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The Children's Hour

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Negro Baseball Leagues
Poetry
Coyotes
Creativity
Children's Education
Kindness
New Mexico
Children's Poetry
Zilot & Other Important Rhymes
New Zealand
Creative Writing
Wildlife
Kid Pan Alley
Earthquakes
Saddle Up and Read
Civil Rights Movement
Emotions
Writing Exercises
Volcanoes
Holiday Music

The Children’s Hour is Kids Public Radio, broadcasting weekly on public radio stations worldwide. Our theme based shows are entertaining and educational, and feature only the best in music. Excellent for road trips, explore our world and learn with us!

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Latest Episodes

Forests are full of life, stories, and connections we cannot always see. Learn how forests help keep our planet healthy, how trees communicate, and why old growth forests matter. With songs, questions from kids, and a biologist who studies trees and ... more

Fourth graders teach listeners about the Underground Railroad and the life of Harriet Tubman. Kids learn how secret routes, brave helpers, and the North Star guided people to freedom. This episode helps young listeners understand courage, teamwork, a... more

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day and honor love in all its many forms. From the history of the holiday and exchanging cards, to the science behind how love makes our hearts race and our brains feel happy, we explore how love helps us feel connected and make... more

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This time on The Children’s Hour, we explore the skin we are in. We are joined by Dr. Holly McGee and Dr. Nina Jablonski, who have written a book to explain the cultural and social history of skin color called It’s Just Skin, Silly. Then we meet Dr. ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Lisa Markovchick
Ecologist for WildEarth Guardians and scientist at Northern Arizona University
WildEarth Guardians
Episode: Forests
Nina Jablonski
Anthropologist and author of It's Just Skin, Silly
Penn State University
Episode: Skin
Holly McGee
Historian and author of It's Just Skin, Silly
University of Cincinnati
Episode: Skin
Adnan Mir
Pediatric dermatologist
Montefiore Medical Center
Episode: Skin
Dr. Jerry Dragoo
Founder and director of the Dragoo Institute for the Betterment of Skunks and Skunk Reputations
Dragoo Institute for the Betterment of Skunks and Skunk Reputations
Episode: Skunks
Amy Tanler
Therapy dog handler and volunteer with the Read To The Dogs program
Public Library of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County
Episode: Reading To Dogs
Jody Karp
Handler of Gimble, a therapy dog
Public Library of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County
Episode: Reading To Dogs
Nicole Byers
Children's librarian at the Public Library of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County
Public Library of Albuquerque and Bernalillo County
Episode: Reading To Dogs
Vishal Sumra
PhD student at the Tan Center for Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases
University of Toronto
Episode: Sleep

Host

Katie Stone
Host of a children's radio show, actively engages with young audiences through storytelling, music, and interactive discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • Educates Children with Respect and Gives them a Voice

    This is an excellent show, and such a good resource for educating children at home or at school. The Kids Crew interviews musicians, politicians, scientists, you name it. And the music is good too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Socorro Y
    United Statesa year ago
  • So good

    We have listened for a few years and the space and animal subjects are the best! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jajah12345
    United Statesa year ago
  • The young woman

    I am going to be a few minutes early but I’ll let the girls out in the next couple hours to pick it all off so I will let her out when you are here so that we don’t have any issues and I will get it done before the next couple minutes my. Kids

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Nocuygcjhfcjugcmjgvuygn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Meaningful, gentle, and not dumbed down for kids

    I originally stumbled across the Children’s Hour on an AM radio rebroadcast and we’ve enjoyed it ever since. Even as a parent I have learned new things from each of the show’s topics. Thank you for accessible depth and humor for the family!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThugginHardPugs
    United Statesa year ago
  • Beautiful writing, really made for children 🙏🏽❣️

    Love the content and playlists. It’s paced and the voices are kid-friendly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Indigecooker
    United States2 years ago

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Parents find the content comforting and educational, particularly valuing the depth presented alongside enjoyable storytelling.
The engaging format and kid-friendly voices are highlighted as positive aspects, making it enjoyable for both children and parents.
Some listeners express concerns about specific commercials or political undertones present in the episodes, reflecting a desire for straightforward educational content.
Listeners appreciate the show's educational value, noting it as an excellent resource for home and school learning.

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Firefighters
Q: How is it that you can volunteer and be a firefighter in these smaller communities?
Many rural communities rely on volunteer firefighters due to budget constraints for a paid department; training is provided for those who volunteer.
Firefighters
Q: What do you actually do all day at the fire station?
Every day at the fire station involves various tasks beyond fighting fires, including medical responses which make up about 80% of their calls.
Reading To Dogs
Q: Does reading to the dogs help kids learn how to read?
Yes, it's essential for learning to read as it provides a calm environment to practice reading skills without the pressure of an audience.
Reading To Dogs
Q: What is Read To The Dogs?
It is a program for the library where registered therapy dogs come in for children to read to them.
Best of 2025
Q: What are the three branches of government and how do they feed into each other?
The three branches of government are the executive, the legislative, and the judicial branches, each serving as a check on the others to ensure balance and prevent abuse of power.

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What is The Children's Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features engaging, theme-based shows tailored for children's education and entertainment. Each episode showcases a blend of storytelling, music, and learning, covering diverse topics such as history, science, literature, and health. Unique to this show is its focus on children's perspectives, often featuring young voices conducting interviews and presenting content, which empowers listeners and fosters a sense of community. The program caters to both kids and their parents, making it a perfect companion for family road trips and educational exploration.

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How many episodes of The Children's Hour are there?

The Children's Hour launched 8 years ago and published 291 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Children's Hour include:

1. Dr. Lisa Markovchick
2. Nina Jablonski
3. Holly McGee
4. Adnan Mir
5. Dr. Jerry Dragoo
6. Amy Tanler
7. Jody Karp
8. Nicole Byers

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