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Listener Questions: Computers and Electricity 🖥️⚡

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - April 03, 2024 12:00 - 23 minutes
In this episode, we will learn about electricity and computers with questions from James, Daniel, Silas, Addalyn, and Caleb. We'll talk about how we make electricity using methods such as generators, water, wind, solar power, and burning fuels. We'll also explain how electricity travels through ...

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Do you know about solar eclipses? 🌒

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - March 20, 2024 12:00 - 22 minutes
This episode taught us a little about solar eclipses and some safe ways to view them. We had questions from Adeline, who wanted to know how the Northern Lights appear; Nate, who asked why the lighting is so hot; and Isaiah, who asked why the sky is blue. We would love to hear your thoughts if yo...

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Podcast #39 - JoJo Gnome Feels Happy

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - March 10, 2024 11:15 - 7 minutes
Welcome to this story podcast all about senses and emotions. In the main story called 'What makes you happy?' JoJo Gnome and his friend LG look at their different senses and discover the things that make them happy.   Join St Roch's Primary for our story starter and find out if you finish a st...

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Do you know about Aliens? 👽

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - March 06, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes
In this episode, we will learn a little about aliens or extraterrestrials. We will discuss why scientists think there could be life outside our planet and how they will look for it. We will look at the “Goldilocks Zone,” where it is not too hot or cold for liquid water and possibly life. We will...

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✨Special✨ Solar System Facts 🌕

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - February 28, 2024 13:00 - 20 minutes
In this episode, we will learn more about the solar system, uncovering intriguing facts about the solar system and the moon, comets, and space travel. We will start with a brief recap of what we have previously explored about the solar system. With these new facts—from the moon's mysterious crat...

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Do you know about feeling yucky? 🍫

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - February 21, 2024 13:00 - 21 minutes
In this episode, we explore why we sometimes feel yucky, like after eating too many sweets or not enough veggies or when we're super worried or stressed out. Feeling yucky can mean our body is trying to tell us something, but figuring that out can be tricky because everyone's body is different. ...

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Do you know about Penguins? 🐧

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - February 07, 2024 13:00 - 20 minutes
In this episode, we're diving into the fascinating world of penguins! Imagine journeying from the icy South Pole to exotic islands near the equator, discovering where these fantastic birds call home. We'll uncover the secrets of their black and white feathers, learn about the different penguin s...

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Listeners Questions: Dinosaurs 🦕🦖

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - January 31, 2024 13:00 - 18 minutes
Did you know that the dinosaur with the longest name is Micropachycephalosaurus? In this episode we answer questions from our listeners about dinosaurs.  Questions like, what caused the dinosaurs to become extinct, and What was the first dinosaur ever discovered? If you love dinosaurs as much as...

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Do you know about viruses? 🦠

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - January 24, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we start to learn about viruses. Viruses are extremely small and can only be seen with a special microscope. Even though they are small, they can have a very big impact on our bodies. We learn about this topic by following a story with Bernice and Papa Bear as they learn all abo...

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Do you know about Darwin's Bark Spider? 🕷️🕸️

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - January 10, 2024 13:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we learned about spiders, especially the Darwin's Bark Spider and some questions from you, our listeners. Spiders are fascinating creatures with unique characteristics: they belong to the arachnid family and can be found worldwide in various sizes and colours. They exhibit remar...

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✨Updated Music✨ Do you know about food? 🥧

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - December 27, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes
In this remastered episode, we are going to learn a bit about food. Which we thought was worthy of a repeat, considering all the food we eat during this time of year.  What is a balanced diet? What does our body need to function properly? We are also going to look at some quick answers to come ...

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Do you know about snow? ❄️

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - December 13, 2023 13:00 - 22 minutes
In this episode, we will learn about snow, what it is made of and the different colours it can be. Did you know that snow could be in different colours? We will discuss the water cycle and how important snow is for the water supply in many places. We will look at The Science of Snowflakes and di...

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Do you know about marine animals? 🐋

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - November 29, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we will explore the amazing world of Marine Mammals and their incredible superpowers! Marine Mammals are warm-blooded, breathe air with lungs, and even have a bit of hair at some point in their lives. They can do awesome things like dive super deep into the ocean. We will also a...

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💥Extra💥 Listener Questions P.7❓

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - November 22, 2023 13:00 - 18 minutes
In this extra science episode, we answer the questions: Do cats and dogs have the same organs? How do cats balance so well? Where does lightning come from? How are medicines made, and how do they (and poisons) affect the body? and How do markers work? Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️👂🔬 --- 📢 ...

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#38 - JoJo Gnome's Christmas Story Podcast

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - November 17, 2023 15:43 - 11 minutes
Welcome to our end of year Christmas story podcast ...filled with festive fun.  The main story is called 'The smell of Christmas' and will have your senses tingling. There is a story starter where you can finish a story about what JoJo Gnome does when he has to make a last minute present for h...

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Do you know about the science of video games? 👾

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - November 15, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we'll dive into the fascinating science behind video games. We'll explore how they'll tap into physics, applying Newton’s laws of motion and projectile motion. We'll see how chemistry plays a role, especially when characters mix elements to concoct new potions. The focus will al...

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Listener Questions P.6❓

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - November 01, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes
In this episode, we answered listener questions. We talked about our amazing bodies and how they work. Our skin has three special layers, and the top one protects us. When we're sweaty, some things can stick to our skin because of the sticky sweat. We also learned that inside our bones, there's ...

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Do you know about ghosts? 👻

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - October 18, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes
In this episode, we discover why you might have thought you saw a ghost. We found out that many cultures, even if they are far apart, have tales about ghosts or spirits. We looked at ghosts from a science perspective and learned that sometimes our eyes and brains play tricks on us, like seeing t...

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Do you know about hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons? 🌀

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - October 04, 2023 12:00 - 28 minutes
In this episode, we'll explore hurricanes, cyclones, and typhoons. Ever wonder why these storms have different names? It's all about where they form! We'll dive into the cool parts of a hurricane: the eye, eyewall, and rainbands. Plus, we'll track a hurricane's journey from formation to decay. C...

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#37 - JoJo Gnome Learns Shapes

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - September 22, 2023 14:52 - 10 minutes
This podcast is all about shapes and numbers. JoJo Gnome & The Shape Map was written for Maths Week Scotland and celebrates 'Maths In Motion'.  Find out what happens when JoJo Gnome who is learning about shapes starts finding lots of shapes outdoors.  There is a story starter where you can fin...

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Did You Know Your Dog Had Superpowers? 🐕

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - September 20, 2023 12:00 - 26 minutes
In this episode, we will look at one of our favourite animals, the dog. We will look at their powerful eyes, nose, and ears. We will go back to see how dogs evolved from wolves and became such good pets. We will also answer some listener's questions about cats purring, litter boxes, and farts.  ...

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STORY: Mookie and the Magic Egg, Story 6

April Eight Songs and Stories - September 13, 2023 01:59 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 102 ratings
Story 6 from the series Mookie and the Magic Egg. Who could sleep when they have a baby Chromanian dragon to protect? Certainly not Mookie. Fortunately, he has some unexpected assitance from a tiny mouse (who you callin' tiny?) and a helpful gnome.  The "Mookie and the Magic Egg" series is a g...

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Do You Know About Animal's Super Senses? 🪰

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - September 06, 2023 12:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we will start talking about incredible animals and their super senses. For instance, did you know that animal's eyes differ from ours? Some have eyes that can see heat, just like superheroes! Not only do some animals have supervision, but they also can have incredible hearing an...

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#36 - Back To School With JoJo Gnome

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - August 12, 2023 11:35 - 11 minutes
This podcast is all about starting school for the first time and making new friends. Meet Ella the Elf a new charcter who is deaf and wears cochlear implants.  There is a story starter where you can finish a story about making friends. Aileymill Primary in Greenock share their version of this ...

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Listener Questions P.5❓

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - August 09, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes
In this special episode, we went on an adventure to learn about space, Earth, and the deep sea. We talked about endless space, why Earth orbits the Sun, the Big Bang, deep-sea animals, and how oceans began. We think these topics are super cool and hope you do too.  Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark...

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Listener Questions P.4❓

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - July 26, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes
In this special episode, we focus on the questions that listeners have submitted. We learn about bugs and why we sometimes feel itchy after we get bit. We also learn about how thunderstorms can sometimes cause problems with our electricity, why we cannot dig from one side of the earth through to...

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Mookie and the Magic Egg, Story 5

April Eight Songs and Stories - June 21, 2023 17:45 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 102 ratings
One of our old friends pops up in this episode - literally - to help Mookie and Grandpa decide what to do to help their baby dragon. Brizbane is back and up to all kinds of trouble, as usual. A gentle, magical podcast for innocent ears. Perfect for bedtime, snack, dinner, or car-time – any time ...

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Listener Questions P.3❓

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - June 21, 2023 12:00 - 20 minutes
In this special episode, we focus on the questions that listeners have submitted. We learn about ice cubes and why they can be white or clear. We also learn how squids go to the bathroom and how pearls are made. Lastly, we talk about different kinds of chocolate and why brushing our teeth is imp...

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Do you know about Animal Migration? 🐦

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - June 07, 2023 12:00 - 29 minutes
In this episode, we learn about animal migration. Migration is the periodic movement of animals between two regions to breed or find food. We look at some of the different animals that migrate, such as birds, deer, whales and more. We talk about the different kinds of migration, like long-distan...

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Do you know about Sleep and Dreams? 🌙

Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids - May 24, 2023 12:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode, we will learn about the different stages of sleep, how we dream, why sleep is important, and what our brain does while we sleep. When we sleep, our brain is busy working, sorting through the day's events and information and filing it away. Sleep helps our body to rest and rechar...