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Elinor Wonders Why

The Little Drummer/Rest is Best

Elinor models the foundational practices of science inquiry and engineering design -- including her amazing powers of observation and willingness to ask questions and investigate. When she encounters something she doesn’t understand, like why birds have feathers or how tiny ants build massive anthills, she just can’t let it go until she figures it out.

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The Little Drummer/Rest is Best

Season 1 Episode 36 | 24m 55s | CC

Ari is showing off his new drum moves to Elinor and Olive when Ari’s mother asks him to be quieter so Ari's sister can take a nap. After Ari stops drumming, the drumming sounds continue! Where could they be coming from?/Olive stays up most of the night reading a fun book, then decides she's going to stay up late every night until she finishes. That makes the kids wonder, why do they need to sleep?

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