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Brains On! What Makes Cute Things Cute?

Think of the cutest puppy, kitten or baby you’ve ever seen. Now what sound did you just make?

Was it an “Awwwww?” Or did you want to pinch, bite or squeeze it? In this episode, we’ll find out why this is a natural reaction to cute and why we’re so easily distracted by cute things.

 

Brains On! is an award-winning audio show for kids and families from American Public Media.


Brains On!
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Evolution, Psychology
K-6, Middle School
4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

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Brains On! What Makes Cute Things Cute?

Think of the cutest puppy, kitten or baby you’ve ever seen. Now what sound did you just make?

Was it an “Awwwww?” Or did you want to pinch, bite or squeeze it? In this episode, we’ll find out why this is a natural reaction to cute and why we’re so easily distracted by cute things.

 

Brains On! is an award-winning audio show for kids and families from American Public Media.

Brains On!
Science Topics
Evolution, Psychology
K-6, Middle School
4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade

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