Squiz Kids

Pack your bags and grab your passport because this week’s From The Vault takes us south of the border to Mexico!

As football fans around the world turn their attention to the FIFA World Cup, we’re revisiting one of our favourite Squiz The World adventures and exploring the first of this year’s three host nations.

Discover why Mexico City is slowly sinking into the ground, learn about the ancient civilisations that shaped the country long before European explorers arrived, and uncover the surprising story of the world's largest pyramid, hidden beneath what looks like an ordinary hill.

Along the way, we’ll learn a little Spanish, visit the world’s biggest university, explore spectacular underground sinkholes called cenotes, and find out why so many of the foods we love today, including chocolate, tomatoes and vanilla, can trace their roots back to Mexico.

🎧 Suitable for curious kids aged 8 to 108.

Inside the Pyramid of Cholula: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCD__zVfChE

Mole poblano recipe: https://www.mexicoinmykitchen.com/wprm_print/2190

🔥 Why Are Some Flames Blue? 🔥

Most of us think of fire as yellow, orange or red. But what about the blue flame on a gas stove? Or the green, purple and red colours in fireworks?

In this week's Squiz Kids Science Short, we discover what a flame actually is, why different flame colours can reveal different temperatures, and how scientists use colours to identify the chemicals that are burning. From campfires to candles, gas stoves to fireworks, it turns out fire is full of colourful clues.

Grab your safety goggles and join us as we uncover the colourful science hidden inside flames.

A fun kids vs adults news quiz to test who’s been paying the most attention to the week in news.

For the full episode transcript, click here.

This week, we're bringing you a very special Squiz Kids Spotlight. Bryce chats with the stars of the upcoming 7 AFL Kids Call, where kids take over the commentary box for Sunday's AFL clash between St Kilda and the GWS Giants on 7plus.

Meet Alex, the play-by-play commentator who's already handed a premiership medal to an AFL star and is chasing his dream of becoming a professional sports caller. Hear from Indie, who'll be reporting from the boundary line right in the thick of the action. And meet Ned, whose dad just happens to be St Kilda assistant coach Brendan Bolton, giving him a unique insider's perspective on the game.

Joining them is Channel 7 sports presenter Theo Doropoulos, who explains what it's like calling AFL at the highest level.

It's a fun behind-the-scenes look at footy, broadcasting, and the next generation of sports commentators before they take centre stage this Sunday.

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The Philippines shaken by a mega quake; NASA launches space underwear; Commonwealth Games qualifiers; and some mozzie misinformation

NASA’s future Moon astronauts will wear high-tech cooling underwear, helped along by Prada.

A powerful earthquake has hit the Philippines, damaging buildings and injuring many people. Rescuers are searching for survivors, and people around the world are sending thoughts and support.

Australia’s Commonwealth Games team is taking shape, with swimmers and athletes racing for spots in Glasgow.

Scary posts about special mosquitoes are buzzing online, but Squiz-E says slow down! The real science is much less dramatic than the rumours.

For the full episode transcript, click here.

Researched and hosted by Christie Kijurina