On the moon

Papier mache makes a fairly accurate medium for a moon model, as the uneven way the paper dries mimics the surface of the moon. Craters, valleys and rocks on the moon's surface can be sculpted with paper using pictures of the moon as a guide.

This month marks 50 years since Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took a giant leap for mankind after landing on the moon on July 20, 1969. Millions of families huddled around black-and-white TVs, watching the Saturn V rocket launch and staring wide-eyed as Armstrong took his one small step onto the surface of the moon. Fifty years later, our children are several generations removed from those who watched the lunar landing in real time, so commemorating the event is not only about fun – it’s…

“the moon is beautiful, isn't it?”

People have long believed that the moon could influence their sleep, their mood, even their fertility. Are any of these beliefs true? We investigate.

Gods in control, balance in your life…

Gain instant access to this beautifully designed Unit on the Moon, where kids will learn all about the Moon in Motion, Geography of the Moon, the First Man on the Moon, and more. Access 3 different reading levels perfect for Grades 3-8. Written by subject experts, aligns with standards.

Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, was my schooldays hero. I remember that I had pasted many of his photographs in my notebook, which were published in newspapers and magazines. As a collector of postal stamps, I always searched for stamps portraying this great astronaut, as well as stamps related to Apollo 11 Mission. I also remember

The moon is an integral and most striking part of our solar system especially as it is the only natural satellite to earth as its origin remains a mystery.