Why Do Acorns Fall? – Seed Dispersal & Botany for Kids

About this episode

The episode explores seed dispersal and the life cycle of oak trees, focusing on why acorns fall from branches.

Discover the secrets of seed dispersal and the life cycle of oak trees as we investigate why acorns drop from their branches. Join Dr. Owl, Emma, and Ziggy as they travel to the forest (and Australia!) to see how gravity and helpful squirrels help tiny baby plants find a new home. Learning Connection: NGSS DCI: LS2.A – Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Owl

Topics covered

• seed dispersal
• oak trees
• ecosystems
• gravity
• squirrels
• botany
• nature

Keywords

• acorns
• seed dispersal
• oak trees
• gravity
• squirrels
• ecosystems
• botany

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: NGSS DCI: LS2.A

Places: Australia

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