🌙 Moon Phases Vocabulary Cards

Are your students working on remembering the different science vocabulary terms associated with moon phases? Teach Starter has created a set of vocabulary cards that you can use with your elementary students during your Earth and Space unit. Each card includes the vocabulary term, definition and corresponding picture.

These vocabulary cards can be displayed on a bulletin board, in a science center or used with a small group of students when reviewing science vocabulary. Some of the terms your students will learn include:

• new Moon
• waxing Gibbous
• lunar Eclipse
• and more!

Through this activity, students will demonstrate an understanding of different vocabulary terms associated with moon phases.

Tips for Differentiation + Scaffolding 

A team of dedicated, experienced educators created this resource to support your science lessons. 

If you have a mixture of above and below-level learners, check out these suggestions for keeping students on track with the concepts: 

🆘 Support Struggling Students

For students who may be struggling with the concepts, consider providing them with their own vocabulary cards so they can keep them in a notebook or binder as a reference tool.

➕ Challenge Fast Finishers

If you are looking for a way to challenge your students, encourage them to come up with their own definitions for each word.

Easily Prepare This Resource for Your Students

Use the dropdown icon on the Download button to choose between the PDF or editable Google Slides version of this resource. 

Print on cardboard for added durability and longevity. Place all pieces in a folder or large envelope for easy access. 

---

This resource was created by Bellamy Taylor-Pines, a Teach Starter Collaborator. 

---

Don’t stop there! We’ve got more activities and resources that cut down on lesson planning time: