The Paper Trail/Bath Time
elinor wonders why

Fri, May 24 12:00 P.M. NHPBS (11.1)  

The Paper Trail - 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? This question brings them to Mr. Beaver's paper mill, where they learn that paper comes from trees, and the trees come from- a tree farm! After learning all the steps and how nature plays a significant role in making paper, the kids realize that it's important not to waste it. This inspires them to finish their story by drawing on the back of their old paper. Bath Time - 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? They learn all about the different ways animals keep themselves clean, but Ari is still adamant about never bathing again. That is, until he starts to get really sticky and itchy, which disrupts his playtime. He finally gives in to bath time and makes himself squeaky clean, but don't worry, he'll have plenty time to get dirty again tomorrow!

Episode Duration: 28 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 115

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Fri, May 24 12:00 P.M. The Paper Trail/Bath Time     NHPBS (11.1)

About Elinor Wonders Why:

Elinor Wonders Why encourages children to follow their curiosity, ask questions when they don't understand and find answers using science inquiry skills.

The main character Elinor, the most observant and curious bunny rabbit in Animal Town, will introduce children ages 3-5 to science, nature and community through adventures with her friends.


Future Broadcast times for "Elinor Wonders Why": (show all)

Tue, Apr 30 12:00 P.M. Underground Soup/Dandy Dandelions     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, Apr 30 1:00 P.M. Underground Soup/Dandy Dandelions     NH Kids (11.5)
Wed, May 1 12:00 P.M. Speedy Swimming/Strawberry Jam     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, May 1 1:00 P.M. A Garden for All/Band of Explorers     NH Kids (11.5)
Thu, May 2 12:00 P.M. A Change of Art/The Litterbug     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, May 2 1:00 P.M. Zig Zag Plant/Butterfly Drinks     NH Kids (11.5)
Fri, May 3 12:00 P.M. A Moth Mystery/Just Peachy     NHPBS (11.1)
Fri, May 3 1:00 P.M. Frozen Fish/Pirate Treasure     NH Kids (11.5)
Sat, May 4 1:00 P.M. Butterfly Babies/Elinor's Circus     NH Kids (11.5)
Sun, May 5 1:00 P.M. Zig Zag Plant/Butterfly Drinks     NH Kids (11.5)
Mon, May 6 12:00 P.M. Elinor's Fishy Friend/Do The Crane Dance     NHPBS (11.1)
Mon, May 6 1:00 P.M. Burrowing Owl Girl/Olive's Tree     NH Kids (11.5)
Tue, May 7 12:00 P.M. Butterfly Party/More Than One Right Way     NHPBS (11.1)
Tue, May 7 1:00 P.M. The Town Picnic/The Amazing Expandable Clubhouse     NH Kids (11.5)
Wed, May 8 12:00 P.M. Underground Soup/Dandy Dandelions     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, May 8 1:00 P.M. Big Trees/Baby Steps     NH Kids (11.5)


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