Squiz Kids

Today, we’re revisiting what challenges Santa faces every Christmas Eve, how science might explain the magic behind Santa’s tricks, and why a little Christmas magic can inspire big ideas. So, grab your jingle bells and a mug of hot chocolate, and let’s get started! For the full episode transcript, ⁠click here⁠.

You can ⁠watch the episode on YouTube⁠. In this Squiz Kids Science Short, Christie explains how massive ships and heavy logs can float using simple science, a bath-time discovery by Archimedes, and a hands-on clay experiment you can try at home. Got a science question you’re curious about? Email it to us at [email protected], or drop it in the comments.

It’s time for a Bumper Kids v Adults Holiday S’Quiz — and this one is all about Gadgets, Gears and Gigabytes. From ancient inventions like wheels, boats and aqueducts, to Moon landings, video games, barcodes and electric cars, this quiz puts human ingenuity to the test. Kids face ten invention-themed questions, adults tackle ten trickier ones, and only one side can take the crown. So, fire up those brain cells, and see who really knows their stuff — kids or adults? For the full episode transcript, click here.

Pop the popcorn and grab your choc-top — our Summer School Holiday Movie Guide is here! We run you through eight must-see movies hitting cinemas these holidays, from talking animals and racing mice to witches, ghost pirates, giant pumpkins and underwater adventures. Perfect for kids aged 8–12 and their grown-ups, this episode helps families choose what to watch, what ages each movie suits, and which ones are worth lining up for, including a few exciting Boxing Day and New Year releases. Lights down… let’s hit the movies! 🎥✨

He’s very busy. He’s at the North Pole. And he’s picked up the phone 📞🎅 In this very special Squiz Kids Q+A, Christie chats with Santa Claus as he answers questions sent in by kids from all over Australia (and a few from overseas too!). Does delivering presents in one night ever get stressful? Has Santa ever accidentally woken a child? And how does he get around the world before breakfast? With clever elves, flying reindeer, Christmas magic and plenty of ho ho hos, this festive episode is full of curiosity, kindness and Christmas cheer. Pop on your Santa hat — let’s go! 🎄🎧