Episode 40: The Science of Rainbows! (July 7)

**Wake Up Kids: The Science of Rainbows!** *Tuesday, July 7th, 2026* Good morning, scientists! In today's episode of the *Wake Up Kids* podcast, host Ticky Tocket is serving up an exciting science scoop all about rainbows! Did you know that plain white sunlight is actually packed with many different colors? Ticky explains how sunlight bends and splits when it shines through tiny raindrops in the air, creating a beautiful arch of red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and violet. Plus, she shares a super fun fact: because it depends on where you are standing, everyone sees their very own unique rainbow! After checking the chilly, showery weather forecast for Lindfield, Ticky encourages you to keep an eye out for your own special rainbow when the sun finally comes out. We wrap up the show with a wonderful lesson: just like rainbows need both rain and sunshine to appear, the most beautiful things often come right after a rainy patch. Tune in to learn how you can be "rainbow kind" and bring a splash of color to someone else's day today!