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The Science Behind

Primary - Middle

Let’s think like a scientist and find the answers to the questions that make us wonder!

The Science Behind podcast series explores the ways in which science is connected to humans and the world around us in an interactive format that follows the scientific method. (The scientific method is the process of testing and experimenting to answer questions a scientist might have. This includes making an observation, forming a hypothesis, making a prediction, and conducting an experiment to establish the results). Designed for children, each episode is approximately 4.5 minutes in length.


The Science Behind Chocolate

This episode explores the chemical reaction our body has to chocolate, why so many people love it, and the surprising benefits of eating chocolate.


The Science Behind Shark Skin

This episode explores the unique scale design and smooth material that makes up shark skin and two ways scientists are using this design to further modern technology.


The Science Behind ACHOO

This episode explores why we sneeze the way we do. Sneezing is common but serves a real purpose. In this episode, we will see how sneezing protects the body and why some people sneeze louder than others.