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Why Does the Sky Go Boom? – Meteorology & Weather Science for Kids
Episode 189
Published 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Description
Kids will learn the science behind thunderstorms, discovering how cumulonimbus clouds form and why lightning creates the loud shockwave of thunder. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they answer a fantastic question from 6-year-old Ellie, find out exactly how hot a lightning bolt really is, and learn a fun counting trick to figure out how far away a storm is! Want more fun science? Sign up for our email list at orbitalowl.com to get free materials and experiments related to this episode. Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: ESS2.D – Weather and Climate