In this episode, we will learn a little about raccoons. We will look at their appearance, life cycle, and how they adapted to living in cities and other urban environments. We also answer listener questions regarding how legs help us move, why we are ticklish, and how our body feels pain. This is a fun one!
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We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode!

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In this episode, we will start learning what makes amphibians so unique, we will look at the incredible life cycle of frogs, and the various environments in which they will thrive across the globe. We will also look at what these amazing creatures eat to fuel their leaps and hops. After that, we will answer some questions from Charlie, Kyra van Hemert, and Abigail. Then we will share some fun facts to satisfy your curiosity about frogs.

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In this episode, we will learn a bit about bees. We will examine why bees are necessary, their challenges, how they are adapted to collecting pollen, and learn about pollination. We will look at how bees live together in one hive and their roles. And finally, we will understand how honey is made. We also answer some questions from Ellery, who wants to know why hippos open their mouths so wide, and Suraya, who wants to understand how leaves change colour.

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In this episode, we are going to talk about the clever and captivating world of foxes! We'll learn about their physical characteristics, discover the diverse habitats they call home, explore the different types of foxes around the world, and munch on some knowledge about what these cute animals eat. After that, we'll tackle some listener questions and add fun facts to satisfy your fox curiosity.

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In this episode, we will explore the Earth through some engaging fun facts. We will investigate why Earth is often referred to as the "Blue Marble," examine the ten largest islands and their unique features, and dive into some of the remarkable animals native to Australia. Also, we will discuss why Earth could be considered a vast playground. We'll also answer questions from our listeners: Porter Murdock, who will ask why mountains are pointy at the top, and Liam Selva, who will inquire why tornadoes avoid mountains and hills.

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