The Saturday Splash for Kids

Nature | Kids | Silly | Learn The Saturday Splash dives into the rivers, ponds and leaf piles of London to celebrate the amazing nature on our doorstep. With guests from silly scientists to talkative teenagers, the Saturday Splash hopes to inspire families and the local community to care for nature and have fun outdoors. From stories to challenges, experiments to games; each week delivers an engaging jam-packed show to start the weekend off right and learn something new. Rosie is a children’s presenter, educational professional and all round-nature-nerd who loves to share her love for animals, plants and the great outdoors with everyone. Rosie is always looking to hear from local schools, scientists and general nature-enthusiasts to join her in the studio. Get in touch if you’d like to find out more.

Christmas Dinosaurs

Which types of dinosaurs would be best at helping you wrap presents? And which will be the guest of honour at your festive meal? Find out more with fossil expert Kieran!

12-20
29:40

Festive Animal Farts

Just in time for the Brussels sprout season, we are joined by the incredible children's author and scientist Dr Dani Rabaiotti where we discover the fragrant world of animal farts!

12-17
33:24

Dolphin: True or Poo

Do baby dolphins have mustaches? Are dolphins only found in oceans? Join special guests Mia and Ellie as they quiz this week's expert: Dolphin Dave.

11-19
31:47

Why do the leaves change colour in autumn?

What is happening to the plants around us as we head into autumn and winter? Experts Ana Claudia and Neil talk us through the science featuring special guest Darrell!

11-13
34:12

Spooky Animal Quiz

Do you know your creepy creatures? Test yourself with this gruesome nature spooky quiz!

10-29
31:35

Fearsome Fossils

We speak to fossil expert and Halloween enthusiast Kieran to find out his top three fearsome creatures that ever lived!

10-22
32:38

Spooky Seas

Giant Isopods. Zombie Worms. Vampire Squid. What more could you want? 

10-08
34:52

Bat Night

We are going on a bat walk! We are going to find a big one! We're not scared - what a beautiful sound of echolocation. Join our adventure with co-host Amelie and Bat Expert Steph!

08-24
34:27

Kids in Space

What would happen if you put a nine year old at the helm of a radio studio spaceship? Find out with special guest Captain Ellie and Science Officer Dhara!

07-19
32:09

Shark Parts

What do a cookie cutter and a shoe have to do with sharks? Find out more and test yourself with special sharky guests Emilie and Oscar!

07-04
26:52

Big Bug Bonanza!

How many spots does a 14-spot lady bird have? And how can you tell leaf insect poo from leaf insects eggs? Find out more about insects from the UK to Australia with special guest Tarryn!

06-25
30:13

Top 5 Ocean Creatures - Splash around the UK

Fasten your seatbelts as Captain Rosie takes us on an adventure around the UK and we discover her top 5 ocean creatures! 

06-11
25:20

Dinosaur - True or Poo!

We are celebrating Dinosaur Day with a good old fashioned game of True or Poo, with Anjali, Iyla and Dylan!

05-14
25:22

City Nature Challenge!

We hear from Abi and Victor on how you can discover nature in your local city, share what you find with scientists and take part in challenges near you!

05-08
27:36

Dragons or Penguins?

Who's poo can you see from space? Who needs to hide from the parents so they don't get eaten? And who can do the best King Penguin impression? With Andy, Zach, Nathaniel and Judge Jude.  

04-23
32:29

Bats vs. Pterosaurs

Who will spread their wings the widest and be crowned rulers of the sky? With Steph (team bat) and Kieran (team pterosaur) and special guest judges Skye, Harrison and Danii!

04-18
38:33

Plants Under Pressure

Can plants fly, kill and use the world wide web? Ana Claudia and Neil challenge us to rethink what we thought we knew about plants.

04-15
32:47

March Nature News Round Up

Good nature news stories from March 2022.

04-15
20:25

Superheros x Frogs

Which frogs would you put in your superhero team?

04-15
24:22

Lights, Camera, Science with Dr Marla and Miles

Mother and son science duo join us for a live science investigation for British Science Week.

04-15
27:00

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