How Do Woodpeckers Keep from Hurting Their Heads?

Woodpeckers withstand repeated pecking because their impacts are extremely brief and their small brains experience lower pressure changes than a much larger brain would. Newer research also shows that their skulls act as stiff hammers rather than shock absorbers! Curious Kids Every Day is a daily, interactive podcast that respects your child's intelligence and curiosity. I created this to be a show I would be happy to have my kids listen to. Five Reasons to join the Curious Kids Club! SupportCuriousKids.com Your curious kids get a shout out on their birthdays! Ad-Free Podcast Feed Activity sheets for every new episode of the show Weekly episode schedule so you know what topics are coming up Weekly newsletters so you never miss anything! Submit a question for the show: CuriousKidsEveryDay.com Store: CuriousKidsEveryDay.com/store