Why Does Liquid Stay in a Straw?
Curious Kids Every Day: A Daily Educational Podcast

Why Does Liquid Stay in a Straw?

Mar 15, 2026
10:30
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In today's episode, we figure out why liquid can stay inside a straw when you cover the top with your finger, and why it falls out the moment you let air back in. It's all about air pressure! 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! Want to submit a question for the show? Go to CuriousKidsEveryDay.com! I'll also send you a free printable with activity ideas that don't involve screens. Those are the best kinds of adventures to have!

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Curious Kids Every Day
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