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Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids

Sleep Tight Media

Kids & Family, Education For Kids

4.4 • 613 Ratings

🗓️ 9 October 2024

⏱️ 24 minutes

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In this episode, we will learn that turtles are fascinating reptiles found in various regions and habitats worldwide. We will also learn about how their diets vary by species and explore how turtles communicate. From sea turtles migrating across oceans to tortoises roaming the land, turtles are highly adaptable and vital to their ecosystems. Sleep Tight!, Sheryl & Clark❤️👂📖 --- 👉 Join Premium for AD FREE listening and extra bedtime stories! 👉 Sleep Tight Premium is now available in Apple Podcasts! 🎉 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts, or share our podcast with your friends. 📢 Have an interesting science topic you would like to investigate? Send us an email at [email protected] , and we may feature it in an upcoming show. --- About Sleep Tight Science We’ve got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland. Have an interesting science question or a topic you’re curious about? Email us at [email protected], and it might just be the focus of an upcoming episode! Dedicated to enhancing the health and happiness of children, Sleep Tight Media helps families replace bedtime struggles with bedtime snuggles.

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0:00.0	You're listening to Sleep Tight Dines.
0:14.7	Did you know that turtles have been around for more than 200 million years?
0:22.0	What?
0:23.1	That means they lived alongside the dinosaurs.
0:34.3	Hello, friends, and welcome back to Sleeptight Science, a bedtime show that answers your questions about science.
0:44.3	Are you familiar with the characters Crush and Squirt or Master Uguay?
0:52.3	How about Franklin or Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael?
0:59.4	Do you know what animal these characters are based on?
1:04.8	If you thought turtle, then you are correct.
1:09.9	Turtles are fascinating animals that have been around for millions of years,
1:16.4	surviving and thriving in many different environments.
1:21.6	From the ocean's depths to freshwater lakes, rivers, and even dry land.
1:29.4	Turtles can be found in almost every corner of the world.
1:34.3	They belong to a group of reptiles known as Chelonia,
1:39.1	and one of their most defining features is their tough, protective shell.
1:46.8	This shell acts like a built-in shield, protecting them from predators and harsh conditions.
1:54.5	But unlike what many people think, a turtle's shell is part of its body.
2:03.9	It's made of bones and grows with them throughout their lives. One of the coolest things about turtles is their incredible variety.
2:13.3	There are more than 300 species of turtles,
2:20.1	and they come in all shapes and sizes.
2:25.3	Some turtles, like the Leatherback Sea Turtle,
2:31.6	can weigh over 1,000 pounds and grow to be over 6 feet long.
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