How long does it take for the moon to orbit the earth?

The moon does not give off its own light - it reflects light from the sun.

If you see a new moon on April 17th, when is the next time you'll see a new moon?

If the moon is showing light on the right, it is:

Which moon phase occurs BETWEEN a new moon and first quarter moon?

The moon appears to change shape because the amount of sunlight reflected off it changes as the moon orbits around earth.

Which phase occurs BETWEEN a waxing gibbous and a waning gibbous?

How do scientists believe the moon was formed?

If you see a new moon on September 1st, when would you expect to see a full moon?