Phases of the Moon Song

The video explains how the moon reflects sunlight and describes the phases of the moon as it orbits the Earth. It details each phase, including new moon, waxing crescent, first quarter, waxing gibbous, full moon, waning gibbous, last quarter, and waning crescent. The moon's orbit takes approximately 29.53 days, completing a full cycle in about one month. The video emphasizes that the moon does not emit its own light but reflects the sun's light, causing different parts to be illuminated as it moves around the Earth.

Explain why we can see the moon at night.

Describe the cycle of moon phases and how long it takes.

What happens during a new moon phase?

What is the difference between a waxing gibbous and a waning gibbous moon?

What causes the different phases of the moon?