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Back to Search088. What's Inside a Sunflower Seed?
Season 7 Episode 88
Discover the parts of a sunflower seed, how germination begins, and what helps a tiny seed grow into a towering plant in this fun nature study episod…
1 year, 3 months ago
087. What's the Fastest-Growing Vegetable
Season 7 Episode 87
Which veggie wins the title of fastest-growing? Join Mrs. Cindy as we find out the answer and explore why some vegetables seem to grow almost overnig…
1 year, 3 months ago
086. Why Do Peaches Have Fuzzy Skin?
Season 7 Episode 86
Join Mrs. Cindy to discover why peaches have a soft, fuzzy skin and how it helps them thrive in the summer heat. Learn about trichomes, their protect…
1 year, 4 months ago
85. What's the Biggest Woodpecker in the World?
Season 7 Episode 85
Learn about the impressive Pileated Woodpecker, compare it to the possibly extinct Imperial Woodpecker, and discover how these birds are built for po…
1 year, 4 months ago
084. How Do Leaves Protect Themselves from Animals?
Season 7 Episode 84
Learn how leaves use fuzz, chemicals, and even camouflage to stay safe from animals that might want to eat them. This episode is packed with surprisi…
1 year, 5 months ago
083. Why Are Bird Eggs Different Colors?
Season 7 Episode 83
Why are bird eggs blue, brown, or speckled? In this episode, Mrs. Cindy shares surprising reasons behind bird egg colors and how they help protect ba…
1 year, 5 months ago
082. What's at the End of a Rainbow?
Season 7 Episode 82
What's really at the end of a rainbow? Join Mrs. Cindy in this colorful episode as we explore the science and stories behind rainbows—and discover th…
1 year, 6 months ago
081. Can Crocodiles Really Cry?
Season 7 Episode 81
You may have heard the phrase "crocodile tears", but what does it mean? In this episode, discover whether crocodiles shed real tears, and if so, why.…
1 year, 6 months ago
080. Why Does the Wind Whistle?
Season 7 Episode 80
Have you heard the whistling wind? How about the howling, roaring, or humming wind? Learn how the wind creates these sounds through air movement duri…
1 year, 7 months ago
079. What Do Barbara Cooney and Nature Study Have In Common?
Season 6 Episode 79
Discover how beloved author and illustrator Barbara Cooney infused her stories with the beauty of nature. In this episode, we explore her life, her i…
1 year, 7 months ago