Sid's Winter Adventures and Celebrations

Sid the Science Kid explores the concept of temperature and cold weather as he prepares for a family trip to Minnesota during the holidays. He learns about measuring temperature with thermometers and conducts a survey with friends about their cold experiences. Sid's excitement for the holidays is evident as he shares family traditions and engages in pretend play. His grandma shares a snowy story, and Sid imagines a winter room to experience snow anytime. The episode concludes with a promotion of the PBS Kids website.

What are the three holidays Sid's family celebrates?

• Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa

• Christmas, Easter, Diwali

• Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter

• Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa

Why is Sid concerned about visiting Minnesota for the holidays?

• He doesn't like the food there.

• He is afraid of flying.

• He prefers warm weather and is worried about the cold.

• He doesn't want to miss school.

What does Sid's family plan to do in Minnesota?

• Go to a beach

• Celebrate holidays with Aunt Irene

• Attend a concert

• Visit a theme park

What did May do when she felt really cold after swimming?

• She drank hot chocolate.

• She bundled up in a warm towel.

• She went back into the pool.

• She sat by a heater.

What did Gerald experience when he went sledding in the mountains?

• He felt really cold.

• He got lost.

• He felt very hot.

• He got sunburned.

What tool does Teacher Susie use to measure temperature?

• A ruler

• A thermometer

• A barometer

• A compass

What happens to the red line on a thermometer when it is placed in something warm?

• It stays the same.

• It disappears.

• It goes down.

• It goes up.

What did Sid learn about staying warm in cold weather?

• To wear lots of warm clothes.

• To stay indoors all the time.

• To avoid going to cold places.

• To drink cold water.

What is Sid's big idea for enjoying winter anytime?

• A virtual reality winter game

• A snow-making machine

• A trip to the North Pole

• A winter room that can create snow

What does Sid hope to do in the snow in Minnesota?

• Build a sandcastle

• Make a snowman and a snow fort

• Ride a bicycle

• Go swimming