The science podcast for curious & creative kids and their families. Peek into the world of real-life scientists, engineers, and experts as they solve problems in their every day jobs. Kids and families are then invited to take on a challenge and solve a problem themselves!
Episode One: How Do You Make Software?Created by: Jennifer Swanson / Jeff Gonyea
Started: June 7th, 2022
Status: Active, 128 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
<a href="https://soundcarrot.com/shows/shows/solve-it-for-kids/page/14/" title="SoundCarrot.com - Children's podcasts"><img src="https://soundcarrot.com/img/sc-sm.png" alt="Listen On SoundCarrot" style="width: 200px; height: auto" /></a>People often try to be aware of the impact they are making on the planet. They will make sure to drink out of reusable water bottles, use as little plastic as possible, and even walk instead of driving. But did you ever think about how the clothes you wear affect the planet? If not, you’ll want to listen to our awesome chat with Louise Ulukaya, founder of Mon Couer clothing, as she explains to us how she uses recycled plastic and abandoned fishing lines to make her clothes for kids. You’ll be surprised at all of the science that is involved!
Have you ever wondered how airline pilots land those giant planes? You know the big jumbo jets– or even the small ones? Don’t miss this fun and exciting episode with Guy Wroble, engineer and former airline pilot, who talks to us about physics, weather, and also how the length of the runway plays a part in the landing. You will leave appreciating just how awesome pilots are!
Have you ever watched a sporting event and looked for the science? You should! Sports can’t happen without science, technology, engineering, and math. We have Sean Barton, the Director of Curriculum and Strategy for STEM Sports to talk about just how you can see the STEM in sports! Don’t miss this awesome episode all about sportsscience!
Did you ever wonder why we need sleep? And what happens to our brains as we sleep at night? We have the awesome Dr. Nancy Cowdin Hennessy, neuroscientist and teacher who explains just what our brain does when its sleepy. This is an episode not to be missed! It may even help you sleep better Zzzzzzzz
Want to create the perfect habitat for eco-friendly plants and animals in your own backyard? Don’t miss this fantastic chat with Award-winning science author and birder, Sneed Collard III. Grab a pencil and a pad of paper. You’ll want to write down all of his tips for designing your own backyard. You may even find yourself heading to the nearest garden center to pick out a few plants to get started!
Do you wish that you could talk to a robot? It’s not that difficult to do, just program it to follow your instructions. The fantastic Dr. Carlotta Barry, electrical and computer engineer, tells us how to do just that in this exciting and informative chat. This episode will have you heading to the nearest website to buy yourself a robotics kit and build a robot of your own! #RoboticsRocks
Have you ever looked up at a tree and wondered just exactly how tall it really is? We can help with that! Brian Campbell, NASA Senior Earth Science Outreach Specialist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in VA, tells us about the challenge he has for all you citizen scientists out there! It’s the NASA GLOBE Trees Challenge 2022: Trees in a Changing Climate and he needs YOUR help! Tune in and learn how you can help measure trees for NASA.
Did you know that Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons, may contain twice as much water as all of the Earth’s oceans combined? Learn this and other amazing facts from Tracy Drain, the lead flight systems engineer for NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission. Don’t miss this awesome chat about all things space, science, and astronomical fun!!
Created by: Jennifer Swanson / Jeff Gonyea
Started:
June 7th, 2022
Status: Active, 128 episodes
Kind: Episodic
Language: English
When Chloe is sent off to live with her mysterious and eccentric grandmother she learns an unbelievable secret. Grandma Ivy is none other than Mother Nature herself! And Chloe is next in line to assume to the power and responsibility of the job. Can a twelve-year old learn to balance the entire world’s ecosystem while just trying to fit in at her new school? Only Mother Nature knows.
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