Phases of the Moon

This material is part of the Montessori science curriculum for the primary level. Children are introduced to the concept of the Phases of the Moon through a variety of sensorial experiences, followed by a formal introduction to the nomenclature. The material presents children with a visual and a description for each moon phase. There are eight components described: the Phases of the Moon, the New Moon Phase the Waxing Crescent Moon Phase, the First Quarter Moon Phase, the Waxing Gibbous Moon Phase, the Full Moon Phase, the Waning, the Gibbous Moon Phase, the Last Quarter Moon Phase, and the Waning Crescent Moon Phase. The nomenclature cards contain a picture, a label, and a control card for matching purposes. Descriptions can be found in the two booklets to learn facts about the parts.