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Getting a Shot: You Can Do It!

Sid the Science Kid is an animated television series that uses comedy to promote exploration, discovery and science among preschoolers. The characters pose questions and investigate objects and events that can be directly observed and explored. <br/> <strong>Ages:</strong> 3-6<br/> <strong>Educational Goal:</strong> Science

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Getting a Shot: You Can Do It!

Season 1 Episode 41 | 25m 55s | CC

Sid is excited because Grandma is coming to school! Grandma is a nurse, so she'll be giving everyone their flu shots. Sid and his friends are a little hesitant, and they have lots of questions about what vaccines do inside of their bodies. When Grandma and Susie team up to explain the science behind vaccination, Sid feels ready to get his flu shot.

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