What happens when the moon gets full?

This question came from #4 aka K last night. I was trying to enjoy a relaxing bath but the boys kept coming to the bathroom door to talk to me. I ended up trapped behind the shower curtain while K poked his head around the door to ask me what happened when the moon got full.

Me: The moon gets brighter, and its lighter outside. Go ask Dad.
K: I already DID!
Me: What did he say?
K: He said it reflects light.
Me: That's right.
K: Are werewolves going to come?
Me: There are no such things as werewolves.
K: (after a long pause) I think you're lying.
Me: K, there are NO werewolves. They are made up.
K: Oh.

I am still not sure he believes me. Here I thought he wanted a scientific answer about why the moon gets full, and all he was worried about was when the werewolves were going to come and get us.

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