Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
Bedtime History is a series of educational, relaxing stories for kids and families. Learn about inspirational characters such as Jackie Robinson, Sacajawea, Neil Armstrong, and Maya Angelou. Other topics include space exploration, current events, and great feats of engineering such as The Transcontinental Railroad.
Our Editor's Take
The podcast Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families makes storytime easy. Breck, a father of four, is the host of this bedtime series. With a love of history, Breck used to tell his children stories that he liked learning about. As he saw how much they enjoyed them, he made these stories accessible to all parents.
Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families began in 2016. The podcast series starts with the inspiring tale of Neil Armstrong. Breck tells everything a kid would want to learn about this famous astronaut. Armstrong wanted to be a pilot when he was growing up, and what it meant to have a pilot's license at 16. He reveals how borrowing his neighbor's telescope ignited Neil's passion for space. Breck explains everything in a slow and clear way so kids can follow. Sound effects also help to bring the story to life.
There's a podcast story to capture the imagination of every kid. Dinosaur fans will love learning about Dippy the Dinosaur. For kids that love mysteries, “The Lost City of Atlantis” is the tale for them. Budding scientists will enjoy discovering the story behind microbiologist Anthony Van Leeuwenhoek. Kids will discover inspiring people, from Louis Braille to mathematician Sophie Germain. Plus, young adventurers can travel to the seven wonders of the natural world at bedtime!
The podcast tells the story of fascinating characters in history. It helps kids imagine all they can do when they grow up. They might want to care for the planet like the conservationist Rachel Carson. They could work to win the Nobel Peace Prize like Desmond Tutu. Or they could follow the path of the innovative scientists who created the smallpox vaccine.
Most episodes of Bedtime History are about 12 minutes long. As any parent knows, this is an ideal length to capture a child's attention. Listening to an audio series at bedtime can provide a moment of mindfulness for the whole family. It offers a great way to educate children about magical moments in history. Parents and kids alike may enjoy this podcast.
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