History of The Grand Canyon (7 Natural Wonders of the World Series)
Send us a textWelcome to a new episode of Check This Out!, the podcast for kids and their grown-ups! Join Amy and Cece as they embark on a thrilling adventure to uncover the depths of the Grand Canyon. The duo dives into intriguing facts, trivia, and stories from history that highlight its significance.Over the course of the episode, listeners will discover fun insights, such as the canyon's formation, its unique weather patterns, and the incredible lives of Native Americans who have long inhabited the area. Amy and Cece challenge their listeners with a lightning round to test their knowledge about the other natural wonders and delve into fascinating tales, including the infamous explorations led by John Wesley Powell.Plus, don’t miss out on the duo’s engaging trivia segment, where listeners can learn even more about this majestic site, including the wildlife that calls it home and how it was established as a national park!Join us as we celebrate the Grand Canyon and set the stage for the other Natural Wonders to be explored in the episodes to come!Hashtags:#KidsPodcast #NaturalWonders #GrandCanyon #HistoryForKids #ExploreNature #CECEandAmy #EducationalPodcast #TriviaFun #GeologyRocks #FamilyPodcast #historypodcastforkids #historypodcast #7wondersSupport the show
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Eva "Evita" Perón (Women Who Changed the World Series)
Send us a textWomen Who Changed the World - Eva "Evita" PerónHosts Amy Contreras and Cece dive into the incredible life of Eva "Evita" Perón, the former First Lady of Argentina. The episode explores Eva's early life, from her humble beginnings to her rise as a celebrated actress in Buenos Aires, where she helped pave the way for her significant political impact. Listeners learn about her key role as a political figure alongside her husband, President Juan Perón, and how she championed women's rights. Cece and Amy discuss Eva's accomplishments, such as her foundation that provided resources for the poor, and her ability to connect with the working class through her radio work and public speaking. They highlight her ambitious attempts to change the socio-political landscape, often facing opposition from the elite. The episode also touches on Eva's personal struggles, her battles with illness, and her death at a young age.Join Amy and Cece for an inspiring dive into the life of Eva Perón and her lasting impact on history. Don't forget to subscribe for more exciting episodes!#EvaPerón#EvitaPerón#WomenWhoChangedTheWorld#FirstLady#ArgentinianHistory#Feminism#WomenInPolitics#SocialJustice#WomensSuffrage#Peronism#HistoricalFigures#PodcastForKids#InspiringWomen#CheckThisOutPodcast#ChildrensEducation#CulturalHistory#historypodcastforkids Support the show
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Suffragist Susan B Anthony (Women Who Changed the World Series)
Send us a textOn this week's episode, hosts Amy Contreras and Cece explore dive into the life and legacy of one of America’s most iconic suffragists, Susan B. Anthony. Listen in as they share the story of Susan B. Anthony, who played a key role in the fight for women’s right to vote and the ratification of the 19th amendment. Throughout the episode, Cece asks thoughtful questions about voting, equality, and justice, making it a perfect opportunity for young listeners to engage and learn. This episode highlights interesting facts about Anthony's life, including her famous arrest for illegally voting in 1872 and her collaborations with other notable suffragists like Elizabeth Cady Stanton. The episode ends with key takeaways to encourage further exploration. Plus, enjoy a special poem celebrating Susan B. Anthony’s impact. Make sure to like, follow, and share Check This Out! Podcast for Kids with your friends and family. Together, let’s inspire the next generation to learn about the heroes who changed the world! Support the show
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg aka RBG (Women who changed the world series)
Send us a textIn this engaging episode of "Check This Out!", hosts Amy and Cece continue their series on "Women Who Changed the World," focusing on the inspiring life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg (RBG). Listeners will learn about Ginsburg's trailblazing journey as the first female tenured professor at Columbia Law School and the second woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court. With a deep commitment to women's rights and civil liberties, Ginsburg co-founded the Women's Rights Project at the ACLU, fought tirelessly against gender discrimination, and became a pop culture icon known as "the Notorious RBG." Join Amy and Cece as they explore RBG's early life, from her Jewish upbringing in New York to her groundbreaking achievements in a predominantly male legal field. They highlight key historical milestones for women's rights that coincided with Ginsburg’s career, including the Equal Pay Act and Title IX. As they uncover Ginsburg's legacy through her impactful dissents and major court rulings, listeners will be invited to appreciate her significant contributions to gender equality and justice.To wrap up the episode, Amy and Cece recap key facts about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, encouraging kids and their grownups to continue exploring her legacy. The episode concludes with a heartfelt poem celebrating Ginsburg’s commitment to justice.#RuthBaderGinsburg #NotoriousRBG #WomensRights #WomenInHistory #SupremeCourt #CheckThisOutPodcast #Trailblazers #CivilRights #PodcastForKids #YouthEducation #HistoryMatters #Empowerment #GenderEquality #InspiringWomen #Historypodcastforkids Support the show
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Scientist and Nobel Prize Winner: Marie Curie
Send us a textIn this exciting episode of Check This Out!, hosts Amy Contreras and Cece dive into the story of Marie Curie, a trailblazing scientist and the first woman to win a Nobel Prize. Joined by a special guest, six-year-old Avie, the episode engages listeners through interactive discussions about Curie's life, her groundbreaking discoveries in the field of radioactivity, and her lasting impact on science and medicine.The episode begins by introducing Avie, who shares her aspirations of becoming a doctor, setting the foundation for the theme of the episode. The trio explores Marie Curie's early life in Poland, her determination to pursue education despite societal barriers, and her remarkable journey to becoming a prominent scientist.Listeners will learn about Curie’s significant contributions, including her discovery of the elements polonium and radium, her two Nobel Prizes, and her development of mobile X-ray units during World War I. The conversation highlights Curie’s incredible legacy, emphasizing her role as an inspiration for future generations, including young listeners like Avie.As the episode wraps up, Cece and Avie remind everyone to keep an ear out for three key facts about Marie Curie that can inspire further research. The episode concludes with a heartfelt poem celebrating Curie's groundbreaking achievements and encourages young minds to dream big.Tune in to discover the remarkable story of Marie Curie and learn how one woman's persistence and brilliance changed the world!Science Podcast for kids, History Podcast for kids, Famous Women Support the show
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 CeceAmy 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.
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