Dorktales Podcast: Episode 95
Rapunzel’s Hopscotch Hypothesis
Scientific Problem-Solving
Mr. Redge starts acting strange after a mysterious encounter in the garden. Jonathan grows worried because his best hedgehog friend has lost interest in their day of adventure. To solve this mystery, Jonathan asks his STEM princess friend Rapunzel for help. What could be causing Redge’s unusual behavior? With her love for science, Rapunzel proposes a hypothesis and sets up a hopscotch experiment to get to the root of Redge’s strange behavior. Will they solve the mystery and hop Redge back into his energetic, fun-loving self?
PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: Our STEM princess returns in “Rapunzel’s Hopscotch Hypothesis,” where the power of curiosity, teamwork, and scientific problem-solving takes center stage. Through a fun and imaginative tale, this episode offers kids a chance to reflect on how they approach challenges, work with others, and explore the world around them. (Aligns with CASEL Social and Emotional learning framework)
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Podcast Episode Credits
Narration, Voice Over and Podcast Host: Jonathan Cormur
Voice of Rapunzel: Melissa Victor
Scriptwriter: Melissa Victor
Editor and Show Producer: Molly Murphy
Sound Production, Audio Editing and Mastering: Jermaine Hamilton
Podcast Episode Illustration: Arthur Lin
Title Design and Layout: Jeri DeMartini
If you enjoyed this story with Rapunzel, you may also enjoy our reimagined Rapunzel tale in episode 43, Rapunzel, Rapunzel, Let Down Your Science Experiment.