Why Do Roads Crack?

About this episode

This episode explores the reasons why roads crack and how small damages can lead to potholes.

Why do streets crack and how does a small damaged spot turn into a pothole?! In this episode, we learn how heat, cold, water, heavy vehicles, and shifting ground can all wear down pavement over time. Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child's intelligence and curiosity. I created this to be a show I would be happy to have my kids listen to. Five Reasons to join the Curious Kids Club! SupportCuriousKids.com Your curious kids get a shout out on their birthdays! Ad-Free Podcast Feed Activity sheets for every new episode of the show Weekly episode schedule so you know what topics are coming up Weekly newsletters so you never miss anything! Want to submit a question for the show? Go to CuriousKidsEveryDay.com! I'll also send you a free printable with activity ideas that don't involve screens. Those are the best kinds of adventures to have!

People in this episode

Host: Curious Kids Every Day

Topics covered

• roads
• potholes
• pavement
• weather effects
• vehicle impact
• ground shifting

Keywords

• roads
• cracks
• potholes
• pavement
• weather
• vehicles
• ground

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Curious Kids Club, SupportCuriousKids.com, CuriousKidsEveryDay.com

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