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.
Check this out! Podcast4kids
Dr Mae Jemison - Astronaut (Scientists & Inventors)
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In this out of this world episode of the Check This Out! hosts Cece & her mom Amy explore the life and legacy of Dr. Mae Carol Jemison, the first African American woman to travel to space. Learn about childhood in Chicago, her early love of science, how she graduated high school at only 16, and her journey to Stanford and Cornell. Plus learn about her background that led to her becoming an astronaut like her medical career, Peace Corps service, and decision to apply to NASA. Learn how Sally Ride’s flight inspired her, how the Challenger tragedy delayed the astronaut program, and how Dr. Jemison was selected to be an astronaut in 1987 and flew on Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992 as a science mission specialist.
The episode explains her experiments in space, 8-day mission details, personal mementos aboard Endeavour, fluency in several languages, post-NASA career (teaching, technology company, public speaking), awards and honors, and outreach work including an international science camp for teens. Includes fun facts (appeared on Star Trek), a recap poem, and guidance on citing verified sources. Ideal for children, parents, teachers, and anyone searching for an inspiring, accessible biography of Dr. Mae Jemison and resources for classroom use.