We celebrate and honor the generations of American Asian and Pacific Islanders who are part of our country's rich history. AAPI Heritage month gives us an opportunity to learn from the experiences, achievements and perspectives of Asian American's who forged new paths and made significant contributions in the arts and sciences. Here is a playlist from the Dorktales Storytime Podcast featuring some of their amazing stories: Dr. Kazue Togasaki Dr. Kazue Togasaki was one of the first Japanese American women to become a doctor in the United States. She was a pioneer in the field [...] Read More about Kids Podcast Playlist for AAPI Heritage Month
Podcast Playlists
Kids Podcast Playlist for Women’s History Month
March has been designated as the month to shine a spotlight on women's achievements throughout history. The Dorktales Storytime Podcast celebrates women and their accomplishments all year long! We have featured stories of female trailblazers from different time periods in history. These women felt the calling to go beyond their societal barriers despite the challenges and struggles they faced. Each left a legacy of innovation and accomplishments for us all. In this article, we share three facts about each of these amazing hidden heroes of history! Where to Listen FREE HIDDEN [...] Read More about Kids Podcast Playlist for Women’s History Month
Black History Month Heroes of History Podcast Playlist for Kids
Black History Month is one of the many opportunities for talking to kids about the significant contributions and achievements of Black Americans. The Dorktales Storytime Podcast has featured stories of Black trailblazers from different time periods in American history. These women and men faced societal barriers and racial injustice, but through their own talents, determination, bravery and resilience, they left us a legacy of extraordinary accomplishments that changed our world for the better. FREE HEROES OF HISTORY ACTIVITY GUIDES We’ve created tools for parents and educators to [...] Read More about Black History Month Heroes of History Podcast Playlist for Kids
7 Funny Fractured Fairy Tales with Tons of Heart!
Dorktales Storytime Podcast Playlist Dorktales Storytime is a podcast where feelings and important life lessons are learned through whimsical and wacky retellings of favorite fairy tales. These 7 episodes will get to the heart of your child’s social and emotional wellbeing, and will lead to great conversations around the dinner table: The Princess and the Pincushion – Popularity and feeling excluded Cookie Cobbler Caper – Gratitude, generosity, and helping others in their time of need The Merry Band of Bremen – Every creature has value and every life matters The Lion and [...] Read More about 7 Funny Fractured Fairy Tales with Tons of Heart!
5 George Washington Carver Facts to Spark a Child’s Curiosity!
George Washington Carver was an American agricultural scientist, botanist, and inventor. You most likely heard about him in school, but not the entire story of his life. He was enslaved from birth, became free only to experience the struggles caused by segregation. But Mr. Carver accomplished so many extraordinary things despite being born into a world that afforded him few opportunities. We share his story on one of our Hidden Heroes of History episodes on the Dorktales Storytime Podcast. The link to listen on your favorite podcast app is HERE, or you can listen via the player below. You [...] Read More about 5 George Washington Carver Facts to Spark a Child’s Curiosity!