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America's Heartland

Episode 10

Season 17 Episode 1710 | 26m 46s

Mandarin farmers explain why this tiny, easy-to-peel fruit is exploding in popularity. Visit a lettuce and herb farm that grows just about “everything in a salad.” We’ll show you how to make a popular Greek recipe, Spanakopita with Tzatziki sauce. Meet a multi-generational family in Iowa growing soybeans.

Aired: 06/30/23
Funding for America’s Heartland is provided by US Soy, Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education, Rural Development Partners, and a Specialty Crop Grant from the California Department of Food and Agriculture.
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Watch as Daniel and O the Owl embark on an out-of-this-world journey filled with learning, and fun.
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My Fish Tank Gameplay
Relax and unwind with Daniel as he watches the fish!
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At the Dentist Gameplay
Get ready for the best dentist visit ever with Daniel and Dino.
Clip: 7:02
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My Bedtime Gameplay
Everyone in the neighborhood has a special bedtime routine!
Clip: 8:53
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Explore and look closely at many things in the Enchanted Garden along with Daniel Tiger.
Clip: 13:47
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You can be a helper along with Daniel's classmates by caring for and cleaning up the classroom.
Clip: 4:00
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Learn along with Daniel Tiger about all the sights and sounds of different bathrooms.
Clip: 5:54
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Build a Boat Gameplay
Put your creative skills to the test and build a boat with Daniel Tiger and Ana Platypus!
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