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Sid The Science Kid
"Sid the Science Kid" uses comedy to celebrate children's natural curiosity about science and explores their "Why?" questions in everyday life. It features the energetic and inquisitive five-year-old Sid, who tackles the ideas that preschoolers find fascinating (Why do bananas go "bad"? How does my juice box straw work? How does a bird fly without a plane?). In each episode, viewers meet Sid's friends and family who help him find the answers to these questions.
Sid's Special Dad Day Episode #132 Sid is excited to play soccer with his Dad outside--but he's not excited to lather up in sunblock, because it takes way too long to put on! At school, Sid and his friends discover that sunblock is a great way to protect your skin from the sun. And they also learn about the amazing ways the sun helps the Earth. Rebroadcast
Thursday , November, 05, 2009 MPT
Previous Episodes
08:00 AM
Sid The Weatherman Episode #135 Sid wants to be a weatherman so he can decide what the weather will be every day. Sid and friends investigate weather and learn that weathermen don't control the weather, but they do have to know all about rain, sun, wind, and hot and cold temperatures! Rebroadcast
Friday , November, 20, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Getting A Shot: You Can Do It! Episode #141 Sid is super excited because his Grandma is coming to school! Grandma is a nurse, so she'll be giving everyone the new flu vaccination. Sid and his friends are a little hesitant to get the shot, and they have lots of questions about the vaccination and what it does inside their bodies. Grandma and Susie team up to explain the science of how a vaccination works, and then Grandma kicks in with a special song that makes getting a vaccination super easy! Rebroadcast
Thursday , November, 19, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Wind Did It Episode #134 Sid can't figure out who messed up the pile of leaves he raked up in the backyard. At school, Sid and his friends discover that wind is strong enough to make sand dunes, waves, move sail boats, and even blow away a pile of leaves! Rebroadcast
Wednesday , November, 18, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Special Dad Day Episode #132 Sid is excited to play soccer with his Dad outside--but he's not excited to lather up in sunblock, because it takes way too long to put on! At school, Sid and his friends discover that sunblock is a great way to protect your skin from the sun. And they also learn about the amazing ways the sun helps the Earth. Rebroadcast
Tuesday , November, 17, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Rainy Play Date Episode #131 Sid is supposed to have a playdate outside, but the forecast calls for rain! Sid isn't too happy and wonders if the rain knew he wanted to play outside? At school, Sid and his friends discover that rain actually comes from rain clouds! They also learn that rain is really important because it helps living things grow. Rebroadcast
Monday , November, 16, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Home Tweet Home Episode #127 Sid wonders why there aren't any birds living in the birdhouse he built with his Dad? Sid and his friends discover that lots of animals build and live in their own homes, like beehives, anthills, and bird nests! Rebroadcast
Sunday , November, 15, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Hello, Doggie! Episode #126 When Sid hears dogs barking in his neighborhood, he wonders if they're talking to him. At school, Sid discovers that animals do communicate in lots of different ways, like using body language, making sounds, and barking! Rebroadcast
Saturday , November, 14, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Bug Club Episode #130 It's a special day at school, it's Bug Club Day! Sid and his friends use their magnifying glasses and discover ants, rolie polies, and caterpillars around the playground.
Friday , November, 13, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Don't Forget The Leaves Episode #129 Everybody thinks flowers are special, but Sid wants to know: what makes leaves special? Sid and his friends investigate and discover that leaves are food for animals, they provide shade, and they help make nutrients so flowers and trees can grow!
Thursday , November, 12, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Getting A Shot: You Can Do It! Episode #141 Sid is super excited because his Grandma is coming to school! Grandma is a nurse, so she'll be giving everyone the new flu vaccination. Sid and his friends are a little hesitant to get the shot, and they have lots of questions about the vaccination and what it does inside their bodies. Grandma and Susie team up to explain the science of how a vaccination works, and then Grandma kicks in with a special song that makes getting a vaccination super easy!
Wednesday , November, 11, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Home Tweet Home Episode #127 Sid wonders why there aren't any birds living in the birdhouse he built with his Dad? Sid and his friends discover that lots of animals build and live in their own homes, like beehives, anthills, and bird nests! Rebroadcast
Tuesday , November, 10, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Hello, Doggie! Episode #126 When Sid hears dogs barking in his neighborhood, he wonders if they're talking to him. At school, Sid discovers that animals do communicate in lots of different ways, like using body language, making sounds, and barking!
Monday , November, 09, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Wind Did It Episode #134 Sid can't figure out who messed up the pile of leaves he raked up in the backyard. At school, Sid and his friends discover that wind is strong enough to make sand dunes, waves, move sail boats, and even blow away a pile of leaves! Rebroadcast
Sunday , November, 08, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Holiday Adventure Episode #133 Sid loves celebrating the winter holidays where he lives, because it's always sunny and warm. But this year, Sid and his family are visiting relatives where it's chilly and cold. Sid wonders why it can't be warm everywhere? At school, Sid discovers that temperatures are different all over the world! Rebroadcast
Saturday , November, 07, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Mushy Banana Episode #106 Sid wants to know why his beloved yellow banana has turned brown and mushy. After exploring how fruits and vegetables slowly change, Sid learns that it's natural for his banana to ripen and turn brown and mushy. Over time, fruits and vegetables decay! Rebroadcast
Friday , November, 06, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Special Dad Day Episode #132 Sid is excited to play soccer with his Dad outside--but he's not excited to lather up in sunblock, because it takes way too long to put on! At school, Sid and his friends discover that sunblock is a great way to protect your skin from the sun. And they also learn about the amazing ways the sun helps the Earth. Rebroadcast
Thursday , November, 05, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Rainy Play Date Episode #131 Sid is supposed to have a playdate outside, but the forecast calls for rain! Sid isn't too happy and wonders if the rain knew he wanted to play outside? At school, Sid and his friends discover that rain actually comes from rain clouds! They also learn that rain is really important because it helps living things grow. Rebroadcast
Wednesday , November, 04, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Wind Did It Episode #134 Sid can't figure out who messed up the pile of leaves he raked up in the backyard. At school, Sid and his friends discover that wind is strong enough to make sand dunes, waves, move sail boats, and even blow away a pile of leaves! Rebroadcast
Tuesday , November, 03, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Holiday Adventure Episode #133 Sid loves celebrating the winter holidays where he lives, because it's always sunny and warm. But this year, Sid and his family are visiting relatives where it's chilly and cold. Sid wonders why it can't be warm everywhere? At school, Sid discovers that temperatures are different all over the world! Rebroadcast
Monday , November, 02, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Wind Did It Episode #134 Sid can't figure out who messed up the pile of leaves he raked up in the backyard. At school, Sid and his friends discover that wind is strong enough to make sand dunes, waves, move sail boats, and even blow away a pile of leaves! Rebroadcast
Sunday , November, 01, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Holiday Adventure Episode #133 Sid loves celebrating the winter holidays where he lives, because it's always sunny and warm. But this year, Sid and his family are visiting relatives where it's chilly and cold. Sid wonders why it can't be warm everywhere? At school, Sid discovers that temperatures are different all over the world! Rebroadcast
Saturday , October, 31, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
A Brush with Teeth Episode #116 Sid wonders if you really do have to brush your teeth every single day? At school, Sid discovers that our mouths are filled with different kinds of teeth that do lots of different jobs like chewing our food! So it's really important to keep our teeth healthy by brushing them every day! Rebroadcast
Friday , October, 30, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
I Want Cake Episode #117 Sid declares that he shall only eat Birthday cake for every meal! Sid and his friends discover that only eating cake would make their bodies feel terrible. Then they explore and learn that the best way to stay healthy is by eating nutritious food.
Thursday , October, 29, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Must See TV Episode #119 Sid decides to sit and watch television all weekend long. There's just one problem with his plan: sitting around and not moving would make his body feel terrible. At school Sid and his friends learn that exercising is a really fun way to stay healthy! And it makes your body feel great!
Wednesday , October, 28, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Big Sneeze Episode #118 Sid's parents tell him to wash his hands to keep away germs. But Sid can't see any germs on his hands, so why should he wash them? Sid and his friends learn that germs are so small that you can't see them. And they discover that a great way to stay healthy and keep germs away is by washing their hands with soap and water! Rebroadcast
Tuesday , October, 27, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Health Day Episode #120 Sid wonders what is the best way to always stay healthy? At school, Sid and his friends discover that there's lots of ways to stay healthy: washing hands to avoid germs, eating nutritious foods, brushing teeth, and exercising! Rebroadcast
Monday , October, 26, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Big Sneeze Episode #118 Sid's parents tell him to wash his hands to keep away germs. But Sid can't see any germs on his hands, so why should he wash them? Sid and his friends learn that germs are so small that you can't see them. And they discover that a great way to stay healthy and keep germs away is by washing their hands with soap and water!
Sunday , October, 25, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Health Day Episode #120 Sid wonders what is the best way to always stay healthy? At school, Sid and his friends discover that there's lots of ways to stay healthy: washing hands to avoid germs, eating nutritious foods, brushing teeth, and exercising!
Saturday , October, 24, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Rainy Play Date Episode #131 Sid is supposed to have a playdate outside, but the forecast calls for rain! Sid isn't too happy and wonders if the rain knew he wanted to play outside? At school, Sid and his friends discover that rain actually comes from rain clouds! They also learn that rain is really important because it helps living things grow. Rebroadcast
Friday , October, 23, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Home Tweet Home Episode #127 Sid wonders why there aren't any birds living in the birdhouse he built with his Dad? Sid and his friends discover that lots of animals build and live in their own homes, like beehives, anthills, and bird nests!
Thursday , October, 22, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
A Brush with Teeth Episode #116 Sid wonders if you really do have to brush your teeth every single day? At school, Sid discovers that our mouths are filled with different kinds of teeth that do lots of different jobs like chewing our food! So it's really important to keep our teeth healthy by brushing them every day!
Wednesday , October, 21, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Ice Pops Episode #108 Sid wakes up and discovers that his ice pops melted! This sticky situation leads him to ask," Why do things have to melt?" After investigating at school, Sid learns that if liquids don't stay in a really cold place, they slowly melt over time. He also discovers that liquids can freeze into solid ice and then melt right back into liquid. Rebroadcast
Tuesday , October, 20, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Rolie Polie Episode #102 Sid loves his little rolie polie bugs, but they're so little he can't figure out how they move. At school, he discovers an amazing science tool: the magnifying glass! Sid and his friends explore their world using the magnifying glass to make things look bigger, like freckles on their skin, little pebbles and rolie polie legs! Rebroadcast
Monday , October, 19, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid The Weatherman Episode #135 Sid wants to be a weatherman so he can decide what the weather will be every day. Sid and friends investigate weather and learn that weathermen don't control the weather, but they do have to know all about rain, sun, wind, and hot and cold temperatures! Rebroadcast
Friday , October, 16, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Wind Did It Episode #134 Sid can't figure out who messed up the pile of leaves he raked up in the backyard. At school, Sid and his friends discover that wind is strong enough to make sand dunes, waves, move sail boats, and even blow away a pile of leaves! Rebroadcast
Thursday , October, 15, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Rainy Play Date Episode #131 Sid is supposed to have a playdate outside, but the forecast calls for rain! Sid isn't too happy and wonders if the rain knew he wanted to play outside? At school, Sid and his friends discover that rain actually comes from rain clouds! They also learn that rain is really important because it helps living things grow. Rebroadcast
Wednesday , October, 14, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Holiday Adventure Episode #133 Sid loves celebrating the winter holidays where he lives, because it's always sunny and warm. But this year, Sid and his family are visiting relatives where it's chilly and cold. Sid wonders why it can't be warm everywhere? At school, Sid discovers that temperatures are different all over the world! Rebroadcast
Tuesday , October, 13, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Special Dad Day Episode #132 Sid is excited to play soccer with his Dad outside--but he's not excited to lather up in sunblock, because it takes way too long to put on! At school, Sid and his friends discover that sunblock is a great way to protect your skin from the sun. And they also learn about the amazing ways the sun helps the Earth. Rebroadcast
Monday , October, 12, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Holiday Adventure Episode #133 Sid loves celebrating the winter holidays where he lives, because it's always sunny and warm. But this year, Sid and his family are visiting relatives where it's chilly and cold. Sid wonders why it can't be warm everywhere? At school, Sid discovers that temperatures are different all over the world! Rebroadcast
Sunday , October, 11, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Sid's Special Dad Day Episode #132 Sid is excited to play soccer with his Dad outside--but he's not excited to lather up in sunblock, because it takes way too long to put on! At school, Sid and his friends discover that sunblock is a great way to protect your skin from the sun. And they also learn about the amazing ways the sun helps the Earth. Rebroadcast
Saturday , October, 10, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
No More Changes Episode #110 Sid isn't too thrilled that his favorite shirt shrunk, his shoes don't fit anymore and his Mom changed his favorite toothpaste. He really wants to ask, "Why do things have to change?" Sid discovers that change is a natural part of the world as he and his friends review lessons learned from change and transformation such as decay, growth, and change caused by heat.
Friday , October, 09, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
The Perfect Pancake Episode #109 Sid wants to know how his Grandma always makes perfect pancakes. They're never too squishy or burnt. At school, Sid makes an important discovery -- heat changes things! This lesson reveals the secret of Grandma's pancakes: she heats them on the stove for the perfect amount of time ... not too much, and not too little.
Thursday , October, 08, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Ice Pops Episode #108 Sid wakes up and discovers that his ice pops melted! This sticky situation leads him to ask," Why do things have to melt?" After investigating at school, Sid learns that if liquids don't stay in a really cold place, they slowly melt over time. He also discovers that liquids can freeze into solid ice and then melt right back into liquid.
Wednesday , October, 07, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Shrinking Shoes Episode #107 When Sid's shoes don't fit, he declares that his shoes must be shrinking. Sid and his friends discover that it's hard to see things growing, because growing happens slowly over time. It turns out Sid's shoes weren't shrinking -- he was growing! Rebroadcast
Tuesday , October, 06, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Mushy Banana Episode #106 Sid wants to know why his beloved yellow banana has turned brown and mushy. After exploring how fruits and vegetables slowly change, Sid learns that it's natural for his banana to ripen and turn brown and mushy. Over time, fruits and vegetables decay! Rebroadcast
Monday , October, 05, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Shrinking Shoes Episode #107 When Sid's shoes don't fit, he declares that his shoes must be shrinking. Sid and his friends discover that it's hard to see things growing, because growing happens slowly over time. It turns out Sid's shoes weren't shrinking -- he was growing!
Sunday , October, 04, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
My Mushy Banana Episode #106 Sid wants to know why his beloved yellow banana has turned brown and mushy. After exploring how fruits and vegetables slowly change, Sid learns that it's natural for his banana to ripen and turn brown and mushy. Over time, fruits and vegetables decay!
Saturday , October, 03, 2009 MPT
11:30 AM
No More Changes Episode #110 Sid isn't too thrilled that his favorite shirt shrunk, his shoes don't fit anymore and his Mom changed his favorite toothpaste. He really wants to ask, "Why do things have to change?" Sid discovers that change is a natural part of the world as he and his friends review lessons learned from change and transformation such as decay, growth, and change caused by heat.
Friday , October, 02, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
Now That's Using Your Brain Episode #140 When Sid figures out a new way to get ready for school super fast, Mom says to him, "Now that's using your brain!" Sid wants to know that means, and discovers that the brain controls all kinds of things like walking, thinking, breathing, and getting ready for school!
Friday , October, 02, 2009 MPT
11:30 AM
The Perfect Pancake Episode #109 Sid wants to know how his Grandma always makes perfect pancakes. They're never too squishy or burnt. At school, Sid makes an important discovery -- heat changes things! This lesson reveals the secret of Grandma's pancakes: she heats them on the stove for the perfect amount of time ... not too much, and not too little.
Thursday , October, 01, 2009 MPT
08:00 AM
How Did My Dog Do That? Episode #139 When Sid's dog uses his foot to scratch his ear, Sid tries the same maneuver, but can't do it. Sid explores skeletons, and discovers that animals have different bones and joints than people, which allows them to do lots of cool stuff like swing from trees, fly in the air, or even scratch their ears with their feet! Rebroadcast
