Parent info: Nature and Science 4 Kids is recommended for ages 6-10. It's an Episodic show that can be listened to in any order. Made in the USA, it's about Science and Nature for kids. Launched in 2020, it has 1 season.
Moosejaw Matt walks through an animal nursery looking for some cute animals, but he's in for an unpleasant surprise. What could it be?…
Do screech owls really screech? Maybe they do. Maybe they don't. Let's find out together.…
Learn about the human body, common surgeries people have, and how a surgeon prepare for surgery.…
Explore some coral reefs with Moosejaw Matt to see what sorts of creatures we can encounter.…
Celebrate with Moosejaw Matt as he shares his favorite episodes!…
What is Chernobyl? It's actually a place. What happened? How did it happen? Did the sky really turn blue? Listen to this interactive episode to experience a little bit of what it might have been like in Chernobyl in April 1986. Featuring the voice of Isabela …
What is the climate of the Jerusalem like, and how does it compare with the United States?…
Here we go again on another dinosaur adventure. Featuring the voice of Isabella Gurner with Camilla Lagos on the piano.…
When does sky turn into space? Enjoy this brief episode as we prepare for....spinosaurus!…
What is Catatumbo Lightning? We have the answers here on Nature and Science 4 Kids.…
You are invited to the courtroom with Judge Moose as he decides on the cases of each animal. Are they guilty of being the most dangerous?…
Listen with Moosejaw Matt as he answers some recent questions.…
Will Moosejaw Matt get eaten by insects?…
Learn some things about Mount Everest - the tallest mountain in the world!…
We are celebrating 5 years of Nature and Science 4 Kids! Come and celebrate with us!…
What does a fox sound like? Listen to Mrs. Fox give her hilarious impression.…
Sloths can be pretty remarkable. Do you know how long they can hold their breath?…
We are taking a break to prepare for our next episode. It's also time to celebrate some birthdays!…
What happens when cats meet the Wild West?…
Join Moosejaw Matt on a hike to see Mount Rainier, the jewel of Washington State.…
Woolly Mammoths are an interesting mystery in nature. What were they? Where did they live? We'll answer some questions about them in this episode.…
The axolotl is pretty popular right now, but there's more to this creature than just good looks. Discover who, what and where about the axolotl. Featuring the voice of Alexander the axolotl.…
What are nurse sharks? Is there a reason they have such a strange name? Find out with Moosejaw Matt.…
Listen to the sound of ocean waves as we walk along the beach together, then end with peaceful music.…
Why do African wild dogs have such big ears? Why don't fish get electrocuted by lightning? Or do they?…
In this episode we will be taking a very slow walk through the woods to help us sleep. Moosejaw Matt will mostly be silent to let the sounds of nature and the soothing music lull us all to sleep.…
Take a stroll through the woods with Moosejaw Matt, observing changes in the seasons.…
Join Moosejaw Matt for the third and final part of this Grand Canyon series.…
What can we learn from a honeybee? Quite a bit, actually!…
What disappointing stories can Moosejaw Matt share with us this time?…
Part 2 continues the Grand Canyon backpacking journey from last time.…
Reminisce with me about a backpacking trip in the Grand Canyon from 2012.…
What is a forest fire and how do people fight them? Learn about these marvelous birds with Moosejaw Matt.…
Let's go paddling together in the Adirondacks to a sleepy rest as we hear the call of loons and the dipping of our paddles.…
Stroll with me through the woods to relax. Let your thoughts flutter like leaves in the breeze.…
What's the deal with these pink birds? Why are they so flamboyant? Learn about these marvelous birds with Moosejaw Matt.…
This is a quick update with Moosejaw Matt, and some belated birthday shout-outs!…
We continued our hike to a mountain lake. In the process we tried to avoid taking risks, but when faced with a decision, we decided to walk through a cold creek. Was the risk worth it?…
Sometimes we have to change our plans based on the circumstances around us, but that's an opportunity to make the best choice we can. We can also choose to focus on one thing at a time to help calm our minds. Let this story of a hiking in Alaska calm your mind…
What is something we can do when our minds feel full and cluttered? Let's take a walk in nature to help unclutter our minds and get ready for sleep.…
Why Do People Get Grumpy When They Get Tired? Moosejaw Matt and Geoff-with-a-G answer your questions on this episode.…
What is an arctic wolf, and what does it have to do with babysitting? Moosejaw Matt will fill you in with the details here on this episode.…
What animals did Moosejaw Matt and his family see in the night? Find out the answers here. Also, fruit makes us happy!…
What animals did Moosejaw Matt and his family see in the night?…
Did you know that sea otters have the densest fur of any animal? Astounding! But just how much fur is that? Find out the answer to that question and learn other facts.…
Travel with Moosejaw Matt back in time a few thousand years to when dinosaurs most likely still roamed the earth.…
Moosejaw Matt saw the lunar eclipse. Did you? What even is a lunar eclipse? Join Moosejaw Matt for his explanation about what just happened.…
Join Moosejaw Matt for some brief science news.…
What is a snapping turtle? Where do they live? How powerful is their bite? Do I need to be afraid of them? Find out with Moosejaw Matt!…
Do ants ever stop moving? Why does fire burn skin? We will answer these and other questions here today on Nature and Science 4 Kids.…
How do elephants fight? Do birds get exhausted? Why does electricity travel through wire? Find out the answers to these questions and others.…
What makes thresher sharks unique? Learn about them and their amazing metallic skin right here, right now.…
Learn about bioluminescent fish and where they live with Moosejaw Matt.…
Bunny rabbits! Let's hop along to find out some interesting facts about these cute creatures.…
Woohoo! It's our 150th episode! Let's learn about roses.…
It's time to answer some questions. What do whales do at night? Also, how many legs do centipedes have?…
What could we possibly learn about soil? Isn't it just dirt? There may be more there than meets the eye.…
Do you know where Thorny Devils live? Do you know what they are? They can do something amazing with their skin! Find out about them here.…
How many astronauts have there been? There may have been more than you think! Also, hear a brief interview with my student, Olivia, who helped design a zero gravity indicator for Space X.…
Oh, the drama! There may not be a more dramatic snake out there than the eastern hognose snake. It'll take the award home for best actor, for sure.…
Why does a spoon flip images upside down? Learn about the difference between convex and concave mirrors.…
Why do mosquito bites itch? Find out what is happening in the saliva of a mosquito, and why we get side cramps.…
What is the difference between a rock and a gem? Learn about the interesting and beautiful world of rocks and gems.…
Do you know how far away a roaring lion can be heard? Find out, and hear other facts about the king of the jungle.…
Yellowstone's volcano didn't erupt, but there was a large explosion in July, 2024. Find out what caused it right here and right now.…
The most venomous fish in the world. Enough said!…
Listen as Moosejaw Matt interviews Geoff-with-a-G about two rock climbing experiences he had.…
Are plants effected during an eclipse? Find out, and also what happens to saltwater fish that swim in freshwater.…
What is a black hole? Are we in any danger? Find out here, but keep a safe distance!…
We are continuing the series about neurotransmitters. What can we learn about serotonin?…
Thank you for joining me! Let's count down the 6 longest living animals.…
What is the difference between magma and lava? Aren't they the same thing?…
Why are some people allergic to peanuts? And is that a birthday I detect?…
Which animals live the shortest lives? Let's quickly go through this episode together!…
How much does the smallest bird in the world weigh?…
What is the largest arthropod in the world? What even is an arthropod? Found out with Moosejaw Matt on this episode!…
Have you ever wondered why ice sticks to your fingers, or how scabs form? Find out here with Moosejaw Matt!…
Come on a sailing trip around the Iberian peninsula and find out what's been happening to the rudders of boats around there since the covid lockdown. Make sure to wear a lifejacket!…
Which animal may be the best engineer in the natural world? Find out about the clever compass termite. Special guest, Keira.…
What do Elk have to do with a letter from President Theodore Roosevelt and Pennsylvania? Find out with Moosejaw Matt.…
What do anti-lock brakes, Teddy Roosevelt, and bison have in common? Find out with Moosejaw Matt!…
What are there more of on earth than the stars in our galaxy? What seemingly-docile animal kills more humans than sharks each year? Find out the unlikely answers to these bizarre questions with Moosejaw Matt.…
What is dopamine and how does it help us? Find out more with Moosejaw Matt and a surprise guest even he wasn't expecting!…
These seeds are really old - older than you or me!…
Great White shark populations are increasing off the coast of Northern California.…
Just how many birds are there in the world? Which one is the most common? Find out here!…
How long does water need to sit in the sun before it is safe to drink? Where was Hawaiian pizza created?! Find out with Moosejaw Matt.…
Who knew that pigs could swim so well?! Come get chased...I mean, learn more about pigs with Moosejaw Matt.…
Celebrate 3 years together with Moesejaw Matt!!!
This episode needs only one phrase for introduction:The highest vertical drop on the planet!…
Neurons have three parts and essentially perform three tasks. So does Someone else.…
How are running and an illegal drugs similar? How are they different? We are beginning a series about the amazing neurotransmitters God has given us!…
This is the story of a hike where we almost died...except that we chose to be smart and turn around so we could avoid all the drama.…
What makes a rattlesnake rattle? What's that have to do with being hangry? Is that even a word?…
What is a bearded dragon? Are there dragons? Do they have beards? Find out here with Moosejaw Matt!…
What's it like to be inside of a cave? What is the largest cave network in the world? Come along with Moosejaw Matt as he squeezes his way through a cave and listens to someone else share a caving experience they had.…
Ah, yes, the fastest land mammal. I think we all know about the amazing cheetah, but perhaps there's more to learn.…
What is Big Foot and is it real? Find out right here and right now...sort of.…
Here are a couple of brief encounters I've had with scorpions, but I've not been stung yet!…
What animal scurries around, typically in dry places, and uses a stinger to paralyze its prey? Find out with Moosejaw Matt.…
Think you know everything about giraffes? Think again! Allow Moosejaw Matt to share some facts about the famous giraffe you probably know, and some you may not. Also, listen up for a random dream!…
Join Moosejaw Matt as he talks with Miss Jane Kurtz about what it was like to be near Mount Saint Helens after the eruption.…
What is the tallest tree in the world? Why does blood make scabs? Where can I find dinosaur bones? Find out the answer to these questions here with Moosejaw Matt. We also have some thanks and birthday shout-outs for you.
What happened after the 1980 eruption of Mount Saint Helens? Recovery. Find out more about it in this episode in the third part of our series.…
Wow! Can you believe it? We are releasing our 100th episode! Join Moosejaw Matt, Edmund, Emma, and Eden for a look back at previous episodes and an alphabet game.
Join Moosejaw Matt for an intermission story. Do you think you know what animal it is?
The main event. Join Moosejaw Matt in this experiential series about the 1980 eruption that captured the attention of millions.…
What might it have been like to be there for the eruption of Mount Saint Helens? Join Moosejaw Matt in this experiential series about the 1980 eruption that captured the attention of millions.
Why are there ponies around the United States? What horse breed was used to pull coaches? Let's learn about horses together, and be ready for a quiz at the end!…
Why is the sky dark in the night? Why don't the stars make the night sky brighter?…
If not friend, why friend shaped? What does that mean? Find out in an interview with a Pallas's cat.…
If light travels through space, why does space appear black? We also learn a tiny bit about brain chemicals that make us feel happier.…
What is this episode's mystery animal? Find out with Moosejaw Matt. Featuring the voice of Tabitha Flower.…
Is it a fox? Is it a cat? Is it a panda? Whatever it is, it's a cuddly-looking animal!…
Exploding ants?! Wow, it sounds explosive. Is it loud? What happens? And what's that smell?…
Happy New Year! Let's celebrate together by learning about a creature worthy of respect - the fearsome feline, otherwise known as the domesticated house cat.…
Do they grow Christmas trees on Christmas Island? Or maybe they have a lot of Christmas Tree Worms there! Whatever the case, learn about an unusual event that happens annually on this island.
What is a Christmas Tree Worm? Do they eat Christmas trees? Probably not, but find out the truth about these colorful worms in this episode!
Why do we have toes? What is the largest rock in the world? Find out right here, right now.…
Researchers tried to blindfold some spiders. What for? Find out here!
That's an excellent question. Let's find out why the sky turns red when the sun sets.
Elephants swim? Find out with Moosejaw Matt in this mini-episode.…
There was a huge tadpole found in Arizona. Why is it so big, and how big is it?…
What's so amazing about chickens? Find out with Moosejaw Matt!…
What is a rolling swarm? Find out about it and how it helps caterpillars.…
Learn about spider monkeys, the amazing trapeze artists of the jungle, in this episode with Moosejaw Matt.…
There's a hairy snake in Thailand? Well, not exactly. Find out more here!…
Let's learn together about static electricity. Elijah, this episode's for you!…
How small is the smallest chameleon in the world?
Our nearest star, we call the sun, is incredible. It is responsible for providing energy for all life on earth. Let's learn some more about the sun together.…
We all experience stress or anxiety, but the Bible has given us some things we can do to help calm our bodies down. In this episode, we'll focus on one of those activities which activates the vagus nerve in the body so we can have a higher vagal tone.…
There are about 500 species of shark in the world, and with millions of them worldwide, why aren't there more shark attacks? How is it that sharks know not to eat humans? We'll find out more about the answer to this question right here!
How old can a seed be and still grow? Find out with Moosejaw Matt here in this episode. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. So…
Can metal hold lava? Is that even possible? Find out with Moosejaw Matt here in this episode.…
Have you ever wondered why the sky is blue? I'll answer this, and also what my favorite animal is, on this episode.…
What is the biggest potato chip in the world? Did you know it's on display? Find out all about it in this episode!
What's that sound? Is that a chainsaw? A car? A spaceship? Meet the bird of incredible mimicry skills.…
This is a bonus episode because we have 10 supporters for the podcast! Thank you so much for your support. Hermit crabs sometimes need new shells. Find out what they do when it's time to swap.
What's it like to step on a stingray? Listen as I interview Geoff White about the time he was stung by a stingray.…
What is a hellbender? It sounds frightening! It's not as terrible as it sounds. Learn about the third largest salamander in the world, and it's Pennsylvania's state amphibian.…
The camel spider is a fascinating non-spider. What?! It's called a camel spider, but it's not a spider? That's right. Nor is it a camel. Find out more about these legendary arachnids from the Middle East.…
Learn about this deep sea guardian rarely glimpsed alive.…
Here's an easy experiment you can try at home (with parent permission of course). All you need is about half a cup of vinegar, a quarter cup of salt, and some old pennies.…
Something's hunting Moosejaw Matt. Can he get away? Find out what happens, and also learn about these fascinating hunting beasts.…
Bats are more incredible than I gave them credit for - that's because I never heard about it (pun intended, although it probably won't make sense until after listening to this episode).…
What are the fastest animals in the sky? Well, the answer gets a little complicated.
It's still the Olympics, so let's learn a little more about the fastest sea animals in the world.
What are the 10 fastest land animals? #1 may surprise you.
It's time for another mini episode - this time about sleep.
Did you hear about the recent undersea volcanic eruption near Tonga? Learn about what happened, and why it did what it did!…
Listen to some random science facts, and hear an example of an opinion, and what makes it an opinion.
Listen to these science facts and guess the common theme among them.
Listen to some random science facts, and hear an example of an opinion, and what makes it an opinion.
Let's get this year started off right, with a mini episode! Learn some simple cloud facts.…
Sooth your soul, laugh for joy, and celebrate with Moosejaw Matt as we reflect on some meaningful and gorgeous adventures in Yosemite National Park.…
Moosejaw Matt learns about some of the interesting living organisms in Yosemite National Park.
Are you eager to learn about another amazing National Park? Learn about the history and magnanimous landforms of Yosemite National Park with Moosejaw Matt.…
There's more to Thanksgiving than just a holiday. Learn about the joys of gratitude with Moosejaw Matt.
Join Moosejaw Matt for a walk in nature. Sooth your soul with the sounds of birds in an idyllic forest habitat.
It's time to learn about an amazing bird. The trick is, you don't know what bird it is until the end of the episode.
Learn about army ants with Moosejaw Matt from the safety of his car.
Listen to this electrifying episode about a mysterious weather phenomenon with Moosejaw Matt.
Listen in as Moosejaw Matt interviews Ted Vanderlaan, a volunteer at a park in the mountains of California.
Learn about the colorful and dangerous little poison dart frog!
Come and learn with Moosejaw Matt about a fish that acts a bit like an archer.
Learn about the astounding octopus as Moosejaw Matt shares fascinating facts about this marvelous mollusk.
Basking sharks? Why are they called basking sharks? Find out the answer to this question as we learn more about today's shark.
Did you know that today's shark has been found over 2,000 miles up a river? What?! It's true. Find out more about the bull shark.
Learn about the frilled shark - the shark with a collar.
Join Moosejaw Matt for day 4 of Shark Week 2021 as we learn about megamouth sharks.
Join Moosejaw Matt for day 3 of Shark Week 2021 as we learn about cookiecutter sharks.
Join Moosejaw Matt for day 2 of Shark Week 2021 as we learn about great white sharks.
Welcome to Shark Week 2021 here on Nature and Science 4 Kids!
Do you know the amazing facts about goats' eyes? Find out with Moosejaw Matt just what makes their eyes unique.
How can you unfear an animal? What does that even mean? In this episode, learn how to tame the fear inside you.
Visit the peaceful Adirondack Park with Moosejaw Matt.
Some animals can be a pain. Sometimes they seem downright useless! Find out if some pests are as useless as we think.
Spitting cobras? Pet scorpions? A pet monkey?! Is it possible? Moosejaw Matt sits down with Timothy George to ask about nature on the island of Palawan in the Philippines. You don't want to miss this episode.…
Moosejaw Matt has just one question for you.
Geology is essentially the study of rocks. Sounds pretty boring right? Actually, there's more to it than that. Geology is very interesting. Learn more in this episode with Moosejaw Matt.
Plants are amazing! Do you know that without plants you would die? Learn more at www.moosejawmatt.com.
Moosejaw Matt very briefly discusses weather and the seasons. But wait! There's more! Visit www.moosejawmatt.com for a video about weather.
What was that animal Moosejaw Matt saw while camping? Find out in this episode.
Cats and dogs go nose to nose as Edmund votes for the winner in multiple categories. Who will win?
Moosejaw Matt shares an experience he had camping in the cold, then walking down the mountain by himself, alone, and in the dark. Yikes! What was that?!
Relive some of Moosejaw Matt's adventures in Yellowstone National Park!
Let’s explore the geothermal features of Yellowstone National Park together!
Listen to Moosejaw Matt share an encounter with a large barracuda.
Moosejaw Matt keeps a safe distance between himself and some other creatures of North America. Learn with him about North American bears!
Moosejaw Matt carefully learns and shares about the awesomeness of saltwater crocodiles. So come on, let's go exploring!
Join Moosejaw Matt as he reminisces with Geoff White about shark encounters they've had.…
Try to guess the mystery shark as Moosejaw Matt hosts the gameshow Guess The Mystery Shark.…
Learn with Moosejaw Matt about some of the many benefits of laughter, and some of the interesting things that happen as you laugh.
Meander with Moosejaw Matt to Mars while munching on moose tracks space ice cream.
In this episode, Moosejaw Matt asks Rich Aguilera about what he does and dinosaurs!…
Meet a newly-identified species in our oceans: the Rice’s whale. How big is it? Where is it? How was it discovered? Let Moosejaw Matt answer these questions and others in this episode.…
Meet a few of the strongest weightlifters in the world at a local gym with Moosejaw Matt.
Birds are wonderful. Did you know that one bird builds floating nests on water? Learn about this bird and 7 other amazing nest builders from around the world. Let’s “flock” together to hear it.…
Moosejaw Matt relives stories from an epic backpacking trip in the Grand Canyon. Fasten your bootstraps for the conclusion of a three-part series about the Grand Canyon.…
Moosejaw Matt considers evidence for the age of the earth and how the Grand Canyon could have been created during part 2 of our Grand Canyon adventure.…
We are beginning a 3-part series about the Grand Canyon. Come on, let's go exploring!
Beavers are amazing creatures. Explore some of the ways they change our world with the host of Nature and Science 4 Kids, Moosejaw Matt.
Join the host of Nature and Science 4 Kids, Moosejaw Matt, as he explores fascinating facts about spitting cobras and makes a connection to our own lives.
In Nature and Science 4 Kids' premier episode, learn about the ingenious tusk fish.
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