You can't see planets near the moon because planets don't shine on their own. They reflect sunlight, just like the moon does.

What you likely see near the moon are bright stars.

To figure out what you're looking at, you can:

* Use a stargazing app: Apps like Stellarium or SkySafari will show you exactly what's in the sky and identify objects.

* Look for movement: Planets appear to move across the sky relative to stars. Over a few nights, you'll notice a shift in their position.

* Check for twinkling: Stars twinkle, while planets tend to shine with a steady light.

Let me know if you want help identifying any specific stars you're seeing! 😊