Why does the Moon turn red sometimes?
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and seen the Moon glowing bright red? Don’t worry—it’s not scary! This amazing sight is called a Blood Moon.
What is a Blood Moon?
A Blood Moon happens during a total lunar eclipse. That means Earth moves right between the Sun and the Moon. Normally, the Moon shines because sunlight bounces off it. But during an eclipse, Earth blocks that light.
Then why do we still see the Moon?
Because Earth’s atmosphere bends some sunlight and sends it onto the Moon. But here’s the fun part: Earth’s atmosphere scatters away blue light, letting only the red and orange colors pass through. That’s why the Moon looks red like it’s glowing in fire!
How often does it happen?
A Blood Moon doesn’t come every month. It’s special—sometimes it happens a few times in a year, and then you may not see one for a while.
Is it dangerous?
Nope! It’s totally safe to watch a Blood Moon with your own eyes. Unlike a solar eclipse (where you must protect your eyes), you don’t need glasses for this one. It’s like nature’s free magic show in the sky.
Fun Facts about Blood Moons:
Ancient people thought Blood Moons were signs of big events.
During a Blood Moon, stars look extra bright because the Moon’s light is dimmer.
You can even take amazing pictures of it with a good camera.
So next time you hear about a Blood Moon, don’t miss it! It’s one of the most beautiful sky wonders, painted red by the Earth itself.