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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 22 MIN

Captain Curious: Why Isn't Pluto a Planet Anymore?

from Curious Kids Every Day: A Daily Educational Podcast

In today's space adventure finale, Captain Curious sets course for Pluto to solve a mystery: why isn't Pluto a planet anymore? We explore what makes a planet different from a dwarf planet, meet Pluto's neighbors in the Kuiper Belt, and learn how the discovery of Eris led scientists to update the rules.  Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child's intelligence and curiosity. Each episode is designed to stretch young attention spans with thoughtful questions, playful learning, and engaging games. I created this to be a show I would be happy to have my kids listen to. Please visit CuriousKidsEveryDay.com to get a free printable with activity ideas that don't involve screens. Those are the best kinds of adventures to have! The Curious Kids Club is launching soon! Visit SupportCuriousKids.com to get all the details.

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