Final Answer:
1. Top diagram: Sun (large circle), Moon (small circle near Earth), Earth (medium circle). Draw two bulges on opposite sides of Earth. Label this as “spring tide.”
Bottom diagram: Sun (large circle), Moon (small circle beside Earth), Earth (medium circle). Draw two bulges on opposite sides of Earth. Label this as “neap tide.”
2. The Moon’s gravity pulls on Earth’s oceans, making water bulge toward the Moon and also on the far side. This creates high tides. As the Moon moves, the bulges move too, causing tides to rise and fall.
3. Example answer: In Miami, Florida, there are usually 2 low tides each day.
4. People need to know tide times for safety (like avoiding being trapped by rising water), fishing, boating, or planning beach activities.
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of moon and tides worksheet.
