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  • STEM with Dr. Owl

    Who Decides What Time It Is? – Time Zones & Earth Science for Kids

    11/02/2026 | 9 mins.
    Discover how Earth's rotation, international time zones, and ultra-precise atomic clocks work together to keep the entire planet perfectly synchronized. Join Dr. Owl and Emma as they help Ziggy troubleshoot his worldwide virtual snack party when his friends from London and Tokyo log on at completely different hours!
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    [Ziggy's Mailbag] Why Are Ghosts So Scary? & Other Spooky Halloween Mysteries!

    10/30/2026 | 10 mins.
    Why are ghosts so scary? Do wolves really howl at the full moon? And why does your heart race when something gives you a fright? Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy the Robot as they investigate spooky Halloween mysteries and uncover the surprising science behind fear! Discover how wolves communicate, why our brains sometimes see things that aren't there, and how our bodies react to scary surprises. Plus, learn a simple trick to help calm your nerves! A fun and fascinating Halloween science adventure for curious young explorers!
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    How Are Maps Made? – Cartography & Geography for Kids

    10/28/2026 | 12 mins.
    Discover the science of cartography, bird's-eye views, and scale as we learn exactly how humans map the world. Join Emma, Dr. Owl, and Ziggy the Robot as they decode a messy backyard treasure map, explore how symbols and legends work, and find out how modern satellites help us navigate from space!
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    How Do Animals Make Shells? – Marine Biology & Animal Adaptations for Kids

    10/26/2026 | 10 mins.
    Discover the science of marine biology and animal adaptations as we explore how snails, clams, and oysters build their own shells out of calcium carbonate. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they investigate nature's built-in 3D printers, find out why turtles can never leave their shells, and laugh at Ziggy's silly attempt to use a cardboard box as armor!
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    [Ziggy's Mailbag] Why Is Spooky Nature So Spooky? – Earth Science & Plant Biology for Kids

    10/23/2026 | 12 mins.
    Explore the earth science and plant biology behind mysterious natural phenomena like low-hanging fog, giant pumpkins, and echoing limestone caves. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and a very confused Ziggy as they open the Spooky Science Mailbag to learn about condensation, photosynthesis, and the real reason why dry autumn leaves crunch so loudly!
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About STEM with Dr. Owl
Big questions. Curious kids. Science adventures! Join curious explorer Emma, her wise feathered mentor Dr. Owl 🦉, and their goofy robot sidekick Ziggy 🤖 as they explore the amazing world of STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Each bite-sized episode starts with a question kids actually wonder about: How do birds fly? Why do we dream? What makes volcanoes erupt? Why do some people get carsick? Then Emma, Dr. Owl, and Ziggy turn the answer into a fun, easy-to-follow adventure filled with surprising facts, silly moments, and plenty of “Whoa!” Along the way, we answer questions sent in by young listeners from around the world—including special Ziggy’s Mailbag episodes inspired by their curiosity. Our goal is simple: help kids keep asking why, how, and what if? Because STEM isn’t just something you learn in school. It’s hiding everywhere—from your backyard and your breakfast to your body, the weather, and the stars above. 🌎🔬🚀 For curious kids ages 5–9 — and anyone who loves asking questions.
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