Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids

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We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode!

  1. 21H AGO

    Listener questions: Pluto, Axolotls, and Teeth 🪐🦎🦷

    In this episode, we are going to answer more of your questions and a few fun facts. We will journey to the icy world of Pluto, meet the adorable underwater axolotl (ACK-suh-lot-ul), learn about the atmosphere, and discover what your teeth are really made of! And there is a really hard section too full of all kinds of chemical formulas! We hope you learn something as you drift off to sleep. Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️👂📖 --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made in Canada 🇨🇦 Advertising provided by Starglow Media. Learn more about Starglow Media here

    23 min

  2. MAR 19

    Do you know about the water cycle? 💧

    In this episode, we will learn about the water cycle—evaporation, condensation, precipitation, and collection. We will discover how water moves, changes form, and returns to us again and again. The rain that will fall today might once have been part of a glacier, floated in a cloud above a mountain, or even quenched the thirst of a dinosaur millions of years ago! Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️👂📖 --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made in Canada 🇨🇦 Advertising provided by Starglow Media. Learn more about Starglow Media here

    23 min

  3. MAR 12

    Fun facts about Mummies, Inventions, Senses, and Food 🏺💡👀🍕

    In this fun facts episode, we will learn the secrets of the senses, ranging from flies tasting with their feet to owls hearing a mouse step on a twig from 23 meters away. Then, we will explore the world of inventions, learning how creativity, curiosity, and even accidents can lead to amazing discoveries like Band-Aids. We will also travel back in time to learn about mummies—how they were made, where they can be found, and even the strange and surprising ways nature preserves them. Finally, we will finish with some tasty food facts. Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark ❤️👂📖 --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made in Canada 🇨🇦 Advertising provided by Starglow Media. Learn more about Starglow Media here

    28 min

  4. MAR 5

    Why We Yawn, Time Travel, and Other Big Questions? 🤔⏳🥱

    In this episode, we’ll discover why yawning isn’t just about being tired—it helps cool your brain and can even be contagious! We’ll explore the nature of time and why building a time machine isn’t as simple as it sounds. We’ll also uncover why eating salty foods makes us thirsty and how different countries developed their languages over time. Finally, we’ll look at why children need parents and how this is similar to animals in the wild, where young creatures learn essential survival skills from their families. Sleep Tight!,  Sheryl & Clark --- Resources Why Do We Yawn? Does salt increase thirst? How does language evolution occur over time and what factors influence it? --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made in Canada 🇨🇦

    25 min

  5. FEB 26

    Do you know about the beaver? 🦫

    In this episode, you'll learn all about beavers! Discover how these skilled rodents shape their environment by building dams, lodges, and canals. Explore their unique adaptations—like waterproof fur, webbed feet, and ever-growing teeth—that help them thrive in water. You'll follow their life cycle from playful kits to hardworking adults, find out what's on their menu, and see how their underwater food storage helps them survive winter. Plus, learn how their engineering creates wetlands that support entire ecosystems! Sleep Tight!,  Sheryl & Clark --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made by Sheryl & Clark on Prince Edward Island 🇨🇦

    25 min

  6. FEB 19

    Do you know about the Canada Goose? 🍁

    In this episode, we are going to learn about one of our favourite birds—the Canada goose! We’ll learn how these birds communicate, why they fly in a V-formation, and what makes them such devoted parents. Plus, we’ll discover why some geese travel thousands of kilometres while others stay put and how their growing presence can sometimes lead to conflicts with humans. Whether soaring through the skies or waddling through city parks, we think Canada geese are very cool! Sleep Tight!,  Sheryl & Clark --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made by Sheryl & Clark on Prince Edward Island 🇨🇦

    27 min

  7. FEB 12

    Do you know about carnivores? 🐺🐆

    In this episode, we’ll explore the world of carnivores—meat-eaters big and small, from lions and sharks to ladybugs and even plants! We’ll learn how they fit into the food chain, the different types of carnivores, and the special skills that make them expert hunters. From sharp teeth and powerful claws to sticky webs and sneaky traps, carnivores have incredible adaptations for survival. Plus, we’ll discover why they’re so important for keeping nature in balance. Sleep Tight!,  Sheryl & Clark --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made by Sheryl & Clark in Prince Edward Island 🇨🇦

    25 min

  8. FEB 5

    Do you know about climate change? 🌎💚

    In this episode, we explore a big and important topic climate change! We break down the difference between weather and climate, uncover how human activities are driving rapid warming, and explain the greenhouse effect. We also discuss how climate change is affecting our planet and, most importantly, what we can do to help. From using less energy to planting trees, even small actions can make a big difference. 🌱💡 Sleep Tight!,  Sheryl & Clark --- Resources Weather vs. Climate https://climatekids.nasa.gov/climate-change-meaning/ The Teacher-Friendly Guideᵀᴹ to Climate Change https://climate.earthathome.org When Canada Had Palm Tree Fringed Tropical Beaches https://www.brandonu.ca/research-connection/article/when-canada-had-palm-tree-fringed-tropical-beaches/ --- Support Us 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at hello@sleeptightscience.com , and we may feature it in an upcoming show.  --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.  -- Made by Sheryl & Clark in Prince Edward Island 🇨🇦

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We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at hello@sleeptightscience.com, and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode!

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