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Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible

The Natural Theology Project

183 episodes

Have you ever wondered why God made mosquitoes? How an axolotl can regrow parts of its body? If a snail is born with a shell? Or why an octopus has three hearts?

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Welcome to Nat Theo (Nat = Natural, Theo = Theology), a Bible-based nature and science podcast for curious kids and their families! Join Master Naturalist, Bible teacher, and author Eryn Lynum as we explore fascinating creatures, incredible science, and the truths of God’s Word.

Through engaging stories, surprising facts, and memorable nature lessons, children discover how creation points to its Creator. From tiny insects and backyard birds to capybaras, axolotls, dinosaurs, oceans, weather, space, and more, each episode helps families develop a biblical worldview while growing in faith and wonder.

Whether you homeschool or attend public, private, or Christian school, Nat Theo makes a fun and educational addition to your family’s week. It’s science rooted in Scripture, nature study filled with wonder, and biblical truth you can carry with you wherever they go.

The Natural Theology Project helps families nurture faith and wonder through Bible-based nature study, science curriculum, and the Nat Theo podcast.

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  1. Do Ostriches Bury Their Heads in the Sand? Lesson 115

    · 28 min · S1 E132

    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…

  2. Were All Dinosaurs Big? With Ken Ham

    · 26 min · S1 E131

    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.…

  3. Why Do Decorator Crabs Dress Up? Lesson 114

    · 27 min · S1 E132

    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…

  4. Can Moose Swim? Lesson 113

    · 28 min · S1 E130

    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: •…

  5. The Amazing Story of Cher Ami - with Real Cool History for Kids

    · 16 min · S1 E129

    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…

  6. How Hot Is the Sun? Lesson 112

    · 29 min · S1 E128

    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.…

  7. How Can Parrots Talk? Answering Curious Questions From Kids

    · 16 min · S1 E127

    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…

  8. How Do Water, Light, and Air Build Plants? Lesson 111

    · 33 min · S1 E126

    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…

  9. How Does God Water the Plants and Animals? Lesson 110

    · 31 min · S1 E125

    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…

  10. What Is Earth's Atmosphere For? Bonus Episode with Debbie Lawrence

    · 23 min · S1 E124

    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…

  11. What Is Light? Lesson 109

    · 32 min · S1 E123

    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…

  12. Can Water Bears Survive Space? Meet the Tardigrade! Lesson 108

    · 31 min · S1 E122

    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…

  13. Christmas Eve Special - A Very Imperfect Christmas Tree Story

    · 17 min · S1 E121

    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/…

  14. Why Does an Opossum Play Dead? Lesson 107

    · 25 min · S1 E120

    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…

  15. Why Do Axolotls Never Grow Up? Lesson 106

    · 26 min · S1 E119

    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:…

  16. Why Do Giraffes Have Spots? Lesson 105

    · 31 min · S1 E118

    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…

  17. How Do Wild Horses Stay Warm? Lesson 104

    · 27 min · S1 E117

    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.…

  18. Behind the Scenes at Nat Theo, a Wild Goal & Answering Listener Questions

    · 18 min · S1 E116

    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.…

  19. How Sharp Are a Lion's Teeth? Lesson 103

    · 29 min · S1 E115

    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…

  20. Can a Narwhal Get a Brain Freeze? - Lesson 102

    · 33 min · S1 E114

    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.”…

  21. Scuba Diving With Hammerhead Sharks - With Scientist Dr. Robert Carter

    · 28 min · S1 E113

    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…

  22. Is Coral a Plant or Animal? With Coral Ecologist Dr. Robert Carter - Lesson 101

    · 34 min · S1 E112

    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…

  23. Can Coyotes Ice Skate? - Lesson 100

    · 32 min · S1 E111

    Have you ever seen a coyote ice skating? Hear stories of real life coyote encounters and discover how God designed these amazing wild dogs to live in many habitats and raise their young (spoiler alert…they regurgitate…

  24. Why Do Capybara Eat Their Poop? Lesson 99

    · 27 min · S1 E110

    Discover God’s amazing design in the world’s largest rodent—the capybara! Meet this calm, expert swimmer with chisel-sharp teeth and learn how it points us to keep returning to the goodness of God’s Word again and…

  25. Do Cuttlefish Have a Jetpack? Lesson 98

    · 27 min · S1 E109

    Is a cuttlefish a cuddly fish? Meet a color-changing, quick-escaping cephalopod with a built-in jetpack. Discover how God designed the cuttlefish to survive in the ocean and what it teaches us about running from the…

  26. How Can Wildflowers Inspire Our Art? With Ruth Chou Simons

    · 30 min · S1 E108

    How can wildflowers inspire your art? Award-winning author and artist Ruth Chou Simons shares how God’s wildflowers inspire her work and art even in difficult seasons. Episode Links: • Order The Way of the…

  27. How Does God Clothe Wildflowers? With Ruth Chou Simons - Lesson 97

    · 35 min · S1 E107

    What does it mean that God clothes the wildflowers? Discover the fuzzy sweaters, waxy coats, purposeful colors, and variety of perfumes God clothed wildflowers in so they can fulfill his plans and purposes. Joining us…

  28. Why Do Beavers Have Orange Teeth? Lesson 96

    · 29 min · S1 E106

    Why do beavers work so hard building dams and lodges? Discover how God designed beavers just right for the tasks at hand, and what these natural engineers can teach us about our work. Here’s our trail map: • What…

  29. Does God Make Thunderstorms? Lesson 95

    · 26 min · S1 E105

    Thunderstorms can be both frightening and beautiful. Today we explore God’s designs in the atmosphere and weather systems, and discover God’s power and protection in storms. Here’s our trail map: • What Is the…

  30. Is a Giant Panda Really a Bear? Lesson 94

    · 27 min · S1 E104

    Is a Giant Panda actually a bear? Discover the amazing ways God designed the Giant Panda to live, thrive, and munch on an amazing amount of bamboo each day! Here’s our trail map: • Is a Panda Really a Bear? • Do…

  31. Is a Snail Born With a Shell? Lesson 93

    · 27 min · S1 E103

    Have you ever wondered how snails have babies, if they're born with shells, or why snails are so slimy? Discover God’s amazing designs in these little creatures that are probably crawling around your yard right now!…

  32. How Are Alligators and Crocodiles Different? Lesson 92

    · 26 min · S1 E102

    What makes alligators and crocodiles different—and what can their powerful jaws teach us about our words? Join us as we explore God’s design in these amazing creatures and uncover a surprising connection between…

  33. Why Do Pika Pick Flowers? Lesson 91

    · 28 min · S1 E101

    Meet one of the cutest creatures God made—the pika! This tiny mountain mammal lives high up in the tundra and teaches us big lessons about preparing for hard seasons so we can live and thrive in God’s plans and…

  34. Sharks, Octopuses, Owls & Magnetic Cells! Answering Listeners' Curious Questions

    · 16 min · S1 E100

    What do shark fins, magnet-powered cells, animal bruises, fur, octopus moms, and owl necks all have in common? They’re questions curious kids like you asked—and we’re answering them in this special episode. These…

  35. How Is a Sea Otter Like a Pool Noodle? Lesson 90

    · 31 min · S1 E99

    It seems impossible to watch an otter and not smile. God designed river and sea otters in amazing and playful ways. Join biologist Jill Smith and Eryn Lynum as we discover what makes otters so amazing! Here’s our…

  36. Why Does a Platypus Lay Eggs? Lesson 89

    · 24 min · S1 E98

    Platypuses have been called the strangest animal on earth, but is it true? Discover this amazing creature with its duck-like bill, beaver-like tail, otter-like webbed feet, reptile-like claws, snake-like venom, and…

  37. What Is Lava Made Of? Lesson 88

    · 24 min · S1 E97

    Explore the world of lava—what it is, where it comes from, and how God uses volcanoes to show His incredible power and unshakeable love! Here’s our trail map: • What is Lava Made Of? • How Are Igneous Rocks Made? •…

  38. Can a Mantis Shrimp Really Punch Through Glass? Lesson 87

    · 28 min · S1 E96

    What do you get when you mix the colors of a peacock, the eyes of a chameleon, the punch of a boxer, and the shell of a crab? Meet the Peacock Mantis Shrimp—a creature so unique, scientists are studying it to…

  39. Finding Fossils and Creating a Nature Museum - With David Rives

    · 32 min · S1 E95

    Do you have a nature collection? Have you ever had or held a fossil? David Rives of David Rives Ministries joins us to share his adventures in fossil finding and how his collection turned into one of the largest…

  40. Is the Praying Mantis Really Praying? Lesson 86

    · 26 min · S1 E94

    With its folded front legs and watchful eyes, the praying mantis looks like it's deep in prayer—but is it really? In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of the mantis: from its amazing hunting skills and…

  41. What Is a Killdeer and Why Does It Fake a Broken Wing? Lesson 85

    · 28 min · S1 E93

    Why would a bird pretend to be hurt? Meet the clever killdeer—a ground-nesting bird with amazing tricks to protect its eggs! Discover how it uses camouflage, fake injuries, and even scent-hiding strategies. Plus, learn…

  42. Where Do Ants Get Their Super Strength? Lesson 84

    · 30 min · S1 E92

    Have you ever wondered what’s really going on inside an anthill—or how ants can carry things way heavier than themselves? Discover how God designed ants to work together like a tiny, efficient team—and what their super…

  43. What Makes Electric Eels So Shocking? Lesson 83

    · 23 min · S1 E91

    Dive into the amazing world of electric eels: what they really are (spoiler—they’re not true eels!), how their special electric organs work, and how they use electricity to hunt and protect themselves in the rivers of…

  44. Why Are Eels One of Science’s Greatest Mysteries? Lesson 82

    · 33 min · S1 E90

    The eel has puzzled scientists since before Jesus lived on earth. Discover this mysterious creature and the questions scientists have been asking about it for over 2,000 years. Here’s our trail map: • Are All Eels…

  45. Science Isn't Settled: Telling God’s Story Through Science Media - With the Science Dilemma Team

    · 31 min · S1 E89

    What is it like asking strangers on the street about faith and science? How does someone's worldview affect how they see science? What does it mean that the science isn't settled? Allan C. Pereira and Jeffrey Singer…

  46. How Do Weeds Grow if You Don’t Plant Them? Lesson 81

    · 27 min · S1 E88

    Have you ever wondered where weeds come from if nobody plants them? And are they really all bad? In this lesson, we’ll dig into the surprising story of weeds—why they grow, what they do, and how we can care for God’s…

  47. Why Do Elephants Squeak? Lesson 80

    · 27 min · S1 E87

    Elephants don’t only make loud trumpeting sounds, they also rumble and squeak! Discover how elephants are excellent vocalists, reaching around five octaves more than a human voice can. Here’s our trail map: • How Is…

  48. What Is the Most Venomous Snake? Lesson 79

    · 28 min · S1 E86

    Are snakes creepy or cool? Whatever you feel about snakes, you can be in awe of the amazing snake designs we’re exploring today! Here’s our trail map: • Why Do Snakes Not Have Feet? • Why Do Snakes Shed Their Skin? •…

  49. How Do Tadpoles Turn Into Toads? Lesson 78

    · 25 min · S1 E85

    Have you ever found a tadpole in the water or a toad crawling in the grass? How exactly does a tadpole grow into a toad? Here’s our trail map: • What Is the Difference Between a Toad and Frog? • How Are Tadpoles…

  50. Lights, Camera, Marmot, Moose: Behind the Scenes in Wildlife TV With Peter Schriemer of Hike & Seek

    · 31 min · S1 E84

    Have you ever wondered what it's like to be on TV—surrounded not by lights and makeup, but by marmots and moose? Join us for a wild behind-the-scenes adventure with Peter Schriemer, host of Hike & Seek, as he shares…

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