. Reading resource: https://www.natgeokids.com/uk/discover/science/space/moon-facts/