Kid-Friendly News and Radio Shows

Have you ever thought it would be nice to have some kid-friendly news and radio show options for your children? “CNN 10” and NPR’s “Wow in the World” offer wonderful news broadcasts that even grown-ups will enjoy!

NEWS  SHOW FOR KIDS:  CNN 10

CNN 10 is a new, 10-minute news show that appears as a daily digital video on CNN.com. “CNN 10” effectively serves a growing audience interested in compact, on-demand news broadcasts ideal for explanation seekers on the go or in the classroom. The show’s priority is to identify stories of international significance and then clearly describe why they are making news, who is affected, and how the events fit into a complex, international society. Viewers will learn from every story on “CNN 10.” The show maintains a neutral position on controversial topics. It seeks to provide multiple viewpoints, clear illustrations, and general overviews instead of graphic descriptions.

Where can I find ‘CNN 10’?
You can view it as a streamed video or download it as a free podcast, both available on their website. The show is available Monday through Friday and is available free of charge. There is no sign-up or subscription required.

RADIO SHOW FOR KIDS: ‘NPR’s Wow in the World’

“Wow in the World” is a podcast and a new way for families to connect, look up and discover the wonders in the world around them. Radio hosts Mindy and Guy guide curious kids and their grown-ups away from their screens and on a journey. Through a combination of careful scientific research and fun, Mindy and Guy explore our space and other cool new stories in science and technology. Some of their shows include:

• “Mucus Mansions & Pooping Plastic, Invasion Of The Sea Pickles”
• “Cuckoo For Cocoa: Journey To The Chocolate Forests Of South America Mosquitoes, Stinky Socks, And Bread….Oh MY!”
• “Pokemon Go Make Some Friends & The Noisy Sounds of Silence”
• “The Search For Planet 9 And Our Sushi-Powered Brains”
• “It’s A Bird! It’s A Plane! It’s A….FLYING TAXI?!”

Where can I find NPR’s ‘Wow in the World’?

Visit their website to enjoy these shows!