Summary
Mystery Doug takes on a real kid's question -- "Why do penguins have wings if they can't fly?" -- and follows the clues. A penguin's 'wings' became stiff flippers built for swimming -- so they fly through the water instead of the air. A quick five-minute watch to spark curiosity and kick off a conversation.
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Doug investigates a question kids really asked: "Why do penguins have wings if they can't fly?"
- What was Doug's answer to today's question, in your own words?
- What surprised you most about penguin, or what did you already know?
- What's one thing this makes you want to find out more about?
Quick work-a-long
Words to know: penguin, flipper, swim.
Try it: Explain the answer to "Why do penguins have wings if they can't fly?" to someone at home using these three words, then write down one new question it made you wonder.