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Discovering Darkness
Sid the Science Kid is an animated television series that uses comedy to promote exploration, discovery and science among preschoolers. The characters pose questions and investigate objects and events that can be directly observed and explored. <br/> <strong>Ages:</strong> 3-6<br/> <strong>Educational Goal:</strong> Science
Discovering Darkness
Season 2 Episode 11 | 25m 57s | CC
On an early morning, Sid wakes up while it's still dark outside. Sid and his friends investigate and observe what happens when a light source is completely blocked--creating darkness. It turns out everything stays the same in the dark, because darkness is just the absence of light…which means there's nothing to be afraid of in the dark!
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