Why Can We See the Moon During the Day? For Kids | Bugsy's Why Lab

Why can we see the Moon during the day? The Moon goes around the Earth on its own timetable, not the Sun's, so on many days it is up in the sky at the same time as the Sun. Bugsy spots the Moon in the afternoon sky and finds out why, plus: the Moon is slowly moving away from us! Moon facts for kids, and become a Moon spotter this week. Try it: Be a Moon spotter! For one week, look for the Moon in the afternoon sky and draw its shape each day. Safety: Never look straight at the Sun. Bugsy's Why Lab: short, curious science stories for kids aged 5 to 8, on the letsBug channel. Every episode ends with an experiment to try at home. Grown-ups: please help with every 'Try it' activity.