This holiday episode unwraps the surprising history behind oranges in Christmas stockings. Join Mrs. Cindy as she blends seasonal science with a little old–fashioned Christmas cheer!

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Which animals are still stirring at night during the autumn season? The entire family can listen to this episode to find out!

In the companion video class for members, 1st-8th graders will learn about rascally raccoons! As they create a beautiful nature journal page, Mrs. Cindy will teach them all about raccoon adaptations that make them so resourceful in the dead of night.

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Can snow really make the world quieter? Discover the science behind nature's winter hush in this frosty episode!

Explore the science of frost and discover how icy crystals form, sparkle, and inspire creative nature journaling in the companion No Sweat Nature Study video class.

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How do animals move without legs? In this short and slithery episode, Mrs. Cindy uncovers the science behind how snakes use muscles, scales, and clever movement to glide across the ground.

If today's topic gives you the shivers (in a good way), you'll love the upcoming Venomous Snakes: Danger, Design, and Discovery No Sweat Nature Study avideo class! Join Mrs. Cindy to learn how venomous snakes use their incredible adaptations to hunt, defend, and even help humans through science.

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Have you ever seen a pumpkin so big it needed a forklift? In this episode, we'll discover why some fruits grow to amazing sizes while others stay small on purpose.

Join me for the Perfectly Pleasant Pumpkin Class, where we'll follow a pumpkin's journey from flower to fruit and peek inside to explore seeds, rinds, and blossoms. Along the way, you'll discover why pumpkins became a favorite symbol of autumn and create a detailed pumpkin nature journal page of your own!

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Some animals have a superpower called regeneration—the ability to grow back lost body parts! Meet incredible creatures like starfish, lizards, and axolotls while learning how special cells make this amazing process possible.

Don't miss the upcoming axolotl video class, where kids will explore this unusual salamander's amazing features and create a colorful nature journal diagram. It's the perfect class for curious learners who love weird and wonderful animals!

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Meet a photographer who used his camera to help people see nature in a whole new way. Learn how black-and-white pictures captured the beauty of wild places and inspired others to notice what they'd never seen before.

In the companion video class for members, explore the iconic landscapes of Yosemite and create a black-and-white painting inspired by Ansel Adams' style.

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Why do hummingbirds sparkle like flying jewels? In this episode of the No Sweat Nature Study Podcast, Mrs. Cindy explains how their brilliant feathers work and teaches some impressive new science words!

In the companion video class about Hummingbirds included in the No Sweat Nature Study membership, discover dazzling hummingbirds and the science behind their wingbeats, colors, and migration journeys. Design your own hummingbird in your nature journal during the class!

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