Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids
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.
Recent Episodes
June 9, 2025
🎉 We need your help with season 5! 🎉
Clark is working on Season 5 of Sleep Tight Science—and we’d love your help! What science topics do you want to hear next? Should we change the music? Make the episodes longer? Shorter? Or something totally new? Talk it over ...
June 4, 2025
Do you know about the Koalas? 🐨
Perfect for sparking bedtime curiosity or thoughtful family chats, this episode blends science, storytelling, and compassion to help young listeners understand—and care about—these fuzzy, tree-hugging creatures from down under.
May 28, 2025
Do you know how your memory works? 🧠
In this calming and curiosity-sparking episode of Sleep Tight Science, we explore the fascinating world of memory.
May 21, 2025
Do you know about Jellyfish? 🌊🪼
In this episode of Sleep Tight Science , we learn all about the world of jellyfish! Discover why jellyfish aren’t really fish, how they sting, what they eat, and the incredible ways they glow, swim, and grow. From tiny Iruka...
May 14, 2025
Do you know why the sky is blue? ☀️🔵
In this episode of Sleep Tight Science , we take a colorful journey through the science of sunlight, scattering, and the atmosphere to find out why the sky looks blue during the day and red at sunrise and sunset. We’ll explor...