In the episode “Getting a Shot: You Can Do It!” from the PBS kids series “Sid the Science Kid,” Sid and his friends learn the basic science behind germs, viruses and vaccines using age-appropriate vocabulary and scientific concepts that have become a hallmark of the series. “’Sid the Science Kid’ explores the science behind the everyday experiences of a preschooler and we know that getting a shot can be scary for many children,” said Lisa Henson, CEO of The Jim Henson Company. “This special episode is an opportunity for us to help kids understand why they are getting a shot while providing parents and caregivers with helpful resources to handle this important issue.” Watch the full episode here, and watch more “Sid the Science Kid” online here. “Sid the Science Kid” airs Monday through Friday at 9am on THIRTEEN.
Video: “Sid the Science Kid” Gets Flu Vaccination
Monday, November 16th, 2009
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