Are Animals Ticklish? (Mailbag + New song!)

Tumble Science Podcast for Kids by Tumble Media

Apr 17, 202620:52Health

A special “tickle attack” Mailbag edition of Tumble! We’re tackling your questions about whether animals can be tickled, and why we laugh when we’re tickled. David Leavens, a professor of psychology, helps us break down...

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