Why isn’t Pluto a planet anymore? | Brains On! Science Podcast For Kids

Pluto is tiny, icy, and used to be the ninth planet in the solar system. Used to be. So why isn’t Pluto a planet anymore? Join Molly and co-host Momo as they learn Pluto’s history, talk to planetary scientist Kelsi Singer about NASA’s New Horizons mission, and even hear from the planet itself. All that plus a nifty new mystery sound! © 2023 Minnesota Public Radio. All rights reserved. Listen to more episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2Os1u4y Or find us on your favorite podcast app here: http://bit.ly/2LC2FjX To ask questions, make a suggestions or submit to the show, contact us at www.brainson.org/contact About Brains On: Brains On! is an award-winning audio show for kids and families. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world. Our mission is to encourage kids’ natural curiosity and wonder using science and history…but there’s no age limit on curiosity, and episodes of Brains On can be enjoyed by anyone. Website: http://BrainsOn.org Sign up for our newsletter: http://brainson.org/fanclub Follow us on social: Facebook:   / brainsonshow   Instagram:   / brains_on   This video was animated by Brant Miller, with editing assistance from Chelsea Evans.