117. What makes an animal good at moving?
From a cheetah's flexible spine to a kangaroo's springlike tendons, animal movement depends on body parts working together. Learn how specia...
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The No Sweat Nature Study Podcast
Make homeschool nature study a reality with these simple lessons and outdoor challenges for families. Cindy West of No Sweat Nature Study LIVE shares seasonal, bite-sized information and cre...
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20 of 120 episodes116. Why are flowers so colorful?
Flower colors do much more than make a garden beautiful! Pigments and reflected light create the colors we see, while ultraviolet patterns,...
115. What makes late summer so special in nature?
What makes late summer so special in nature? Learn what's happening with plants and animals as summer winds down, how changing daylight play...
114. Why do some ocean animals live in groups?
The ocean is huge, yet many animals choose to live in groups. Join Mrs. Cindy to learn why schools, pods, and colonies give ocean animals an...
113. Can animals live without a brain?
Can an animal really live without a brain? In this episode, you'll meet three surprising ocean creatures that do just fine without one and d...
112. Why do some fruits have thick rinds?
Why does a watermelon have a thick rind while a grape has only a thin skin? In this episode, we'll discover how different fruits protect the...
111. What's the fastest bug in the world?
From speedy runners to powerful fliers, insects have some impressive athletic abilities. In this episode, we'll explore which bugs are among...
110. Why Did Ben Franklin Ask So Many Questions?
Benjamin Franklin asked bold questions that helped scientists better understand lightning and electricity. In this episode, Mrs. Cindy encou...
109. Do animals wear armor?
Learn how turtles, beetles, armadillos, and hedgehogs use armor-like protection to survive in the wild in this informative episode about ani...
108. Can animals and plants tell when the moon is full?
Explore how the full moon affects plants and animals, including nocturnal behavior, moonlight changes, and possible plant responses to lunar...
107. Who's taking care of plants when no one's watching?
Plants keep growing even when no one is around. So what's helping them? Learn how sunlight, water, soil, and air work together to support pl...
106. Why do people tell stories about animals?
Why do so many classic stories feature talking animals? In this episode, we'll think about how animal characters help authors share big idea...
105. What are some of the coolest things you can see in the night sky?
From shooting stars to glowing comets to the Northern Lights, learn about some of the most amazing things you can see in the night sky! To l...
104. Why do waterfalls make so much noise?
Waterfalls don't just sound loud, they roar for a reason. Learn how gravity, turbulence, trapped air, and canyon echoes combine to create on...
103. Can a Tomato Be Cube-Shaped?
Can a tomato really be cube-shaped? Mrs. Cindy uses this surprising question to explain how plant traits change over time and how humans inf...
102. What Animal Can Punch Like a Superhero?
Did you know there's a tiny ocean creature with a punch so powerful, it creates underwater shockwaves? Discover the fascinating mantis shrim...
101. Why Do Some Animals Seem So Smart?
Do some animals really seem smart… or are we just imagining it? In this episode, discover the difference between instinct and intelligence,...
100. What Was the First Thing Ever Seen Through a Telescope?
What did Galileo first see through a telescope in the 1600's? Listen and find out! In the companion video class for members, 1st-8th graders...
99. Why Did People Travel with Animals Long Ago?
What if your Christmas trip meant riding a camel through the desert or a horse-drawn sleigh through the snow? Find out how animals helped pe...
98. Why Is There an Orange in My Stocking?!
This holiday episode unwraps the surprising history behind oranges in Christmas stockings. Join Mrs. Cindy as she blends seasonal science wi...