But Why Kids | Don’t swallow gum! And other things parents say | Full Podcast Episode
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Key Vocabulary Words
symbiotic (adjective)
involving a close relationship between two different organisms, where both benefit from the relationship.
Example Sentence: The clownfish and sea anemone have a symbiotic relationship, where the clownfish protects the anemone and the anemone provides shelter for the clownfish.

mycorrhizae (noun)
a type of fungus that lives in a symbiotic relationship with plant roots, helping them absorb nutrients and water from the soil.
Example Sentence: The mycorrhizae in the soil helped the plants grow stronger and healthier.

superstition (noun)
a belief or practice based on fear of the unknown or magical thinking, not supported by evidence or reason.
Example Sentence: Some people believe that breaking a mirror brings seven years of bad luck, but it's just a superstition.

pediatrician (noun)
a doctor who specializes in the medical care of children.
Example Sentence: My sister wants to become a pediatrician so she can help kids stay healthy.

electromagnetic (adjective)
relating to or produced by electric currents and magnetic fields.
Example Sentence: Microwaves use electromagnetic waves to heat up food by making water molecules vibrate.
Multiple Choice Questions
Instructions: Answer the questions below, based on the reading passage above.
According to the text, why do parents sometimes say they have eyes in the back of their heads?
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What is the purpose of spitting on mosquito bites, according to the text?
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Why do parents advise against swimming right after eating, as mentioned in the text?
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Short Answer Questions
Instructions: Answer the questions below, based on the reading passage above.
Why do parents sometimes say things that may not be true?
What is the role of superstitions in society?
Why is it important to get enough sleep?
Open Ended Prompts
Instructions: Answer the questions below, based on the reading passage above and your own knowledge and experience as it relates to the topic.
Reflect on a time when you believed a myth or superstition. How did it impact your actions or beliefs?
Think about a saying or piece of advice that an adult in your life has told you. How does this saying make you feel? Do you think it is true or false? Why?
Consider a time when you questioned something that adults told you. How did you go about finding the truth? What did you learn from this experience?
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