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When you think of the moon, what first comes to mind? Probably not Ganymede. But don’t let that deter you from learning more about this fascinating planet. In this blog post, we will explore some of the best facts about the moon: Ganymede, in particular. From its icy moons to the infamous Trojan Horse, read […]

Are you familiar with the moon? If not, it’s time you started. The moon is one of the most fascinating objects in the sky, and there are plenty of interesting facts about it that you and your kids will love learning. In this blog post, we’ll share eight interesting facts about the moon that will […]

The Moon Festival is one of the most celebrated holidays in China. It celebrates the lunar new year and honors ancestors. The holiday typically takes place on the last day of the first lunar month, which falls on or around February 21st this year. As you may have guessed, there are lots of interesting facts […]

What is the Last Quarter Moon? The Moon orbits Earth in a ellipse, not a perfect circle. As it goes around the Earth, its orbital path is slanted by about 23 degrees to the equator. This “last quarter” of the Moon’s orbit occurs when it is closest to Earth. On average, it is about 221,856 […]

What is The Harvest Moon? The Harvest Moon is the full moon that falls closest to the autumnal equinox, which is on or around September 22. The name derives from its appearance in the sky – it appears as if a harvest has been completed. This is due to the fact that the moon’s light […]

The moon is one of the most fascinating celestial bodies out there. It’s a source of wonder for people all over the world, and it has played a major role in human history. In this blog post, we’re going to share amazing facts about the first quarter moon. What is the First Quarter Moon? The […]

What is a Blood Moon? A blood moon is a lunar eclipse that occurs when the Earth, Moon and Sun are aligning in a certain way. During a total lunar eclipse, the Earth’s shadow covers the entire face of the Moon. This causes the Moon to turn a reddish hue, called a “blood moon.”There are […]

For centuries, people have been fascinated by the moon. Not just because it’s a celestial body that we can see from Earth, but also because of its utter barrenness. Despite being bombarded by the Earth’s atmosphere and constantly bombarded by our planet’s own rocks and dirt, the moon has never seen any form of life. […]

What is a New Moon? A new moon is the closest of the four phases of the lunar cycle, occurring when the Moon is closest to Earth in its orbit. During a new moon, the Sun and Moon are both within about 207,600 miles of Earth, which means that they are almost directly opposite each […]