Stump the Librarian

Episode 98 Polar Bear, Polar Bear Nov 4, 2026 30:22 Polar Bear, Polar Bear Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “What’s the longest bridge in the world, and how long would it take a dog to walk across the Mackinac Bridge?” and “What color is polar bear skin, how long are polar bears, and why are polar bears white?” We also have a trivia fact of the day and recommend a fun mystery book. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/stump. We

Episode 97 Hang Tight! Sloths Ahead Oct 19, 2026 27:36 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why is Halloween a Thing?” and “Why do sloths move slow?” We also have a water bug fact and a fantasy book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding Halloween... "Halloween." Britannica School, Encyclopædia Britannica, 13 Sep. 2026. school.eb.com/levels/high/article/Halloween/38951.

Episode 96 Lego Love Oct 7, 2026 29:24 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Can toads give you warts?” and “What was the first Lego set?” We also have a geode fact and recommend a nonfiction graphic novel about mycology. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!  Jenny’s Fact of the Day: The Rock Encyclopedia by A.W. Buckey https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C1270185 Liz’s

Episode 95 Donuts: The Hole Story Sep 23, 2026 27:05 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “When were weekends invented?” and “Why do donuts have holes?” We also have a gross body fact and a graphic novel about two sisters on the beach. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding weekends... The 5-Day Work Week: How We Got Here | HISTORY history of the organization of work -- Britannica

Episode 94 Our Bookmobile is Bananas Sep 9, 2026 30:12 In today’s episode we answer many Bookmobile questions, such as “How many bananas long is the Bookmobile?” We also answer, “How long does a tardigrade live?” We hear some Bookmobile trivia from Librarian Hannah, and Liz recommends a chapter book about a reluctant quester. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Liz’s book recommendation: Nell O’Dell Hat

Episode 93 California Adventure May 27, 2026 32:05 In today’s episode we explore the Muir Woods National Monument and the San Diego Zoo. We hear some trivia from Programming Specialist Hennie and Liz recommends a magical chapter book about our favorite time traveling siblings. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!    Hennie’s Fact of the Day: The Colors of Nature by Catherine Barr https://kdl.bibliocom

Episode 92 Big Walks and Tiny Treasures May 13, 2026 27:07 Join Liz and Jill as we answer the questions “What is geocaching?” and “How long does it take to walk all the way around the world?” We have a fact about underwater creatures and a nonfiction book about wolves. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!  Regarding geocaching... Go Geocaching! By Meghan Gottschall: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S

Episode 91 Mummy Lake May 6, 2026 27:55 In today’s episode we answer the questions, “What is white chocolate made of?” and “Which lake mummifies creatures that fall into it?” We hear some trivia from Programming Specialist Lauren and Liz recommends a chapter book about a Wonderland adventure. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!    Liz’s book recommendation: Alice With a Why by Anna James A

Episode 90 the Littlest Bear in the World Apr 15, 2026 29:05 Join Liz and Jill as we answer the questions “Why do we use soap to wash our hands?” and “What is the smallest bear in the world?” We have a fact about bread bubbles and a sweet chapter book about animal friends. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!  Regarding soap.... https://www.cdc.gov/clean-hands/data-research/facts-stats/index.html "soap and det

Episode 89 Owl Moon Apr 1, 2026 32:01 In today’s episode we answer the questions, “How do owls fly so quietly? What do owls eat and what happens to the parts they cannot digest? Can I have a pet owl?” and “Why can we see the moon in the daytime?” We hear some D&D trivia from Librarian Tabby and Jill recommends a chapter book about kids protecting owls. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from yo

Episode 88 Orange Cat, Orange Fruit, and the Color Orange Mar 18, 2026 26:46 "orange." Britannica School, Encyclopædia Britannica, 12 Jan. 2017. school.eb.com/levels/high/article/orange/57261#main-ada. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026. https://www.livescience.com/45057-oranges-nutrition-facts.html https://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/health-benefits-oranges https://www.uslanguageservices.com/blog/the-history-behind-english-color-names/ https://www.babbel.com/en/magazine/color-etymo

Episode 87 Turtle-Flour! Mar 4, 2026 27:09 In today’s episode we answer the questions, “What is flour made of?” and “What do turtles do in winter?” We hear a library fact of the day from KDL’s Data Coordinator Sheri and Liz recommends a delicious graphic novel about two friends on an adventure. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!    Liz’s book recommendation: Night Chef by Mika Song https://

Episode 86 Slurp, Click, and Growl Feb 18, 2026 29:18 Join Liz and Jill as we answer the questions “What year was the first phone invented?” and “What noise does a seahorse make?” We have a fact about buying books for the library and a road trip novel that you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!  Regarding telephones... https://school.eb.com/levels/high/article/telephone/110260 http

Episode 85 Stink, Stank, SKUNK! Feb 4, 2026 27:30 In this episode we answer the questions “How do skunks produce that stinky substance?” and “Which came first, Yeti or Bigfoot?” and “Is Bigfoot real?” We also share a turtle fact of the day from Librarian Laura and Liz recommends a heartwarming chapter book about a very important bear. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Laura’s fact of the day: The

Episode 84 Orange You Glad It’s Orangutan? Jan 21, 2026 29:15 Join Liz and Jill as we answer the questions “Are Maine Coons the largest cat?” and “Do orangutans eat oranges?” We have a fact about animal jobs and an adventure novel that you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!  Regarding Maine Coons... https://school.eb.com/levels/high/article/Why-Are-Maine-Coon-Cats-So-Big/648427 https://sch

Episode 83 Pop Goes the Bamboo Jan 7, 2026 30:03 In this episode we answer the questions “Can you hear bamboo grow?” and “How do you find out a tree’s age?” We also share a fact of the day from Data Coordinator Sheri and Liz recommends a chapter book about an octopus rescue with a lot of heart. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!    Liz’s book recommendation: Three Blue Hearts by Lynne Kelly https:

Episode 82 That's a Beautiful Volcano Dec 17, 2025 32:32 Join Liz and Jill as we answer the questions “Can kangaroos hop backwards?” and “How hot is lava?” We have a fact about satellites and a dragon graphic novel that you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!  Regarding kangaroos... https://www.billabongsanctuary.com.au/red-kangaroo/ https://www.bushheritage.org.au/species/kangaroos htt

Episode 81 Presidental Pretzels Dec 3, 2025 25:54 In this episode we answer the questions “Did George Washington eat pretzels?” and “How are hurricanes named & who names them?” We also share a fact of the day from Manager Karen and Jill recommends a captivating chapter book about a school for crime fighters. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!       Karen’s Fact of the Day: Dung for Dinner by C

Episode 80 What's in my fridge?! Nov 19, 2025 30:22 Join Liz and Jill as we answer the questions “how does mold grow on food?” and “Is a tater tot protein? What is a carbohydrate?” We have a fact about an African animal and a graphic novel that you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding mold... https://www.exploratorium.edu/explore/science/activity/mold https://extension.um

Episode 79 Gardens Galore! Nov 5, 2025 26:57 Gardens Galore! In this episode we answer the questions “How did Meijer Gardens begin?” and “What is the difference between moths and butterflies?” We also share a fact of the day from Ada Librarian Ally and Jill recommends a beginning chapter book about two funny friends. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!       Ally’s Fact of the Day: Everything

Episode 78 Open Wide Whale Oct 22, 2025 30:32 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “How do landfills work?” and “How many teeth do whales have?” We also have a fact about Pokémon and a great book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding landfills... https://school.eb.com/levels/high/article/solid-waste-management/471032/related#nodeId=website

Episode 77 That Dog Has a Job! Oct 8, 2025 29:11 That Dog Has a Job! In this episode we answer the questions “Why are there rocks around train trachs?” and “What is the difference between service dogs and therapy dogs?” We also share a fact of the day from Kentwood Librarian Hatka and Jill recommends an exciting chapter book about kids stuck in an airport. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!      

Episode 76 Sweaty Hippos Sep 24, 2025 34:16 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why is hippo sweat red?” and “How old is the US postal service?” We also have a fact about squids and a super fun graphic novel recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding Hippos... https://a-z-animals.com/animals/hippopotamus/hippopotamus-teeth-everything-you-ne

Episode 75 Thanks a Lot, Axolotl! Sep 10, 2025 28:12 Thanks a Lot, Axolotl! In this episode we answer the questions “Where do seagulls live?” and “Can axolotls regrow parts of their brain?” We also share a fact of the day from Ada Librarian Angela and Jill recommends a summertime chapter book. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!      Angela’s fact of day: Extreme Records by Julie Beer https://kdl.bibli

Episode 74 Jill and Liz’s Vacation Extravaganza May 28, 2025 33:58 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why was Central Park set aside as a park in New York City?” and “Why do bats live under the Congress Avenue Bridge in Austin, TX?” We also have bonkers balls fact from a special guest and two picture book recommendations. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding Central Park... "Central Park."

Episode 73 Myths and Drifts May 14, 2025 27:39 In this episode we answer the questions “How did Poseidon get the sea?” and “What is a Portuguese Man of War?” We also share a fact of the day from Bookmobile Librarian Caleb and recommend a quirky chapter book. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!     Jill’s book recommendation: The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Scien

Episode 72 Sleeping on the Wild Side Apr 30, 2025 31:40 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why do I lift out of my seat on a roller coaster?” and “How do animals stay up when they sleep?” We also have a fact about hippos and an amazing book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding Roller Coasters... https://coasterforce.com/physics/ https://ph

Episode 71 The Ink-redible Octopus Apr 16, 2025 31:51 The Ink-redible Octopus In this episode we answer the questions “What’s the weirdest invention that actually worked?” and “Do all octopuses ink?” We also share a fact of the day from KDL’s Data Coordinator and share a nonfiction book about a daring dog. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!       Jill’s book recommendation: Balto by Emma Carlson Berne

Episode 70 Humming Along with Hummingbirds Apr 2, 2025 27:16 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why does cool air come out of a person's mouth when they blow (like to cool off hot soup), but warm air comes out when a person goes HAAAAAAH (think warming your hands on a cold day)?” and “Do hummingbirds really hum?” We also have a fact about gardens and a book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. W

Episode 69 The Booger Episode Mar 19, 2025 26:21 The Booger Episode  In this episode we answer the questions “How do trees talk to each other?” and “Why are boogers green?” We also share a fact of the day from a Patron Services librarian and share a graphic novel about a student struggling with math. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!      Joel’s Fact of the Day: The Animal Toolkit by Steve Jenki

Episode 68 Narwhals the Unicorn of the Sea Mar 5, 2025 20:38 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why do we get goosebumps?” and “Are narwhals the unicorn of the sea?” We also have a fact about bones and a book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding Goosebumps.... https://health.clevelandclinic.org/why-do-you-get-goosebumps "skin." Britannica School, En

Episode 67 Big Bad Bird Feb 19, 2025 28:03 In this episode we answer the questions “Is seaweed a plant?” and “What is the most dangerous bird?” We also share an elephant fact of the day from a Plainfield Twp. librarian and recommend a fascinating nonfiction book about parasites! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!     Lynn’s Fact of the Day: Fish Farts and Other Amazing Ways Animals Adapt by

Episode 66 Tall Mountains, Real Reindeer Feb 5, 2025 26:40 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “What’s the tallest mountain in the world?” and “Are reindeer real?” We also have a fact about a very fast shark and an adventure/fantasty book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Fact of the day book: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C1124561 Book recomm

Episode 65 Magnificent Memory Jan 22, 2025 29:34 In this episode we answer the questions “How is paper recycled?” and “How do we know elephants never forget?” We also share a fact of the day from an East Grand Rapids librarian and share a funny science fiction book about a boy from outer space! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Monica’s Fact of the Day: Incredible Animal Trivia by Eric Braun

Episode 64 The Vertebrate of the Year Jan 8, 2025 27:26 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why are school buses yellow?” and “What is up with the naked mole rat?” We also have a fact about the richest person in history and a book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Regarding School Buses... https://archive.nytimes.com/cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/02/1

Episode 63 Venomous Dragons! Dec 18, 2024 26:54 In this episode we answer the questions, “What is the one bone in the body that floats?” and “What is the Blue Glaucus and what does it eat?” We learn a fact of the day live from a Wyoming librarian and share a funny chapter book about a kid finding a heap of money. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!    Jackie’s Fact of the Day: Amazing Facts- Olympi

Episode 62 That Doesn't Sound Like Me! Dec 11, 2024 27:45 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why do we yawn?” and “why does my voice sound different on a recording?” We also have a fact about a sailing stones and a cozy mystery recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Fact of the Day book: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C1124561 Liz Recomends: http

Episode 61 You Have Arrived Nov 27, 2024 25:13 In this episode we answer the questions, “How does GPS work?” and “Why do I have to brush my teeth?” We learn a fact of the day from a Byron Township librarian and share a fantasy chapter book that would be perfect for fans of magic & animals. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Natalie’s Fact of the Day: Do Your Best: How to Be a Scout by Bear

Episode 60 Stomach Grumbles Nov 13, 2024 24:30 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “How do we know what stars are made of?” and “Why does my stomach growl when I’m hungry?” We also have a fact about a megaldon shark and a book recommendation you are sure to love! To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Hannah’s Fact of the Day: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C1018270 Liz’s B

Episode 59 Tickle Monster Oct 30, 2024 29:44 In this episode we answer the questions, “How do animals that live underground know where they’re going?” and “Why can’t I tickle myself?” We learn a fact of the day from an East Grand Rapids librarian and share a realistic fiction chapter book that would be a great family readaloud. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!   Jenny’s Fact of the Day: Why?

Episode 58 Hamster Pockets Oct 16, 2024 28:03 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Why are Dalmatians associated with fire trucks?” and “How do hamsters fit so much stuff in their cheeks?” We also share a fun fact of the day about the Artic Birds and a graphic novel about DND playing dogs. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump or email us at stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org We can’t wait to hear from you! Concerning Dalmati

Episode 57 Left and Bite Oct 2, 2024 28:25 Jill and Liz are BACK for season 5. As always, we are here to answer your questions! Follow us to get a new episode every other Wednesday afternoon. In this episode we answer the questions “Why are some people left-handed?” and “Are all mosquitoes that bite female?” We also share a fact of the day from a Rockford librarian and share a historical fiction book with adventure and spy stuff! To submi

Episode 56 Busy Bees or Playing Possum Jun 26, 2024 30:26 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “How do bees make honey?” and “How does a possum play dead?” You can send us your question at KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org. We look forward to hearing from you! Regarding Bees... Sarah Ridley. Bee to Honey. Crabtree Publishing Company, 2018. EBSCOhost, research.ebsco.com/linkprocessor/plink?id=0ef16ae6-cda2-3e2d-8ecc-3689

Episode 55 Feeling Queasy Jun 12, 2024 25:31 Feeling Queasy Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Why is there a metric system and an imperial system?” and “Why do people get seasick?” We also share a fact of the day about fast airplanes and recommend a library mystery novel. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s Fact of the Day: 1,000 Amazing World Facts https://kdl.bibliocom

Episode 54 The Chonk King May 29, 2024 31:22 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Why doesn’t gravity work on balloons?” and “How do you make money when I don’t pay the library?” You can send us your question at KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org. We look forward to hearing from you! Regarding Balloons... Up & Away! How Two Brothers Invented the Hot-Air Ballon by Jason Henry https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/

Episode 53 Potty Training for Astronauts May 15, 2024 22:40 Potty Training for Astronauts Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “How do astronauts go to the bathroom in space?” and “What causes thunder and lightning?” We also share a fact of the day about diamonds and an awesome graphic novel recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s Fact of the Day: 513 Weird Facts Every Kid Shoul

Episode 52 Animal BFFs and Bubbles! May 1, 2024 25:21 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Do animals make friends?” and “How do bubbles work? Why are they always round?” You can send us your question at KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org. We look forward to hearing from you! Regarding Animal BFFS... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interspecies_friendship "Animal social behaviour." Britannica School, Encyclopædia Bri

Episode 51 Just My Luck! Apr 17, 2024 30:17 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Why are ladybugs and four-leaf clovers lucky?” and “Why do some foods taste salty and some taste sweet?” We also share a fact of the day about mapmaking and several heartwarming book recommendations. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s Fact of the Day: The Maps Book by Joanne Bourne https://kdl

Episode 50 Color Conundrums Apr 3, 2024 30:02 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Where do bruises come from and where do they go?” and “What causes the Northern Lights?” We also share a fun fact of the day about crodile tears and non-fiction graphic novel recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding bruises... https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/bruises.html https

Episode 49 A Very Hairy Episode Mar 20, 2024 27:25 A Very Hairy Episode Join Jill & Liz as they answer the questions, “Why do we have eyebrows?” and “Why do cats purr?” We also share a fact of the day about knocking on wood and a powerful book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s Fact of the Day: The Good Luck Book by Heather Alexander https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/reco

Episode 48 Koala Criminals Mar 6, 2024 25:32 Koala Criminals Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Why do we have fingerprints?” and “Why can't I remember being a baby?” We also share a fun fact of the day about tickles and a new book by Lisa Yee. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Concerning fingerprints https://umbc.edu/stories/how-did-i-get-my-own-unique-set-of-fingerprints/

Episode 47 430 Million Hiccups Feb 21, 2024 26:45 Join Liz & Jill as they answer the questions, “What makes the colors of a sunset?” and “Why do we hiccup?” We also share a fact of the day about clouds and a magical book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s Fact of the Day: Weird and Wonderful Nature https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C976169 Jill’s Book Recomm

Episode 46 Slime Time Feb 7, 2024 26:22 Join Liz and Jill as they answer the questions “Do cats and dogs see all the colors or just black and white?” and “Are snails born with shells? Do they use the same shells their whole lives?” We also share a fun fact about the Galapagos Islands and a choose your own adventure book called Search for a Giant Squid. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you!

Episode 45 Pizza Stomach Jan 24, 2024 25:48 Pizza Stomach Join Liz & Jill as they answer the questions, “What do you tells actors before a show?” and “Are cows the only animal with more than one stomach?” We also share a fact of the day about giraffes and a heartwarming STEM book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s Fact of the Day: Weird, Wild, Amazing! https://kdl

Episode 44 Animal Toolbox Jan 10, 2024 29:36 Join Liz and Jill as they answer the questions “Why do seasons change?” and “What animals besides Otters and Chimpanzees use tools?” We also share a fun fact about Animal Bffs and a sad book called Efren Divided. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding seasons... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b25g4nZTHvM https://school.eb.com/levels/high/a

Episode 43 Slithering Snakes & Octopus Escapes Dec 27, 2023 31:10 Slithering Snakes & Octopus Escapes Join Liz and Jill as they answer the questions, “How do worms/snakes move without bones?” and “What is the smartest animal?” We also share a fact of the day about dinosaurs and a suspenseful book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Jill’s Fact of the Day: 1,000 Amazing Dinosaur Facts https:/

Episode 42 The Cookie Episode Dec 13, 2023 30:37 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “What is the origin of Christmas Cookies?” and “What was the first cookie cream brand?” We also share a fun fact of the day about a Troll Museum and a graphic novel called Swim Team. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding Christmas Cookies https://culturallyours.com/2019/12/04/history-and-cultu

Episode 41 The Need for Speed Nov 29, 2023 28:51 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions "What is the fastest mammal?" and "What percentage of bodily loss does a starfish need to die?" To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Concerning speedy mammals: https://www.awf.org/blog/cheetahs-worlds-fastest-land-animal#:~:text=Cheetahs%20are%20the%20world's%20fastest,of%20up%20to%2070%20mph.

Episode 40 We’re Feeling Sleepy Nov 15, 2023 30:32 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “How are cotton candy grapes made?” and “Why do we need sleep?” We also share a fun fact of the day about bones and a dragon book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding Cotton Candy Grapes: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/topics/plant-breeding "Plant breeding." Britannica School, Enc

Episode 39 The Platypus’ Spur of Doom Nov 1, 2023 26:09 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Is there water in a water tower?” and “What is up with the duck-billed platypus?” We also share a fun fact of the day about guinea pigs and a super quirky chapter book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Jill’s Fact of the Day: Pets and Their People https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/re

Episode 38 A Flamboyance of Flamingos Oct 18, 2023 27:52 A Flamboyance of Flamingos Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Why is cheese different colors?” and “Why do flamingos only eat upside down?” We also share a fun fact of the day about the Atlantic Ocean and a wild fantasy book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding Cheese: https://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/20

Episode 37 Exploding Ants Oct 4, 2023 23:00 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “How are ants so strong?” and “To which family of animals is the red panda most closely related?” We also share a fun fact of the day about toe-wrestling and a super cool nonfiction book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Jill’s Fact of the Day: The Mind-Blowing World of Extraordinary

Stump the Librarian Season 4 Sep 27, 2023 1:37 Welcome to Stump the Librarian a podcast where two librarians answer questions from YOU the listener! Submit your question at KDL.org/stump and follow this podcast to get all the season 4 episodes straight to your listening device.

Episode 36 Old Stuff and Expensive Stuff Jun 21, 2023 34:19 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “How old was the oldest person to live?” and “What is the most expensive book ever sold?” We also give an ocean fact of the day and recommend the book Lupe Wong Won’t Dance. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org Concerning Old Age: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/02/21/longevity-expert-3-reasons-the-worl

Episode 35 Don’t Eat Fireflies Jun 7, 2023 24:45 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Do fish get thirsty?” and “How do lightning bugs light up?” We also share a fun fact of the day about the Philippines and a #1 nonfiction book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Jill’s Fact of the Day: Philippines https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C940866 Liz’s Book Recommend

Episode 34 Poop Cubes May 24, 2023 27:16 Join Liz and Jill as they answer the questions “What dogs are hypoallergenic?” and “Why do wombats poop cubes?” We also recommend the book “Willodeen” by Katherine Applegate and talk about memorable birthdays. To submit your own question go to KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org

Episode 33 Crashin’ Caps May 10, 2023 30:44 Join Liz and Jill as they answer the questions “Why are the tops of some waves white?” and “What is the busiest airport in the world?” We also recommend the book “Willowdeen” and share a fact of the day about a bee bus stop. To submit your own question go to KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org Regarding waves: What Are Waves? | Science at the Beach! | SciShow Kids https://ki

Episode 32 This Episode is Creepy Apr 26, 2023 27:13 Join Liz and Jill as they answer the questions “How does wind work?” and “what are cobwebs?” We also recommend the book “The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels” and share a fact of the day about spiders. To submit your own question go to KDL.org/stump or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org Concerning wind: Where Does Wind Come From? Crash Course Geography #8 https://education.nationalgeograph

Episode 31 Worm Tongues?! Apr 12, 2023 29:10 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions, “Do worms have tongues?” and “Which animals have opposable thumbs?” We also share a bat fact of the day and a historical fiction book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Concerning worms: https://discovery.ebsco.com/c/qctlkj/viewer/html/qxxjaef27z https://web.p.ebscohost.com/scirc/detai

Episode 30 Cartoons Matter! Mar 29, 2023 22:08 Join Liz and Jill as they answer questions from YOU the listener. This week we’re answering “Are cartoons matter?” and “What is the difference between coffee beans and cocoa beans?” To submit your own question go to KDL.org/Stump or email us at stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding Matter (and cartoons)…. https://www.worldbookonline.com/kids/home?subacct=18279#artic

Episode 29 Oh Sail Can You Sea Mar 15, 2023 23:11 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Can a sailboat sail forever with a fan?” and “How do cruise ships stay afloat?” We also share a boat fact of the day and a storytelling book recommendation. To submit your own question, go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Jill’s Fact of the Day, Boats! (And Other Things That Float) https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C850226

Episode 28 Jill Vs the Volcano Mar 1, 2023 25:54 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “How come people don’t have to pay for books at the library?” and “How do volcanoes happen?” To submit your own question go to KDL.org/Stump or email us at stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org We can’t wait to hear from you! Regarding library books... https://taxfoundation.org/tax-basics/property-tax/ https://www.milibraries.org/state-aid-to-libraries https:

Episode 27 Duck, Duck, Dragon! Feb 15, 2023 24:53 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “Who invented Sign Language” and “How do different countries celebrate Lunar New Year?” We also share an animal fact of the day and a classic book recommendation. To submit your own question go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Liz’s fact of the day, How to Speak Animal https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C905688 Jill’s book

Episode 26 POPCORN! Feb 1, 2023 26:47 Join Jill and Liz as they tackle the questions "Why do we eat popcorn at the movies?" and "How do tornadoes happen?" You can submit your own questions too! http://kdl.org/stump Or email us at Stumpthelibrarian@kdl.org Regarding Movie Popcorn: https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/why-do-we-eat-popcorn-at-the-movies-475063/ https://www.cretors.com Action!: how movies began McCarthy - Simon

Episode 25 My Nocturnal Gerbil Jan 18, 2023 28:37 Join Jill and Liz as they tackle questions about nocturnal animals from a Girl Scout Troop. To submit a question of your own go to KDL.org/stump. We can't wait to hear from you! Regarding Nocturnal Animals https://www.activewild.com/nocturnal-animals/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nocturnality Guess the Animal Sound Game | 12 Nocturnal Animal Sounds Quiz Regarding Polar Winter/Midnight Sun

Episode 24 Ice Cream Dream Jan 4, 2023 24:19 Join Jill and Liz as they answer the questions “How does a credit card work” and “How can I control my dreams?” We also share an ice cream fact of the day and a slightly spooky book recommendation. To submit your own question go to KDL.org/Stump. We can’t wait to hear from you! Fact of the day: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S174C889799 Book Recommendation: https://kdl.bibliocommons.com

Episode 23 SNOW Much Fun Dec 21, 2022 20:20 Join Jill and Liz as they answer questions from YOU, the listener. Today we are answering the questions “What is a down in football? and “How does different weather happen?” Check it out to see if you can stump us! Submit your own question at KDL.org/stump Regarding football: https://coachingkidz.com/what-is-a-down-in-football-everything-you-need-to-know/ https://operations.nfl.com/the-rules/nf

Crafting with Cat Hair Dec 7, 2022 27:40 Join Courtnei and Jill as they answer questions from YOU, the listener. Today we are answering the questions “What is the weirdest book you’ve seen?”, “How do I stay entertained in math class?”, and “Who invented books?” Check it out to see if you can stump us! Submit your own question at KDL.org/stump Regarding math class: https://www.thoughtco.com/why-math-seems-more-difficult-for-some-student

Episode 21- Falling?! Nov 23, 2022 27:48 Welcome to season three of Stump the Librarian! Join Courtnei and Jill as we tackle your toughest questions. Today we are answering the questions “How far do you have to travel in a space rocket before you lose gravity?” and “Why do kids keep growing but adults stop growing?” We’ll also discuss the mystery of why Emily is not joining us today! As always, check us out at KDL.org/stump and send in

Episode 20 - Puppets in the Blue Skies May 18, 2022 27:13 It’s the season finale of Stump the Librarian! The podcast where YOU the listener, attempt to Stump Librarians Courtnei and Emily, with a little help from the Librarian-behind-the-computer, Jill. Tune in this week to hear why the sky is so blue, how TVs work, and who were some of the oldest known puppeteers in Michigan. We will be back with season 3 after just a short break. In the meantime, subm

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