But why? A podcast for curious kids is known for serious answers to silly questions sent

in by kids just like you. But did you know that but why is now a book series?

Our first book, Our Lama's Ticklish, answers questions from real kids about farm animals.

This colorfully illustrated book is perfect for kids ages 8 to 10. And our second book,

New Fish Breathe Underwater explores the underwater world of the ocean. Learn more at

at YKIDS.org/.

Tell your parents now that you need this rock because you're going to do something cool with it

and it's worth it.

Hi, I'm Jane Lindholm and this is But Why, a podcast for curious kids from Vermont Public Radio.

Every episode we take a question from you, our listeners, and we help find cool people

to offer an answer for what's on your mind. You can find all the instructions at ButWhyKIDS.org

for how to record a question with an adult's help on a smartphone. We are getting some really

incredible questions so keep them coming.

Okay, let's get to the show and here today's question.

My name is Addison B. I am five years old and I live in Edmunds, Washington. And I want

to know about how we make paint.

There are a lot of different ways that paint is made. If you're painting your house, you're

probably using industrial paint that was made in a very big factory. There are lots of

chemicals involved in making the kinds of paints we use for things like houses or cars

or things that need to be resistant to rain and dirt and kids drawing on the walls. There

are also paints used in art projects. Some of these paints are also made in big factories,

but you can make your own paint with just a few household supplies. A lot of the recipes

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