Broadcast Outage: We're investigating a broadcast transmission failure affecting the San Luis Valley from Antonito in the south to Salida in the north. We're working to resolve this issue. You can stream our live broadcast HERE or via the RMPBS+ App.

Stream live and on-demand content now on our new app:
RMPBS+

Help tell more stories in 2026 - make a year-end gift!

Give Now
Elinor Wonders Why show's poster
TV-Y
Elinor Wonders Why

The Paper Trail/Bath Time

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.

RMPBS Passport

Please log in to your PBS Passport account to watch this video

Become a Member

The Paper Trail/Bath Time

Season 1 Episode 15 | 25m 10s | CC

The kids are making a storybook when they run out of paper, so they decide to get more from the store. Unfortunately, the store is out of paper too, so the kids wonder: where can they get more?/After Ari’s parents let him skip bath time, he’s determined to never have a bath again. This makes Elinor, Ari and Olive ask the question, why do we have to take baths anyway?

Elinor Wonders Why

Watch more episodes

See more
See more

Subscribe to Our Newsletters

Get trusted Colorado stories, programs, and events from Rocky Mountain PBS straight to your inbox.

Set Your Preferences >