Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible

Why do kangaroos hop? Can they walk? Do all kangaroos have pouches, and what are they for? Discover God’s wild and wonderful design in kangaroos and how they’re designed to move forward—never backward. Here’s our trail map: Do All Kangaroos Have Pouches? Why Do Kangaroos Hop? Can Kangaroos Jump Backward? How Does God Help Us Move Forward in Faith? Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible a...

How much does a black bear eat each day? Do flamingos fly? And why does a giraffe have hooves? Curious questions from you listeners guide us into God's wild and wonderful world on this special kid-made episode! Episode Links: Explore Apologia's award-winning science courses and curriculum at: https://www.apologia.com/ Episodes Mentioned: Lesson 23: Bears Don't Hibernate — 4 Cool Ways God Designed...

Dung beetles do more than roll poop—they roll it straight while walking backward in the dark. How? Meet the scientists who answered that question—using beetles, moonlight, and tiny cardboard hats. Here’s our trail map: Why Do Dung Beetles Roll Piles of Poop? Why Do Dung Beetles Collect Dung? How Is a Dung Beetle Like a Tiny Beetle Astronomer? How Can We Use God’s Word to Find Our Way? Eryn's Books...

Why do ostriches not fly? And is it true ostriches bury their heads in sand when they are scared? Discover how God designed ostriches—the largest bird on earth—with pogo stick legs and feathery eyelashes, and what ostriches can teach us about facing our fears head on. Here’s our trail map: Why Don’t Ostriches Fly? How Is an Ostrich Like a Pogo Stick? Do Ostriches Bury Their Heads in the Sand? How...

We know about massive dinosaurs, but how small were the smallest dinosaurs? Did dinosaurs swim and fly? Ken Ham, the founder of Answers in Genesis, joins us as we discover God’s wild and wonderful designs in dinosaurs. Episode Links: Dinosaurs for Kids: https://www.masterbooks.com/dinosaurs-for-kids-hardback-single Dinosaurs of Eden: https://www.masterbooks.com/dinosaurs-of-eden-revised-hardback-s...

Why do decorator crabs dress up? Are they trying to be fancy, or do their costumes serve a purpose? Do they use duct tape or hot glue to stick slimy seaweed and prickly urchins to their shells? Learn how and why decorator crabs decorate themselves and what their elaborate outfits teach us about our own appearances. Here’s our trail map: Why Do Decorator Crabs Dress Up? How Do Decorator Crabs Stick...

Can a massive moose swim through water? And what are their giant antlers for? Discover one of the largest land animals in North America and what they can teach us about being good listeners. Here’s our trail map: Is a Moose a Big Deer? Can Moose Swim? Why Do Moose Have Massive Antlers? How Can We Listen Well For God’s Voice? Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us Ab...

How did God use a pigeon save lives during World War I? Discover the incredible story of Cher Ami, a pigeon who saved the lives of almost 200 soldiers. Angela O’Dell shares this story from the Real Cool History for Kids Podcast. Join the adventure and discover more amazing stories in history told from a biblical worldview: https://angelaodell.com/real-cool-history-for-kids-home-page/

Besides light and warmth, what is so special about the sun? Discover how God Set the Stage for life when he placed the sun at the center of our solar system, and how this solar design reflects his faithfulness to us. Here’s our trail map: What Is the Sun and How Does it Rise? How Hot is the Sun? How Does the Sun Hold Our Solar System Together? How Does the Sun Help Us Spend Our Time Well? Eryn's B...

Can elephants swim? Do turtles make noise? Why is milk not the color of a cow? We are answering curious questions from listeners and discovering how curiosity helps us explore God's wild and wonderful world. Episode Links: America’s Story: American History Homeschool Curriculum from a Biblical worldview: https://www.masterbooks.com/americas-story-series Explore all of Master Books Christ-centered...

Do we need plants to live? Why did God fill the earth with plants before making creatures and people? Discover how God builds plants from air, and uses those plants to clean the air around us! and how seeds grow and spread to fill earth with tasty, useful, and life-giving plants. Here’s our trail map: How Do Water, Light, and Air Build Plants? How Is Fruit Made? Why Is Earth Full of Plants? How Ca...

We enjoy water everyday, but how much of Earth’s water can we actually drink? And where does it come from? Discover how God set the stage for life when he created bodies of fresh water. We’ll visit Psalm 104 to see how God shaped mountains, valleys, and springs to care for his creatures, then dive into groundwater and underground aquifers to learn how water moves beneath our feet. Finally, we meet...

What is the atmosphere and how does it keep us alive? Discover how God Set the Stage for life by carefully engineering the sky and air around and above us. Travel through the five layers of the atmosphere and discover how God carefully protects us through his design of waters above and below. Episode Links: God's Design for Heaven & Earth: https://www.masterbooks.com/gods-design-for-heaven-ear...

We see and use light every day, but have you ever wondered what is light? Why can we see colors? And how did God use light at the very beginning? We’re exploring how light travels in waves and photons, why objects bounce colors into our eyes, and even how creatures glow using living light (bioluminescence) and reflective light (biofluorescence). We’ll hear how in Genesis 1:1-5 God said, “Let there...

What is a water bear? And how does it survive space travel? Discover a microscopic animal that might be the toughest creature on earth: the tardigrade! Here’s our trail map: If a Water Bear Isn’t a Bear, What Is It? How Does a Tardigrade Grow Up? How Is a Tardigrade the Toughest Animal on Earth? How Does God Help Us Endure Hard Things? Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation...

In this listener favorite re-release episode, enjoy our family's favorite Christmas storybook, Why Christmas Tree's Aren't Perfect. See our Ponderosa pine Christmas tree: https://www.instagram.com/p/DDXP83NRggm/ Order your copy of Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect: https://www.amazon.com/Why-Christmas-Trees-Arent-Perfect/dp/1501825836 Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect was read and recorded with...

Why do opossums play dead, and how tiny are their babies? Why does an opossum’s eyes glow at night? Discover God’s design in North America’s only marsupial, the opossum! Here’s our trail map: Why Do Opossums Have Pouches? How Small Is an Opossum Baby? Why Does an Opossum Play Dead? Did Jesus Actually Die On the Cross, and Why? Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us...

Why do adult axolotls look young? And how exactly do axolotls regrow body parts? We are diving deep into axolotl DNA and discovering how God designed these magnificent and mysterious amphibians. Here’s our trail map: Are There Still Axolotls in the Wild? How Do Axolotls Regrow Body Parts? Why Do Axolotls Never Grow Up? How Can We Grow Up In God? Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and...

Why do giraffes have spots, and do those spots serve a purpose? Why are giraffes so tall, and do they get dizzy when they stand up? And how does being the tallest land animal help keep themselves and other animals on the savanna safe? Discover God’s amazing design in giraffes and how they show us excellent engineering in nature. Here’s our trail map: Does a Giraffe Get Dizzy? What Do Giraffes Teac...

How do wild horses find food and stay warm in winter? Discover God’s designs in domestic and wild horses. Uncover the secrets to their strength and how horse power points us to the much greater power of our Creator.   Here’s our trail map: How Did God Design Horses to be Strong? Did God Make Horses to Help Humans? How Do Wild Horses Stay Warm? Should People Trust In Horses? Eryn's Books:...

What is it like in the Nat Theo studio? Are there monkeys swinging around, tanks of exotic fish, or fancy lighting? We're going behind the scenes and sharing what it's like (and what it takes) to make Nat Theo happen. We are also sharing an exciting goal for 2026 and inviting you on the adventure! Finally, we are answering questions from curious listeners. Give a one-time or monthly gift. Every gi...

Have you ever wondered how sharp a lion’s teeth are? Or why lions have to hunt and how do they do it? Discover God’s designs in lions including how they work together in prides, care for lion cubs, and what they can teach us about God’s grace in a fallen world. Here’s our trail map: Where Do Lions Live? How Do Lions Raise Families Together? How Sharp Are Lion’s Teeth? How Can We Glimpse God’s Good...

Have you ever heard of the “Unicorn of the Sea”? Discover how the narwhal inspired the unicorn myth, why its long tusk is so special, and what happens when this Arctic whale faces danger and experiences “brain freeze.” Just like narwhals can panic when threatened, we can feel overwhelmed too—but God gives us peace and clear minds as we trust Him. Here’s our trail map: Are Narwhals Unicorns of the...

What is it like hovering in the water above countless hammerhead sharks? Or raising baby corals in aquariums? Or scuba diving at night beneath the moonlight? Dr. Robert Carter from Creation Ministries International shares what it’s like (and what it takes!) to honor God as a scientist and professional diver on this special guest episode. Eryn's Books: The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creatio...

Is coral a plant or animal? Discover the incredible ways God designed coral to build itself and create entire underwater communities. Joining us is coral ecologist Dr. Robert Carter who works with Creation Ministries International. Let’s dive in and learn about these amazing mystery creatures! Here’s our trail map: What Is a Coral? How is a Coral Different From a Coral Reef? How Does a Coral Build...