The Lizard Lounge/Feathers
elinor wonders why

Thu, Nov 20 12:00 P.M. NHPBS (11.1)  

The Lizard Lounge - Mrs. Beaver wants to build a new park bench in a perfect spot, but there's a giant rock in the way. No problem, they'll just move it, but then they run into another problem: lizards, who keep reappearing on the rock. With a little observation, Elinor and her friends realize that lizards like the rock because it's in the sun, and the lizards need a warm place to rest because they're cold blooded. So, the kids make a new cozy spot in the sun for their lizard friends. Eventually, the lizards move and Mrs. Beaver is able to build the bench.Feathers - When Ari finds a particularly cool feather and puts it in his cap, Elinor starts to wonder why birds have feathers in the first place. It's time for more observations! The group splits up and each of the kids observe interesting birds and conclude that birds need feathers for different reasons: to fly, to stay warm, and for decorations, sort of like their very own version of clothes! Ms. Mole confirms they are ALL right. In the end, Ari realizes there's another cool thing you can do with a feather - it makes a perfect sandcastle flag!

Duration: 28 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 106

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Thu, Nov 20 12:00 P.M. The Lizard Lounge/Feathers     NHPBS (11.1)

About Elinor Wonders Why:

Elinor Wonders Why encourages children to follow their curiosity, ask questions when they don't understand and find answers using science inquiry skills.

The main character Elinor, the most observant and curious bunny rabbit in Animal Town, will introduce children ages 3-5 to science, nature and community through adventures with her friends.


Future Broadcast times for "Elinor Wonders Why": (show all)

Wed, Nov 19 12:00 P.M. The Little Drummer/Rest Is Best     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Nov 19 1:00 P.M. Mz. Mole's Glasses/Elinor Stops The Squish     NH Kids (11.5)
Thu, Nov 20 12:00 P.M. The Lizard Lounge/Feathers     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Nov 20 1:00 P.M. The Science of Staying Warm/The Seed of An Idea     NH Kids (11.5)
Fri, Nov 21 12:00 P.M. Bird Song/No Need to Shout     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Nov 21 1:00 P.M. Hiding In Plain Sight/Owl Girl     NH Kids (11.5)
Sat, Nov 22 1:00 P.M. Wind in the Web/The Pokey Plan     NH Kids (11.5)
Sun, Nov 23 1:00 P.M. The Science of Staying Warm/The Seed of An Idea     NH Kids (11.5)
Mon, Nov 24 12:00 P.M. Feed The Birds     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, Nov 24 1:00 P.M. The Town Picnic/The Amazing Expandable Clubhouse     NH Kids (11.5)
Tue, Nov 25 12:00 P.M. Wind in the Web/The Pokey Plan     NHPBS (11.1)
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Wed, Nov 26 12:00 P.M. Teacher's Day/The Nose Knows     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Nov 26 1:00 P.M. Backyard Soup/Colorful and Tasty     NH Kids (11.5)
Thu, Nov 27 12:00 P.M. Mz. Mole's Glasses/Elinor Stops The Squish     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Nov 27 1:00 P.M. Leave It to Ari/Snow Friend     NH Kids (11.5)


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