Learn about the Moon

This section of our website will help you learn more about the Moon. Here is what you can find:

• A toolkit on the Artemis missions and the Moon containing tons of links and resources for educators and youth.
• Indigenous stories about the Moon and the lunar cycle.

• Pages for educators that will: help them teach concepts; dispel misconceptions; provide answers to questions asked by young people; tie in with provincial/territorial school programs.

  • The Moon, our neighbour in space (for educators)
  • The Moon, a whole new world (for educators)
  • One moon among many (for educators)

• Pages for young people inspired by frequently asked questions. For example: How did the Moon form? How far away is the Moon from Earth? Why do astronauts bounce when they walk on the Moon? What is an eclipse? Which planet has the most moons?

  • The Moon, our neighbour in space (for youth)
  • The Moon, a whole new world (for youth)
  • One moon among many (for youth)
• Various facts about the Moon and other useful resources.