The Real Shape of the Moon's Orbit

This article was well written with a great simple activity for students to complete in order to understand the moon's orbit. It also provides question for the teacher to ask the students.

The Truth About the Sun, Earth and Moon

The moon rotates one complete time at the same period of time that the Earth rotates on its axis. So which of the following is actually true? The Moon revolves around the Earth or the Eart... See More

The moon rotates one complete time at the same period of time that the Earth rotates on its axis. So which of the following is actually true? The Moon revolves around the Earth or the Earth and Moon together revolve around the Sun. This article provides an activity that will help clear up this question. After reviewing moon phases this activity can be performed using simple materials. This is a great way to enhance student thinking.