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The Violin Lesson/Flying High
Elinor models the foundational practices of science inquiry and engineering design -- including her amazing powers of observation and willingness to ask questions and investigate. When she encounters something she doesn’t understand, like why birds have feathers or how tiny ants build massive anthills, she just can’t let it go until she figures it out.
The Violin Lesson/Flying High
Season 2 Episode 1 | 23m 25s | CC
Olive does not feel inspired to play her violin, but after the kids follow chirping crickets and learn that they chirp to communicate, Olive is inspired to perform in a duet with her mom./Elinor wonders why Chickee doesn't fly as high as other birds. Lucky for Elinor, she and her friends are whisked away on a hot-air balloon adventure to observe how each bird flies high for different reasons.
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