Monthly Archives: March 2022
Five Fab Facts Quiz! (Episode 91)
Hear on Episode 91 about Sahara dust storm darkens Spain, Ukraine’s “wonder woman,” boys lost in Amazon found, UK solar tunnel, special escort for otters – all that and more on this week’s world news pod for kids! Dive into...
Mar 23, 2022
Five Fab Facts Quiz! (Episode 90)
Hear on Episode 90 and find out how St Patrick’s day began, the latest on Ukraine including propaganda, paramilitary and mercenary explained, Florida manatees are in trouble but you can help and the story of slithery smuggler. Dive into...
Mar 16, 2022
Five Fab Facts Quiz! (Episode 89)
Hear on Episode 89 about western Monarch Butterfly challenge*, India’s crimson rose butterfly pit-stop, Ukraine update and happy take, world’s oldest pants reveal a lot about our blue jeans – all that and more! * Take pictures of the...
Mar 9, 2022
Tips for coping with distressing news events
Many of us have a pit in our stomachs over what is happening in Ukraine. Every day brings more disturbing news. We try to find the right balance for our children’s exposure to this, but it is hard. The news can make all of us sad and...
Mar 8, 2022
How much is too much news for kids?
The sound of sirens and explosions. Images of people rushing onto busses, of children crying as they kiss family goodbye. Men and women saying they will stay and fight. Watching what is happening in Ukraine is heart-wrenching. And, for...
Mar 4, 2022
Glossary Game Quiz (Episode 88)
We produced an unusual episode this week, focusing exclusively on the Ukraine-Russia war. We not only had the latest news and our top tips on how to cope with hearing it, but we also produced a special Glossary Game. Through it we hope to help...
Mar 2, 2022
