A Moth Mystery/Just Peachy
elinor wonders why

The kids are out summer caroling with Senor Tapir, singing their brand new Sunny Summer Song to Animal Town residents. But, by the time they arrive at Mr. Dog's house, it's nighttime and they can't seem to get a word out because they are distracted by flutter-ing moths. After they learn the moths are attracted to Mr. Dog's porch light, they figure out an easy solution - just turn off the light! The kids learn that there are simple things we can do to lessen our impact on nature, and complete their Sunny Summer Song in the dark. The kids decide to give away the peaches they've picked from Elinor's peach tree to all their friends in Animal Town. Everyone loves their peaches, but soon their basket is emp-ty. They head to Farmer Bear's farm to get more, but when they get there, they discover that there is only one peach left on the tree! Is Animal Town out of peaches? After some observations, they learn that certain fruits only grow in certain seasons. The peaches might be gone, but they'll be back next summer, and now that it's almost fall, they can pick another fresh and juicy fruit for their friends -- apples!

Episode Duration: 28 minutes and 55 seconds

Episode Number: 134

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 29 12:00 P.M. These Sneezes/Ari's Lucky Shirt     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Nov 30 6:30 A.M. The Science of Staying Warm/The Seed of An Idea     NH Kids (11.5)
Thu, Nov 30 12:00 P.M. Feed The Birds     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Dec 1 6:30 A.M. The Tomato Drop/Look What I Can Do     NH Kids (11.5)
Fri, Dec 1 12:00 P.M. Follow That Roly Poly/Rain, Rain Don't Go Away     NHPBS (11.1)
Sat, Dec 2 6:30 A.M. The House That Ants Built/Special Places     NH Kids (11.5)
Sun, Dec 3 6:30 A.M. The Science of Staying Warm/The Seed of An Idea     NH Kids (11.5)
Mon, Dec 4 6:30 A.M. The Science of Staying Warm/The Seed of An Idea     NH Kids (11.5)
Mon, Dec 4 12:00 P.M. Wind in the Web/The Pokey Plan     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Dec 5 6:30 A.M. Follow Your Nose/Leaf Charms     NH Kids (11.5)
Tue, Dec 5 12:00 P.M. Water You Doing?/Thinking About Blinking     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Dec 6 6:30 A.M. Big Trees/Baby Steps     NH Kids (11.5)
Wed, Dec 6 12:00 P.M. The Town Picnic/The Amazing Expandable Clubhouse     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Dec 7 6:30 A.M. Bird Song/No Need to Shout     NH Kids (11.5)
Thu, Dec 7 12:00 P.M. Butterfly Babies/Elinor's Circus     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, Dec 8 6:30 A.M. The Lizard Lounge/Feathers     NH Kids (11.5)


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