Leaves Are Weird!

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Leaves Are Weird!

2026

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Animation

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Overview

Learn about the incredible process of photosynthesis from a professional botanist, a puppet, and a leaf! Thank you to everyone who helped make this project happen.

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6 featured cast members

Starring

Ayden Foster

Herbert the Snail Voice

Mar Nester

Herbert the Snail Puppeteer

Dr. Suman Neupane

Himself

Stuart Sipahigil

Host of Cell Biology Show

Cameron Stewardson

Legs 1

Jack Dudeck

Foot 4

Creative team

Directed by: Mar Nester
Written by: Mar Nester

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