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Great Podcasts for Kids and Families
Great Podcasts for Kids and Families
Discover the Best Podcasts for Kids: Fun, Educational, and Screen-Free Entertainment
Looking for a fun and educational way to keep your kids engaged? Podcasts for kids offer screen-free storytelling, exciting adventures, and learning opportunities right at their fingertips. Whether you're at home, on the go, or winding down for bedtime, kid-friendly podcasts are a great way to spark curiosity and inspire young imaginations. Explore our curated collection of the best podcasts for children of all ages—perfect for parents, teachers, and curious young listeners.
Podcasts are a great way to pass the time and there is a fantastic array available These are mostly available for streaming and/or download from locations such as Acast, Spotify, Podbean, Apple Podcast App, Tune In Radio or Google Podcasts unless otherwise specified.
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Storytelling & Adventure Podcasts for Kids
Stories captivate children like nothing else. These storytelling podcasts feature tales from around the world, exciting adventures, and even mysteries voiced by kids themselves.
- Ranger Rae and the Wildlifers - podcast series from the National tTrust with six stories of adventure and discovery in the wild world
- Fun Kids Story Quest - podcast series from Fun Kids, the Uk's radio station for children featuring stories for children and families of all ages
- 500 Words: Bedtime Stories - Some of the winning bedtime stories written by the child competitiors of the BBC writing competition
- Circle Round – Created and produced by parents of young children, these carefully selected folk tales from around the world are adapted into sound and music rich radio plays for children of all ages. Each 15 to 25 minute episode explores important issues like kindness, persistence and generosity and ends with an activity that inspires a deeper conversation between children and grown-ups
- Brains On! – Award-winning science podcast with a storytelling twist, hosted by kids and adult experts.
- Greeking Out – Perfect for mythology fans! Entertaining retellings of Greek myths from National Geographic Kids
- The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel – A suspenseful, serialized mystery podcast performed by kids for kids aimed at ages 8 to 12.
- The Story Seeds Podcast – creative podcast where kids and best-selling authors meet up and grow original stories inspired by children’s story ideas with each episode ending with a story time read aloud by the author
- Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls – each episode of this podcast explores the lives of women from the hugely popular series of books, encouraging young listeners to ask questions and explore their interests. Listen via the Rebel Girls app which is free to download on Apple Devices and available to purchase on a monthly, annual basis after a free trial.
- Live From Mount Olympus - theatrical and engaging retellings of the Greek myths
- Stories Podcast – produced by Wondery, this weekly podcast has a extensive back catalogue of stories that range from retellings of fairy tales and classic stories through to original works
- Honeybee Bedtime Stories - produced by a school teacher, these are bedtime stories often inspired by films and other popular characters as well as songs and other tales.
- Five Minutes With Dad - featuring a dad with his eight and six year old, listeners get an opportunity to hear a genuine conversation that discusses real life situations and matters of wellbeing as well as suggesting some useful resources.
- CBeebies Bedtime Stories - selection of short bedtime stories for younger children, often brought to life by top actors and celebrities
- Story Pirates - podcast where well-known celebrities read children's original, creative and often hilarious story ideas aloud.
- The Creeping Hour - horror themed podcast best suited for ages 8 to 12
- Supergreat Kids Stories - show with over 250 stories telling fun, traditional tales
- The Rez is a a sci-fi podcast adventure for 7 to 11 years olds also told through comic books and a game-based website
Educational & Science Podcasts for Curious Kids
Got a curious kid who’s always asking “why”? These educational podcasts make learning about the world fun and accessible.
- The Week Junior Show goes behind the scenes of the award-winning magazine for 8 to 14 year olds. Each week, a presenter and members of The Week Junior team to discuss their favourite stories, debate the week's hot topic and more
- Homeschool History – presented by Horrible Histories’ Greg Jenner, this podcast is full of facts and jokes from a range of historical topics
- Wow in the World – Hosts Mindy and Guy take kids on hilarious science-filled journeys.
- Smash Boom Best – Debate show for kids and families with every episode taking two cool things, entering a discussion and letting listeners decide which is best. The debaters use facts and passion to make their case, teaching listeners how to defend their own opinions along the way.
- But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids – Real kids ask real questions—and get expert answers.
- Tumble – A science podcast exploring fascinating questions and stories behind discoveries.
- Who Smarted? – Fast-paced, funny episodes that teach science, history, and fun facts.
- Fun Kids Science Weekly – show exploring the coolest and most incredible things in science with topics varying from animals to space and beyond.
- Everything Under The Sun – in this podcast, children can send in questions about the world which are then answered by Molly Oldfield and a team of experts
- Radiolab for Kids - child-friendly episodes covering a range of different subjects
- Tai Asks Why - award-winning podcast for kids and families with the child host Tai Poole trying to find answers to life's biggest questions
- Fun Kids Book Worms - book podcast for kids with children's authors being interviewed by Bex from the children's radio station Fun Kids
- Ask the Nincompoops - funny all-ages podcast where Mr Gum author Andy Stanton and Carrie Quinland allow children to ask any question
Music, Mindfulness & Relaxation
Sometimes kids just need to calm down—or get moving! These podcasts combine music, mindfulness, and gentle stories.
- Noodle Loaf – Interactive music education podcast for kids that teaches fundamental music concepts through play, song and laughter
- Maddie’s Sound Explorers – this award winning podcast hosted by Maddie Moate explores the sounds of science and nature before bringing you a new piece of music made from the noises that have been discovered.
- Peace Out – Mindfulness stories that help children calm down and learn social-emotional skills by guiding them through visualisation and breathing exercises focused on kindness and fun science facts
- Be Calm on Ahway Island – Podcast featuring relaxing, original short stories for kids with each episode beginning with a guided meditation and containing a positive message
- YourClassical Storytime – Classic fairy tales paired with beautiful classical music.
- David Walliams’ Marvellous Musical Podcast – this series from 2019 introduces young music fans to the stories of famous composers in a fun and engaging way.
- Audiomoves at the Zoo - podcast in partnership with London Zoo where each episode focuses on a different animal
Thought-Provoking & Ethical Podcasts for Older Kids
These podcasts are perfect for older children with deeper thinking and humour for children aged 8+ but parental discretion is advised
- Pickle – Funny and thoughtful discussions about tricky moral dilemmas.
- The Big Fib – Weekly game show where kids have to figure out who is an expert and who is a liar!
- Short & Curly – A fast-paced ethics podcast for kids and parents, asking questions about animals, technology, school, pop culture and the future
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