... We always see the same side of the Moon, because as Earth's natural satellite revolves … See more

Our Moon doesn't shine, it reflects sunlight. Just as it does in the daytime on Earth, sunlight illuminates the Moon's surface too. That is, the Moon has a day side and also a night side. … See more

During a lunar eclipse, Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, blocking the sunlight falling on the Moon. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon and Sun are on … See more

A lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow, just as a solar eclipse occurs when part of the Earth passes through the Moon's shadow. So why do… See more

Capturing the Moon with a camera is one of the most satisfying—and challenging—projects available to an outdoor photographer. Here are 10 suggestion… See more

Evaluating a Lunar Eclipse (Grades 3-12) - Students use the Danjon Scale of Lunar Eclipse Brightness to illustrate the range of colors and brightness the Moon can take on during a tot… See more