How do animals survive the winter cold and why are some student's locking up their phones before class? We'll tell ya! Plus we're learning about Rosie the Riveter and the economy. We answer one viewer's question about why the flu shot's effectiveness changes from season to season. Add in some earth science lessons about the Ring of Fire volcanoes and the new faultline discovered in California, and it's one packed episode!
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Word Highlight: floodplain, seismic, torpor
Question of the Week: In this week's episode, we learn about a school that locks up students' phones before class. We want to know if you think students should be allowed to use cell phones in class. Write to us and let us know why or why not!
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