Check this out! Podcast4kids
A podcast series for kids where we explore interesting people, places, ponderings and past moments from history that shape the world around us. Listen to 5-25 minute episodes for fun facts, interactive celebrations of knowledge, and cool takeaways. Appropriate for elementary aged kids (5-12 years old) Hosted by Amy Contreras, featuring her daughter Cece Amy has a BA of History from the University of Arizona and has spent her career in corporate Learning & Development, working at global organizations such as Uber, LinkedIn, and more. Check this out! Podcast4kids covers topics such as historical figures, historical events, history questions, and more.
Episodes
In this out of this world episode of the Check This Out! hosts Cece & her mom Amy explore the life and legacy of Dr. Mae Carol Jemison, the first African American woman to travel to space. Learn about childhood in Chicago, her early love of science, how she graduated high school at only 16, and her journey to Stanford and Cornell. Plus learn about her background that led to her becoming an astronaut like her me...
In the newest episode of "Check This Out! Podcast for Kids," hosts Cece and Amy celebrate International Women’s Day (a little late) with a fast-paced lightning round about eight remarkable women: Simone Biles, Misty Copeland, Billie Jean King, Maya Angelou, Queen Liliʻuokalani, Catherine the Great, and Empress Wu Zetian.
Through fun facts and simple explanations, listeners learn about each woman’s achievem...
Something big happened in 1776 — it’s the United States’ birthday! Join Cece and special guest Madden as they explore the road to the American Revolution and the 250th anniversary coming in 2026.
We’ll explain why colonists got mad at Britain, meet the Founding Fathers, and hear about three major moments from the American Revolution: The Battle of Bunker Hill, George Washington crossing the Delaware, and the big win...
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In the final episode of our Ponderings series, hosts Amy & Cece explore the Rosetta Stone: what it is, how it was discovered, and why it mattered. Through a kid-friendly conversation the episode explains that the Rosetta Stone is a fragment of a decree written in three languages (hieroglyphics, Demotic, and ancient Greek), dated to 196 BC, and discovered by French soldiers near Rosetta (Rashid) in 1...
Join Amy & Cece as they explore the fascinating history of the Silk Road. The silk road changed the world. Along the silk road towns along grew into multicultural cities and there was an exchange of information that had never existed before.
All this travel along the silk road led to new technologies and innovations that would change the world. The horses introduced to China from the west contributed to the ...
Join Amy & Cece as they explore another pondering in the most recent episode of Check This Out! Podcast 4 Kids. Together they explain the 10 amendments that make up the bill of rights, explain what they are and what they mean, and go into the history and importance of the bill of rights!
This history podcast is perfect for curious kids and their parents. Learn and have fun with interactive quizzes, a fun poem,...
Join Amy & Cece for another episode of Check this out! Podcast for kids. In this week's episode they dive into the pondering of who were the Navajo Code Talkers and what was their impact on World War 2?
Listeners will learn about the classified project that the code talkers participated in, that helped the US win in the Pacific Theater during WW2. Understand why the Najavo Code Talkers are also referred ...
In Episode 67 of Check This Out — Podcast 4 Kids, hosts Cece and Amy explore how the Olympic Games began and evolved. From the first recorded Olympic Games in 776 BC at Olympia in Greece. The olympics are held every four years, and a long time ago this was to honor Zeus! Original Olympians were awarded olive-leaf crowns. Learn the story of the journey from the ancient olympics to the modern Summer and Winter Olym...
In this episode of "Check This Out!", hosts Cece and her mom delve into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian mummification. They explore the crucial question: Why did ancient Egyptians mummify their dead? Framed within their ongoing ponderings series about historical inquiries, the episode highlights the significance of ancient Egypt, a civilization that thrived for over 3,000 years, and what this mea...
In this exciting episode of "Check This Out! Podcast 4 Kids," Cece and her mom dive into the fascinating history of the Oregon Trail. They explore the challenges and adventures faced by pioneers during their 2,000-mile journey from Missouri to Oregon City in the 19th century. Listeners will learn about the hardships of traveling on the trail, including disease, weather, and the daily routines of those who ...
Join us for an intriguing episode of "Check This Out!", the podcast that makes history fun for kids!
In today’s episode, Cece and her mom dive into the chilling world of the bubonic plague, also known as the Black Death. Discover what this historical epidemic was all about, how it dramatically changed Europe in the 14th century, and the surprising lessons that emerged from such dark times.
With engaging qu...
In this festive episode of "Check This Out," Cece and her mom explore diverse Christmas traditions globally. They start with the history of Christmas trees, highlighting their journey from ancient times to Queen Victoria's influence in America.
The duo discusses unique customs like Spain’s Caga Tió, where kids sing to a log for treats, and Germany’s Advent calendar. They also explore Japan's KFC C...
Welcome to episode 62 of Check This Out!, podcast for kids! In this exciting episode, Cece and her mom dive into the intriguing topic of the Boston Tea Party, exploring its causes and significance in American history.
They start by explaining what the Boston Tea Party was—an event where American patriots disguised as Mohawk Indians threw 342 cases of tea into Boston Harbor on December 16, 1773, as a protest against B...
In this exciting episode of "Check This Out! Podcast for Kids," Cece introduces the incredible life and music of Stevie Wonder, a legendary American musician who began his career as a child prodigy. Listeners will discover how Stevie, who was born blind, started making music at just 11 years old, and how his unique talents led him to become one of the most successful artists in history.
We'll explore S...
In this exciting episode of 'Check this out!', hosts Cece and Amy dive into the fascinating life and legacy of Michelangelo, the renowned Renaissance artist!
From his humble beginnings as an apprentice in Florence to his towering achievements like the iconic statue of David and the breathtaking ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, listeners will discover how his works have shaped the art world for centuries.
Joi...
Join Amy & Cece for a special extra episode on the history of Thanksgiving in the United States!
In this special episode of “Check this out!”, hosts Cece and Amy dive into the true history behind Thanksgiving, exploring its origins and significance beyond the common myths. With Thanksgiving approaching in the United States, they start by discussing the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621 between the Pilgrims and t...
In this episode of Check This Out, we explore the captivating life and art of Georgia O'Keeffe, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Join Cece and Ellie as they dive into Georgia's journey from a young girl in Wisconsin with a passion for painting to a revolutionary figure in modern art.
Learn how Georgia's large, vibrant paintings of flowers and breathtaking southwestern landscapes...
In this exciting episode, we explore the life and legacy of one of the greatest artists and inventors of all time—Leonardo da Vinci! Through fun clues and questions, we discover how Leonardo was much more than a painter—he was a true Renaissance man, skilled in art, science, engineering, and invention. We learn about his famous paintings like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, his innovative ideas, and his many frie...
In this exciting episode of the Check this out, join Cece and her mom, Amy, as they embark on a colorful journey to Jamaica to learn all about the legendary Bob Marley! Discover how this reggae superstar was born in a small village, faced challenges because of his mixed race, and turned those experiences into powerful messages of peace and unity.
Listen as they share the story of how Bob formed The Wailers, created ...
Join us for this fun and fascinating episode of Check this out! Podcast4kids as we delve into the incredible story of Taylor Swift — the global superstar, record-breaking artist, and inspiration to millions!
This week's episode features special guest, Haley, as she helps hosts Amy & Cece learn more about Taylor Swift and her impact on the world through her music.
Discover how she went from a young girl in ...
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