Author: Josh
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Why Do You Sink in Quicksand?
Quicksand forms when loose sand becomes saturated with water and loses enough strength to support weight. Today we learn why people can become trapped in it without being pulled completely […]
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How Do Woodpeckers Keep from Hurting Their Heads?
Woodpeckers withstand repeated pecking because their impacts are extremely brief and their small brains experience lower pressure changes than a much larger brain would. Newer research also shows that their […]
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How Do Suction Cups Stick to Things?
Suction cups stick when pressing them against a smooth surface lowers the air pressure beneath the cup. Higher air pressure outside the cup pushes it firmly against the surface until […]
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Why Don’t Pets Get Sick When We Get Sick?
On today’s episode, we learn that many viruses can infect only certain kinds of hosts because they need compatible cells and must overcome that host’s defenses. Dogs and cats have […]
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How Are Crayons Made?
In today’s episode, we discover how crayons are made! From melted wax to bright colors, learn how these drawing sticks come to life in the factory before landing in your […]
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How Is Curious Kids Every Day Made?
In this special episode of the show, Josh explains how he creates an episode of Curious Kids Every Day… from writing, to song selection, to uploading! As a fun example, […]
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Why Does the Sun Keep Burning?
In this episode, we learn… Fusion turns hydrogen into helium in the core Gravity creates the pressure fusion needs The sun’s hydrogen supply is finite (but will last a REALLY […]
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Fahrenheit vs Celcius: What’s the Difference?
In this episode, we learn… Water freezes at 0°C or 32°F Celsius degrees represent larger temperature changes Both scales match at negative 40 Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, […]
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What Is an Aircraft Carrier?
In this episode, we learn… Catapults help aircraft reach flying speed Arresting wires stop jets after landing Elevators move aircraft between ship levels Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, […]
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How Does a Caterpillar Turn into a Butterfly? (Curious Kids Club)
Join the Curious Kids Club: SupportCuriousKids.com How does a tiny, wiggly caterpillar turn into a beautiful flying butterfly? In today’s episode, we explore one of the most incredible transformations in […]
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