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Daily News for Kids with Big Brain

Big Brain is your kid’s curiosity buddy, turning yesterday’s real-world stories into a fun, safe 4–6 minute daily show. Each weekday you’ll get three kid-friendly stories (science, nature, inventions, sports, space), explained with silly visuals, simple analogies, and one tiny lesson that makes kids feel smart. If you don’t know the news, you are gonna lose! Parents and teachers: every episode includes a calm Parent Corner and two easy questions to spark a great conversation. Watch the full

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Big Brain News Ep. 42: Fashion Time Machines, Coral...

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2026/04/09

In this episode (2026-04-09), we explore creativity, science, and history—without hype.Story 1: The Met’s “Costume Art” exhibition • Big idea: Clothing can be studied like art and design. • Kid-friendly lens: How clothes protect us, help us move, and show who we are. • Try it: Invite kids to sketch a “museum outfit” with a purpose (warmth, rain, celebration). Story 2: NOAA coral reef restoration (“coral gardens”) • Big idea: Reefs are living habitats that can be repaired with careful,

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5:42

Big Brain News Ep. 41: Spiderweb Science, Space...

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2026/04/08

Episode 41 (April 8, 2026)What we covered: • Story 1: A spiderweb-like electrode made from silver nanowires helps keep pathways open so CO2 can reach the reaction area longer. The team reported about 86% efficiency. (Safety note: electricity-and-equipment lab work is for trained scientists.) • Story 2: A Falcon 9 launch created a glowing “space jellyfish” effect when leftover fuel spread into a cloud high in the atmosphere and sunlight lit it up while the ground was dark. • Story 3:

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5:49

Big Brain News Ep. 40: Asteroid Hunters, Star...

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2026/04/06

Episode 40 (2026-04-06)What’s inside (for parents & teachers): • Story 1: Asteroid hunting with big sky photos — how scientists use repeated images and software to spot “moving dots,” plus a gentle note that tracking helps scientists learn. • Story 2: SPARCS, a small NASA spacecraft — first pictures as a systems check, and how special cameras can measure kinds of light that reveal energetic star activity. • Story 3: Rainbow Color Festival on Maui — a community celebration that also

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6:08

Big Brain News Ep. 39: Canned Salmon Time Travel,...

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2026/04/03

Episode 39 (2026-04-03)Today’s stories (kid-friendly science): 1) Canned salmon as a “time capsule” • Researchers examined canned salmon collected across decades (research only) to look for tiny organisms seen under microscopes. • The patterns can help scientists understand connections in ocean food webs—who eats what, and how energy moves through an ecosystem. 2) A new termite species in the rainforest canopy • Scientists described a new termite found high in the forest “roof” (the

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5:07

Big Brain News Ep. 38: Beaver Builders, Fast Fish...

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2026/04/02

In this episode (kid-friendly, ages 5–9), we explore three big ideas:1) Beaver builders and wetlands • Beaver dams can slow streams and spread water out into wetlands. • Slower water can help plants grow and can let mud and old leaves build up. • Scientists are studying how wetlands can store carbon in the ground and create habitats for many animals. 2) Fish “supergenes” and fast evolution • A supergene is a large section of DNA that often gets inherited together. • Think: a “sticker

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6:19

Big Brain News Ep. 37: Moon Loops, Deep-Sea Critters,...

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2026/03/31

Episode 37 (2026-03-31)Today’s theme: exploration + creativity (space travel, ocean science, and invention history). Story 1: Artemis II practices a trip around the Moon • NASA is preparing Artemis II, a mission designed to carry astronauts around the Moon (not land). • Key idea: a “launch window” means multiple possible launch days. • Why it matters: weather, safety checkups, and the Moon’s position help determine the best day to go. • What kids can learn: big projects use careful

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5:19

Big Brain News Ep. 36: Lights Out, Codes to Space,...

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2026/03/30

Episode 36 (March 30, 2026) Today’s theme: teamwork—neighbors saving energy, scientists sharing a space “hello,” and athletes training for years. Story 1 — Earth Hour (energy habits) • Earth Hour is a reminder to turn off extra lights and notice what uses electricity. • Kid-friendly actions: turn off lights in empty rooms, unplug chargers you’re not using, and use sunlight. • Community idea mentioned: real-time air-quality monitors that help people understand day-to-day air

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Big Brain News Ep. 35: Robots, Invisible Space Stuff,...

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2026/03/27

Big Brain News Episode 351. A Humanoid Robot Visits a Kids-and-Tech Summit 2. NASA Makes a New Map of Invisible ‘Dark Matter’ 3. A New National Geographic Exploration Museum Sets an Opening Date Discussion questions: - What is one helpful job you’d want a robot to do at home or at school, and why? - If you could design a museum exhibit about space or nature, what would people do in it?

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5:46

Big Brain News Ep. 34: Robots, Runways, and a Perfect...

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2026/03/26

Big Brain News Episode 34 1. A Pittsburgh 8th-Grader Nails a Perfect Women’s Bracket (So Far!) 2. A Human-Shaped Robot Practices Being a “Helper Teammate” 3. A Museum Fashion Show Where Clothes Get Super Surreal Discussion questions: - What’s something you could predict just for fun, and what clues would you use? - If you could design a helpful robot, what three chores would you want it to do?

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5:19

Big Brain News Ep. 33: Rockets, Museum Magic, and a...

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2026/03/24

Episode 33 (March 24, 2026)What we covered: 1) Rockets & patience in science • A new rocket (Spectrum) plans another try for orbit. • Kid-friendly idea: To reach orbit, a rocket goes very fast “sideways” around Earth. • Learning point: launches depend on weather, healthy systems, and a ready team—careful planning matters. 2) Public art on a museum building • M+ in Hong Kong adds a huge outdoor artwork by Shahzia Sikander. • Learning point: public art can be enjoyed by visitors and

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5:42

Big Brain News Ep. 32: Space Snacks, New Art Rooms,...

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2026/03/23

Episode 32 helps kids connect big projects to teamwork and planning—whether it’s sending supplies to astronauts, building better spaces for art, or getting ready for springtime events. What we cover: • Space deliveries: What cargo spacecraft bring to the International Space Station (food, tools, fuel, spare parts) and how docking works (matching speed and connecting gently). • Museum expansion: Why extra gallery space matters, and how museums protect art with thoughtful lighting,

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5:20

Big Brain News Ep. 31: Spring Sunbeams, Space...

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2026/03/20

Episode 31 — March 20, 2026Today’s stories (for curious kids and the grown-ups who guide them): 1) Spring Arrives: The Equinox Is a Sky “Balance Point” • What an equinox is: the Sun lines up over Earth’s equator • Why people say “equal day and night” (close to equal, not perfect everywhere) • Why the date can shift between March 19–21 (calendar math + leap years) 2) A Giant Rocket Did a “Static Fire” Test in Texas • What “static fire” means: engines ignite briefly while the rocket stays

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5:38

Big Brain News Ep. 30: Solar Blanket Spacewalks,...

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2026/03/19

In Episode 30, Big Brain guides kids through three short, educational stories that connect science, culture, and technology.Story 1 — Spacewalk upgrades: Two NASA astronauts performed a spacewalk to prepare the International Space Station for new roll-out solar panels. These panels unroll like a “solar blanket” to provide more electricity—supporting experiments and everyday systems onboard. Story 2 — Spring festival & community art: Valencia, Spain’s Las Fallas includes a Flower

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Big Brain News Ep. 29: Buzzer-Beaters, Green Parades,...

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2026/03/18

Episode 29 (March 18, 2026) | Big Brain NewsIn this episode (3 stories): 1) March Madness begins — We explain single-elimination brackets and highlight teamwork and sportsmanship. 2) Dublin’s St. Patrick’s Festival — A geography-friendly look at Ireland, plus how music, dance, and parades share culture. 3) Robots and safety standards — Why robots need clear rules to work safely around people, and how they can help with deliveries and guiding visitors in hospitals. Parent/Teacher Corner

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Big Brain News Ep. 29: Buzzer-Beaters, Green Parades,...

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2026/03/18

Big Brain News Episode 29 1. March Madness Begins: One Game, One Chance 2. Dublin Turns Festive for St. Patrick’s Festival 3. Robots Learn Safety Rules and Help in Hospitals Discussion questions: - What’s one rule that helps a game (or a robot) stay safe and fair? - If you could invent a helpful robot for your school, what job would it do?

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5:29

Big Brain News Ep. 28: Space Internet, Sparkly...

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2026/03/16

Episode 28 (03/16/2026) — Big Brain News Today’s kid-friendly stories: 1) Space internet and satellites: We explain how satellites in orbit (a “smooth racetrack in the sky”) can help send internet signals to places where laying lots of cables is difficult. 2) The Oscars: A simple look at how movies are made by big teams—costumes, music, sound, and special effects—plus why creative jobs matter. 3) Honolulu Festival turns 30: How festivals help communities share traditions through

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Big Brain News Ep. 27: Dragonfly on Titan and a...

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2026/03/15

Big Brain News Episode 271. NASA Builds Dragonfly: A Flying Robot for Titan 2. Find the Hyades: A Sideways ‘V’ of Stars 3. Indoor Track & Field: Fast Feet, Big Jumps, and Team Relays Discussion questions: - If you could send a robot to any planet or moon, where would you send it and what would it look for? - What’s one skill you’d like to practice a little each week, like athletes do?

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Big Brain News Ep. 26: Space X-Rays, Super-Design...

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2026/03/14

Episode 26 (2026-03-14) Story 1: NASA Pauses a New X-Ray Space Telescope Idea • What happened: NASA stopped planning the proposed AXIS mission. • Kid-friendly takeaway: Big science missions must meet requirements—like a careful, super-sized school project. • Vocabulary: X-ray light (invisible light), telescope, mission requirements. Story 2: Tokyo Turns Into a Giant Design and Art Playground • What happened: Tokyo Creative Salon 2026 (Mar 13–22) spreads design and art across multiple

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Big Brain News Ep. 25: Magnetar Engines, Space...

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2026/03/13

Episode 25 (2026-03-13)What’s inside: 1) Superluminous supernovae + magnetars - Kid-friendly idea: A magnetar is a super-dense leftover star with an extremely strong magnetic field. - Key concept: Scientists use computer models to test whether a spinning magnetar could feed energy into the expanding supernova debris, creating a predictable “rise and fall” brightness pattern. - Why it connects to learning: Star life cycles help explain where many elements (like iron and oxygen) come

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Big Brain News Ep. 24: Space Ribbons, Backward...

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2026/03/12

Episode 24 (2026-03-12)Today’s stories (kid-friendly science news): 1) Space science: Astronomers used the Very Large Telescope to spot a ribbon-like cloud of gas near Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way. Key idea: we learn about black holes by observing nearby matter and motion. 2) Skywatching: Jupiter’s “retrograde motion” is an optical viewpoint effect. Key idea: Earth’s faster orbit changes what we see against the background stars. 3) Nature

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