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The peaceful glow of the moonlight in our sky belies a violent history. Evidence suggests that the Moon formed when a Mars-sized object collided with the young Earth, and detailed computer models show us how such an impact could form our lunar companion in just one month.
4.6 billion years ago, the Moon was born out of a violent collision with Earth. Watch this visualization on its fiery past, then use these discussion questions with your class.
Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter
This site provides a wealth of resources about NASA's return to the moon, including feature articles, multimedia, games, and more!
Apollo
Explore this in-depth site about the famed Apollo missions. The images, timelines, and journals are sure to serve as invaluable resources for your students.
Top Ten Scientific Discoveries Made on Apollo Missions
What have scientists learned about the moon from lunar samples brought back by astronauts?