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Why Does Time Go Slow for Kids But Fast for Adults? | The Mind-Blowing Science Explained

Why Does Time Go Slow for Kids But Fast for Adults? | The Mind-Blowing Science Explained

Update: 2025-12-03
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Ever wonder why summer holidays feel endless when you're a kid, but adults say the years fly by? Join host Andy on this fascinating science adventure as we explore one of nature's biggest mysteries - why time feels different as we grow older!

This educational kids podcast episode combines fun facts with real brain science to help children learn about memory, perception, and how our minds work. Perfect for homeschooling families, parents looking for quality educational content, and curious kids who love to learn about science and nature.

What Kids Will Learn

  • Brain science facts: How our internal clock works and why it's so unreliable
  • Memory and learning: Why new experiences create stronger memories
  • The nature of time: Understanding how we measure change in the world around us
  • Psychology for kids: How emotions affect our perception of time
  • Fun science concepts: The "pizza theory" of life and time fractions
  • Practical tips: How to make time feel fuller and create lasting family memories

Perfect for Homeschooling and Family Learning

This episode offers parents and educators a fun, engaging way to teach kids about:

  • Science concepts in everyday life
  • Critical thinking and observation skills
  • Mindfulness and attention practices
  • Memory formation and brain function
  • The nature of human perception

Educational Fun Facts Covered

  • Why routine days feel shorter than adventure-filled days
  • How your brain acts like a time machine
  • The science behind why "time flies when you're having fun"
  • Why new experiences are so important for kids and families
  • How memory affects our perception of time passing
  • The mathematical reason each year feels proportionally shorter

Interactive Learning: Quiz Included

Kids can test their knowledge with three fun science questions at the end, making this perfect for family listening and homeschool science lessons.

Why Parents and Kids Love The Curious Kidcast

  • Educational content that's actually fun for kids ages 7-11
  • Science made accessible and entertaining for children
  • Perfect for family car rides, homeschooling, or bedtime learning
  • Encourages curiosity and questions about nature and science
  • Kid-friendly humor that keeps young learners engaged
  • Quality educational podcast parents can trust

Discussion Questions for Families and Homeschoolers

  • What's the longest day you can remember? What made it feel so long?
  • Can you think of a "first time" experience you had recently?
  • What new things could we try as a family to create more memories?
  • How does time feel different at school versus during holidays?
  • What family traditions help mark special moments in our year?

Subscribe for More Kids Science & Learning Fun

The Curious Kidcast answers the questions that make kids' brains do cartwheels! From nature and science to history and the world around us, we make learning fun for the whole family.

New episodes weekly - Subscribe now so your kids never miss an adventure in learning!

Have a Question?

Does your child have a curious question about science, nature, or how the world works? We'd love to hear it! Visit curiouskidcast.com to submit questions for future episodes.

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Why Does Time Go Slow for Kids But Fast for Adults? | The Mind-Blowing Science Explained

Why Does Time Go Slow for Kids But Fast for Adults? | The Mind-Blowing Science Explained

Andy Irving