Fatherhood 2020 Podcasts for the Parents and Kids
Top Podcasts For Kids
As screen time concerns rise, parents are looking elsewhere to find a solution to keep their kids engaged. Podcasts can help, but it does require a certain amount of focus to get the most out of the experiences. Not only do podcasts help cut-down on your kids’ screen time, they’re an excellent alternative to get you and your kids excited about learning something new together. Listening to podcasts is a great way for your kids to stimulate their senses and dive into a new form of entertainment.
I’m worried that my kids view podcasts as an older people activity, however, I’ve been challenging their view by introducing amazing podcasts to them.
#1: NPR’s Wow in the World Podcast
Ready to dig inside the cool world of science and technology? Hosted by Mindy Thomas and Guy Ruz, NPR’s Wow in the World Podcast is the way to go. This podcast covers the latest stories in science and technology which will keep your kids engaged and allow them to learn new things daily!
#2: Sesame Street Podcast
Sesame Street is a great podcast to get your kids engaged with their favorite characters. This podcast features the furry and loveable Muppets of Sesame Street, Elmo, Abby, Cookie Monster and Grover. This podcast covers all topics ranging from friendship, patience, and the benefits of sharing. Enjoy new episodes every Monday with your kids!
#3: Noodle Loaf Podcast
Looking for an interactive music themed podcast? Noodle Loaf is the one for you and your kids! This podcast helps bring learning through the art of singing and dancing. If your kids like to sing and dance, this is the perfect podcast to get them moving.
#4: The Story Store
The Story Store podcast is run by CBC Kids hosts Mr. Orlando the Moose and Gary the Unicorn and every Story Store episode features incredible new performers for story-telling. This podcast takes stories from real listeners and turns them into podcast episodes, so if your child wants to submit your own, you can!
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#5: Story Time by Bedtime FM
This podcast is the perfect way to introduce storytelling to your kids. Story Time has lots of amazing stories that can be listened to during the daytime or being headed to bed. This podcast is perfect for children over the age of 2.
#6: The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel
If your kids are into serial mystery stories, The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel is the perfect podcast for them. It is a scripted podcast for middle graders, performed by other children. It is perfect for children between the ages of 8-12 years old. Listen along with your kids as eleven-year-old Mars Patel and his friends experience crazy adventures together.
Which podcast will you introduce your kids to? Let us know!