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Printable 6th grade science worksheet with riddles about moon phases and tides, plus short-answer questions about eclipses.
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Moon Phases and Tides Review

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This printable science worksheet gives 6th graders a review of the moon and Earth's tides through seven riddles identifying lunar phases and tidal conditions, followed by four explanation questions. Topics include new moon, quarter moon, gibbous moon, spring and neap tides, solar eclipse, lunar eclipse, and why tides occur. Works well as a chapter review or homework assignment.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Astronomy
Grade Level:
6th Grade
Updated July 2026

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