Check this out! Podcast4kids
A podcast series for kids where we explore interesting people, places, ponderings and past moments from history that shape the world around us.
Listen to 5-25 minute episodes for fun facts, interactive celebrations of knowledge, and cool takeaways.
Appropriate for elementary aged kids (5-12 years old)
Hosted by Amy Contreras, featuring her daughter Cece
Amy has a BA of History from the University of Arizona and has spent her career in corporate Learning & Development, working at global organizations such as Uber, LinkedIn, and more.
Check this out! Podcast4kids covers topics such as historical figures, historical events, history questions, and more.
Podcasting since 2025 • 67 episodes
Check this out! Podcast4kids
Latest Episodes
How did the Olympics Come to be? (Ponderings)
In Episode 67 of Check This Out — Podcast 4 Kids, hosts Cece and Amy explore how the Olympic Games began and evolved. From the first recorded Olympic Games in 776 BC at Olympia in Greece. The olympics are held every four years, and a long...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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15:19
Why did Ancient Egyptians Mummify their dead? (Ponderings)
In this episode of "Check This Out!", hosts Cece and her mom delve into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian mummification. They explore the crucial question: Why did ancient Egyptians mummify their dead? Framed within their ongoing ponder...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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16:53
What was life like on the Oregon Trail (Ponderings)
In this exciting episode of "Check This Out! Podcast 4 Kids," Cece and her mom dive into the fascinating history of the Oregon Trail. They explore the challenges and adventures faced by pioneers during their 2,000-mile journey from Missouri to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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18:37
What was the Bubonic Plague? (Ponderings)
Join us for an intriguing episode of "Check This Out!", the podcast that makes history fun for kids! In today’s episode, Cece and her mom dive into the chilling world of the bubonic plague, also known as the Black Death. Discover wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 64
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15:48
What are Christmas Traditions around the world? (Ponderings)
In this festive episode of "Check This Out," Cece and her mom explore diverse Christmas traditions globally. They start with the history of Christmas trees, highlighting their journey from ancient times to Queen Victoria's influence in America....
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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19:02
