Source Institutions
Source Institutions
Add to list Go to activity
Activity link broken? See if it's at the internet archive
![](/sites/default/files/styles/square250/public/resource_images/smile-000-000-004-427.png?itok=Q8dCyYe-)
In this activity, learners recreate the lunar phases using the frosting from Oreo® cookies and place the phases in order. Round cream cheese crackers can also be used if cookies are not an option.
- Under 5 minutes
- 10 to 30 minutes
- $1 - $5 per student
- Ages 4 - 14
- Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan, Model
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per student)
- 6 Oreo® cookies
- Paper towels
- Plastic spoon and/or a plastic knife
- Student Handout
Subjects
-
Earth and Space Science
- Astronomy
- Earth, Moon and Sun
-
Solar System
- The Moon
Informal Categories
- Food and Cooking
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards:
This resource is part of:
Access Rights:
- Free access
By:
Rights:
- , Lunar and Planetary Institute, 2014