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Nature and Science 4 Kids

Nature and Science for Kids produces engaging stories and facts about nature and science from a Christian perspective, so kids of all ages can explore their world one episode at a time.
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Episodes

June Update!

This is a quick update with Moosejaw Matt, and some belated birthday shout-outs! Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Jun 27, 20255 minEp. 168

Sleep Episode - One Step at a Time in Alaska 2

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? Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Jun 25, 202521 minEp. 167

Sleep Episode - One Step at a Time in Alaska 1

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 for sleep. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Jun 25, 202519 minEp. 166

Sleep Episode - Walking in Nature to Unclutter the 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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org.

Jun 25, 202514 minEp. 165

Why Do People Get Grumpy When They Get Tired?

Why Do People Get Grumpy When They Get Tired? Moosejaw Matt and Geoff-with-a-G answer your questions on 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. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Jun 09, 20259 minEp. 164

Arctic Wolves

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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Jun 01, 202513 minEp. 163

Fruit Makes Us Happy

What animals did Moosejaw Matt and his family see in the night? Find out the answers here. Also, fruit makes us happy! Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

May 22, 20255 minEp. 162

Nighttime Animal Experiences

What animals did Moosejaw Matt and his family see in the night? Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

May 13, 20257 minEp. 161

Sea Otters

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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Apr 27, 202513 minEp. 160

Dinosaur Travels

Travel with Moosejaw Matt back in time a few thousand years to when dinosaurs most likely still roamed the earth. Featuring the voice of Isabella Gurner as Izzy. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Apr 08, 202518 minEp. 159

A Lunar Eclipse Just Happened

Moosejaw Matt saw the lunar eclipse. Did you? What even is a lunar eclipse? Join Moosejaw Matt for his explanation about what just happened. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Mar 14, 20256 minEp. 158

Brief Science News

Join Moosejaw Matt for some brief science news. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Mar 03, 20256 minEp. 157

Snapping Turtles

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! Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Feb 20, 202513 minEp. 156

Do Ants Ever Stop Moving?

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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Feb 04, 20256 minEp. 155

Why Does Electricity Travel Through Wire?

How do elephants fight? Do birds get exhausted? Why does electricity travel through wire? Find out the answers to these questions and others. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Jan 20, 202512 minEp. 154

Thresher Sharks

What makes thresher sharks unique? Learn about them and their amazing metallic skin right here, right now. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to Yevhen Onoychenko and Dmitrii Kolesnikov for this year's theme songs.

Jan 09, 202516 minEp. 153

Bioluminescent Fish

Learn about bioluminescent fish and where they live with Moosejaw Matt. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Dec 23, 202410 minEp. 152

Rabbits

Bunny rabbits! Let's hop along to find out some interesting facts about these cute creatures. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Dec 09, 202410 minEp. 151

Roses (our 150th episode!)

Woohoo! It's our 150th episode! Let's learn about roses. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Nov 25, 202411 minEp. 150

What Do Whales Do At Night?

It's time to answer some questions. What do whales do at night? Also, how many legs do centipedes have? Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Nov 11, 20247 minEp. 149

Soil

What could we possibly learn about soil? Isn't it just dirt? There may be more there than meets the eye. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Oct 28, 202413 minEp. 148

Thorny Devil

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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Oct 16, 202410 minEp. 147

Astronauts

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. Read an article about Olivia designing Asteroid here: ( http://www.collectspace.com/news/news-091024a-polaris-dawn-asteroid-shiba-dog-zero-g-indicator.html ) To purchase Asteroid, click here: https://shop.spacex.com/products/polaris-dawn-zero-gravity-indicator . Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreo...

Oct 02, 202412 minEp. 146

Eastern Hognose Snake

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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Sep 25, 20248 minEp. 145

Why Does a Spoon Flip Images Upside Down?

Why does a spoon flip images upside down? Learn about the difference between convex and concave mirrors. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Sep 18, 20245 minEp. 144

Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch?

Why do mosquito bites itch? Find out what is happening in the saliva of a mosquito, and why we get side cramps. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Sep 04, 20248 minEp. 143

Rocks and Gems

What is the difference between a rock and a gem? Learn about the interesting and beautiful world of rocks and gems. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Aug 21, 202419 minEp. 142

Lions

Do you know how far away a roaring lion can be heard? Find out, and hear other facts about the king of the jungle. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Aug 08, 202414 minEp. 141

Special Edition - Yellowstone Explosion

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. Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jul 25, 20249 minEp. 140

Stonefish

The most venomous fish in the world. Enough said! Visit www.moosejawmatt.com and https://www.patreon.com/natureandscience4kids. Find Moosejaw Matt on Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube. Music and picture from pixabay.com. Sound effects from freesound.org. Thanks to RomanSenykMusic and REDproductions for our theme songs.

Jul 22, 202413 minEp. 139
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