STEM with Dr. Owl

Where Does Rubber Come From? – Materials Science & Chemistry for Kids

In this episode, kids will learn the science behind natural rubber, polymers, and the chemical process of vulcanization that makes tires strong and bouncy balls jump. Joi

Why Do Helium Balloons Shrink? – Physics & Chemistry for Kids

Discover the physics and chemistry behind gas density and buoyancy to understand why party balloons slowly shrink and fall to the floor. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as

[Ziggy's Mailbag] What's Hiding in Your Blood? & More Spooky Body Science!

Discover the fascinating science of human anatomy as we explore the functions of blood cells, tooth enamel, bone healing, and the nervous system. Ziggy the Robot transfor

What Exactly is Absolute Zero? – Physics & Temperature Science for Kids

Discover the science of temperature, thermal energy, and the lowest possible limit of cold known as absolute zero. Ride along in a wacky Temperature Elevator as we travel

How Can An Excavator Be So Strong? – Hydraulics & Engineering for Kids

Explore the mechanical engineering and physics of hydraulics that give giant excavators their incredible lifting power. Answering fantastic questions from our curious exp

[Ziggy's Mailbag] All About the Moon! – Astronomy & Lunar Science for Kids

Learn how the Moon formed, why it changes shape, and what astronauts left behind in this special listener Q&A edition. Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy dive into Ziggy's Mailbag

How Do Birds Fly, and Why Can’t We? - Animal Science & Flight for Kids

How do birds fly, how do bugs stay up, and why can’t people flap their arms and take off? Emma follows a bird from takeoff to landing while Ziggy tests his cardboard wing

How Do Tornadoes Form? – Weather Science & Meteorology for Kids

Discover the science of extreme weather as we explain updrafts, wind shear, and how mesocyclones create tornadoes. Join Dr. Owl, Curious Emma, and a very dizzy Ziggy the

[Ziggy's Mailbag] Why Do Trees Grow Curvy and More! - Plant Science & Biology for Kids

Discover the incredible science of plant biology, including how flowers use turgor pressure to bloom, why leaves change color in autumn, and how evergreen trees survive t

Why Do We Dream? – REM Sleep & Brain Science for Kids

Discover the science behind REM sleep and why our brains create wild stories while we snooze. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they explore the three main ingredients of

Why Do We Get Car Sick? – Biology & The Human Body for Kids

Discover the biology behind motion sickness and learn how the inner ear and eyes send mixed signals to the brain. Emma feels a little woozy on a winding road trip, prompt

[Ziggy's Mailbag] Why Is Glass Fragile and More! - Atoms & Chemistry for Kids

Kids discover how microscopic atoms connect to create the amazing real-world materials all around us, from the water we drink to the iron hiding inside rocks. Emma and Dr

How Are Houses Built? – Architecture & Engineering for Kids

Learn the step-by-step science of architecture and engineering that goes into building a strong, safe house from the ground up. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they disc

How Does Water Reach Our House? – Engineering & Earth Science for Kids

Discover the fascinating journey of drinking water from natural lakes and treatment plants through giant underground mains and home plumbing directly to your faucet. Join

[Replay Bonus] Dive, Dive, Dive! - Emma’s Submarine Song

🎵 Dive, dive, dive! Emma’s submarine song is back—now in an extended version! Some of our little explorers loved the song from our submarine adventure and wanted to hear

[Replay Bonus] Dive, Dive, Dive! 🎵 Emma’s Submarine Song

🎵 Dive, dive, dive! Emma’s submarine song is back—now in an extended version! Some of our little explorers loved the song from our submarine adventure and wanted to hear

[Replay] How Does a Submarine Dive? – Buoyancy & Physics for Kids Audio episode 11m 32s

Discover the physics of buoyancy, water displacement, and how heavy metal objects can float in this exciting underwater adventure. Join Emma, Dr. Owl, and Ziggy the Robot

How Do Animals Hide? – Animal Camouflage & Biology for Kids

Discover the science of animal camouflage and biology as we explore how creatures disguise themselves in the wild. Join Emma, Dr. Owl, and Ziggy to find out if stick inse

Where Do Words Come From? – Linguistics & History for Kids

Kids learn the origins of human language, the fundamental science of grammar, and how words get their meaning in this engaging exploration of linguistics. Join Dr. Owl, E

[Ziggy's Mailbag] How Do Everyday Things Work? - Engineering & Physics for Kids

Kids discover how compasses, timers, sunscreen, thermoses, and microwaves use invisible forces and hidden processes to do their jobs. Emma and Dr. Owl follow five clues f