You may have heard of or listen to podcasts about “self-help” for adults, but what about podcasts for kids about personal growth and development?
Growth Mindset. Resiliency. Gratitude. Positive Attitude. Would you nod in agreement that these are all character traits that you would like to instill in your children?
Pick up any parenting magazine and you are sure to find an article (or three) listing ways you can help with your child’s mindset. Books fill the shelves on these topics (and are probably collecting dust on your nightstand). If you do have time to sit and skim, you will probably remember a few pearls from what you read and maybe even start a gratitude challenge. But then what?
How do you maintain these lifestyle habits in our hectic world with so much going on? How do you encourage your children to take ownership of their own personal development and learn true techniques from experts?
One suggestion that is simple and free- PODCASTS for kids about Personal Growth!
We all know our children typically listen to others better than they listen to us (sigh….). Too often, they don’t want to tell us about their worries or fears and sometimes can’t even pinpoint what is wrong. Listening to a personal development or personal growth podcast a few times per week can be a game-changer for your child and your family. Now, where to start!
Here are the top 3 podcasts about personal growth for kids!
Each one posts a new episode WEEKLY, so set a goal to try each one for a month and see what happens. Make sure to comment and let us know your favorites!
Big Life Kids
Geared to ages 5-10, this podcast is chock-full of amazing content and is released on a weekly basis. If you wish, you can obtain printables to go along with the show’s content, but it’s wonderful just as an audio stand-alone. Lasting 10-20 minutes each, episodes are perfect for younger children and elementary age attention spans. We all know kids love learning from other kids, and some episodes include stories about how listeners have applied lessons from the show (with fantastic results). We also all know kids love learning through stories, and with that, this show won’t disappoint- the stories are fun and all have a lesson about an important topic (examples include confidence, resilience, kindness, gratitude….).
Dream Big
Hosted by a 10-year-old 5th grader and her mom, this relatable show simply rocks! Each episode lasts about 15-20 minutes and many include interviews in a kid-friendly manner. Released weekly, the show has diverse content including family stories, business planning for kids (selling hot cocoa for a profit!!), overcoming bullies, facing fears, choosing positive friends, and more. What better role model for a kid than a kid reaching for her dreams in a positive way and sharing it with the world?
Best Day Yet
As one of the episodes states, this show is really aimed at helping your child see the goodness in themselves. Each segment is short, lasting just 10-20 minutes. Although children struggling with anxiety, fears or self-doubt will greatly benefit, the show really is useful for all. Creatively, the show features weekly adventures centered around an animal- keeping children engaged while teaching a valuable life lesson.
Still skeptical? Three more reasons to try these THIS week:
- They are all entirely free and require no sign-up. If you decide you like a show, you can subscribe, but it’s still free.
- Podcasts are the future– teach your kids to play them on their own device now and you are equipping them with a skill for the future. If you want to find more amazing podcasts, check out our Ultimate Guide to Educational Podcasts for Kids.
- We as parents learn from our kids. Let them be the leaders within your family in personal development. Listen to a podcast about personal growth for kids today!
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