Kids History Podcasts….sound boring? Think again! History CAN be boring if it’s taught in a non-engaging, dry manner.
But wait-we have a solution. Bring in podcasts and bring in story-based, expert-led discussions on historical topics made relevant to kids. Whether you pick one show your family loves, or you mix it up with episodes from the different podcast about history picks, you will be opening the door to a unique, screen-free mode of learning.
Questioning how to get your kids to listen to podcasts? We have suggestions for you here, plus let them help pick the topic and they will be more apt to pay attention.
Still questioning whether educational podcasts will be right for your family? The best part of podcasts is that you have nothing to lose by trying them. Podcasts are completely free- no subscription, no email, no trial period- nothing- just free-you can listen to an unlimited amount. If you love this list, make sure to check our Ultimate Guide to Educational Podcasts for Kids.
Younger Kids History Podcasts
Produced a few times per month, this podcast provides shorter episodes (about 10 minutes)- ideal for the attention span of younger kids. Typical episodes highlight a different person or event in history and are filled with stories – the best way to learn!
Created by American Public Media, this podcast has 9 episodes detailing unique aspects of history. Although we often think of history in terms of what is in our textbooks, kids will enjoy learning about topics they consider relevant, such as video games, sandwiches, skateboards, and even emojis. Episodes are lengthy and provide a complete lesson on a topic.
With episodes typically lasting around 15 minutes, this podcast is a great way to help kids understand history AND current events. The hosts take topics that can be confusing and make them into relatable lessons.
Although it’s relatively new, the Who, When, Wow Podcast from Wondery Kids features 20-30 minute highlights of various inventors, historians, and famous people. Kids will enjoy listening to the stories- it’s much more fun than just an encyclopedia-style of learning.
Whether you choose to listen during lunch or just on-the-go, your kids will beg you to listen to this one! Each episode features a different topic- curious about the history of chopsticks, apples, or cheese?
Not all the episodes of this show relate to history, but it’s definitely worth a mention on this list due to the ones that do. Each episode is about 20 minutes in duration and highlights different unexpected yet amazing moments in our world.
Kids Friendly Geography Fun Facts or History Fun Facts
Got less than 5 minutes but want something impactful for your kids to listen to? Either of these history podcasts for kids shows provides a few fun facts in just a few minutes- sometimes on busy days, less is best!
Developed for use as inspirational bedtime stories for kids, these episodes can be played at any time of day. Each show is about 10-15 minutes and highlights an important person or event in history.
Extremely well organized and educational, these bite-sized episodes are the perfect length for a commute or while cleaning up the kitchen. Each show features a woman from history.
These episodes are about a half-hour and provide an in-depth look at the greatest explorers in history. Quite detailed, this show is one older siblings will enjoy and benefit from listening along to.
Greeking Out From National Geographic Kids
Hosted by National Geographic, this show is comprised of short stories about ancient Greek myths. Episodes are quick and lively- lasting about 15 minutes.
Tweens and Teens Kids History Podcasts
Stuff You Missed in History Class
This show is one parents will want to listen to along with their tweens / teens- everyone will be surprised by how much they learn (and how entertaining it is). As the title suggests, the content is stuff you either missed or never were taught, but the hosts do an amazing job making history relevant to daily life today.
Included in the list for elementary kids too, this show provides in-depth (about 30 minute) discussions on the greatest explorers of all time.
Lasting between 15-30 minutes, these episodes feature news and interesting facts about geography. Tweens and teens will love learning more about the world they live in and the differences (and similarities) across the globe.
Truly a podcast full of biographies, this podcast features full narratives of different famous people from the past. This show is a great one to play if your tween or teen is completing a report or a presentation on a specific individual.
Chock full of jokes and stories, these short 15 minute episodes give a quick history lesson that the kids won’t roll their eyes about listening to.
Just as the title suggests, this show reviews what happened in history this week in years past. Tweens and teens will enjoy comparing today to times in the past, and learn a bit in a short burst.
These episodes are a little less than an hour and are highly informative lessons about different aspects of history.
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