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As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. After months of deliberation and soul-searching Father and Son publish their last and final episode of The Middle School Mind podcast. After nearly 18 months and over 35+ episodes, on this episode: We say goodbye to our listeners We talk about what's next for Son We hear from some of our past guests Of course we get a little silly And we play one last game So sit back, relax, grab the Kleenex and stick around for our very special goodbye episode. We think kid's voices are under represented in the podcast space. Even though we are leaving, we encourage you to visit Kids Listen. This organization is a grassroots organization of advocates for high-quality audio content for children. The Middle School Mind is a proud member of Kids Listen and, with our show ending, we encourage kids and families to find other interesting and engaging podcasts for kids. Through this adventure, we connected with the creator of Sound Carrot. This website was founded by a father/daughter team with the goal to help younger listeners find amazing children's podcasts. We hope this resource helps parents and kids find other kid's voices that you want to listen to and hear more from. We also believe that kids can create their own podcasts! Last summer we launched a three-part series encouraging kids to make their own kids' podcasts. You can find the episodes here: 1.20 Make Your Own Kid Podcast 1 1.21 Make Your Own Kid Podcast 2 1.22 Make Your Own Kid Podcast 3 Thank you to The Middle School Mind listeners and even our future listeners. We enjoyed making these episodes together and sharing them with you. This time was special for us and we will look back at this show as an amazing point in time where we talked about what was on Son's mind or relevant pop culture during this time. If you loved listening to the show and want to connect with us, e-mail us at: middleschoolmind.podcast@gmail.com. We are happy to connect if you want to talk about creating your own podcast for your child or, potentially, if you are interested in having your middle schooler take over The Middle School Mind, let's chat. We always knew that The Middle School Mind was going to last at most, 3 years, with Son and I. But amazing shows like Star Trek had Star Trek: The Next Generation and Saved By The Bell had Saved By The Bell: The New Class introduced a new cast of characters while providing new stories and fresh perspectives. It would be amazing to have a Mother/Daughter voice leading the show or a parent/child from a different part of the country or even a completely different country! It's the unique perspectives that help us all learn and appreciate each other. Enjoy The Goodbye Episode and thank you for being part of our show. Sincerely, Father & Son --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themiddleschoolmind/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themiddleschoolmind/support...moreCopy Link

In this episode of the Dream Big Podcast, hosts Sophia Karpman and Olga Karpman explore the topic of luck vs hard work and debunk common myths about luck. They show how hard work can make a big difference in achieving your dreams, not just pure luck.  Sophia shares some fun jokes and stories, including a magical story about a leprechaun and a joke about a lucky duck. They discuss how luck is not the only factor that determines our success or happiness, but working hard and making smart choices can also help us achieve our goals and lead a fulfilling life. To illustrate how hard work can overcome the myth of luck, Sophia uses examples of successful people like Serena Williams and Kobe Bryant, who we had the privilege to interview on the Dream Big Podcast: DB 103: Kobe Bryant, Lakers Legend, On Curiosity, Teamwork, And His Big Dream For The Future! So, big dreamers, remember that while luck can sometimes give us an extra boost, it's ultimately our hard work, smart choices, and perseverance that determine our success. Don't get discouraged by setbacks or envy others who seem to have more luck - focus on your own goals and put in the work to achieve them. And who knows, maybe a little bit of luck will come your way too! So, listen to this episode and don't forget that you have the power to make your own luck! Love and Dream Big!   Easy links:  Show notes for episode #347: https://dreambigpodcast.com/347 All episodes: https://dreambigpodcast.com/episodes Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast    ...moreCopy Link

Welcome to Kids Pod, the podcast where kids get to ask adults the questions they really want to know. Nothing is too rude to ask. You send in your questions and our adults will give kids the answers they really want to hear. Aimee Chan is the author of 8 books titled My Grandma Is 100, The Very Hungry Reader, The Happy Mask, Peg Leg Pedicure, Alfie the Guard Dog, My Uncle Lives in Antarctica, Flo Sews and The Race to Pigroot. To purchase books by Aimee Chan, go to aimeechan.com/books. On Kids Pod today we have Cassie Mackie who is a librarian at Hyphen in Wodonga. She is going to answer all your questions. Kids Pod was created by Aimee Chan on Wiradjuri land. Jingle by Niki Strauss. Cover art by Glen Strauss. This episode was created in partnership with Hyphen Wodonga as part of their Holidays @ Hyphen programme.  If you liked this episode of Kids Pod you might also enjoy Episode 147 with author Andy Griffiths.  To send us your questions for future episodes, contact us at aimeechan.com. We also ask that you please subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes of Kids Pod. And to help other people to find us and spread the word, we would love it if you would give Kids Pod a 5 star rating and share our link with your friends. Special thanks to Cassie Mackie, Cassie Mackie, Elliott, Zali, Nishka, Allanah, Adella, Leeela, Nellie, Elijah, Daniel, Jack, Aria, Lucy, Evie, Alby and Indy. Thanks for listening....moreCopy Link

Hello Activist, You! fans! We wanted to let you know about the podcast we've started for grown ups all about queer and gender-affirming parenting! Rainbow Parenting is a brand new podcast from the creators of Queer Kid Stuff! It’s a show for anyone who wants to raise the littles in their lives in a queer and gender-affirming way featuring interviews with queer, trans, and ally leaders, educators, and creators. You can catch up on Rainbow Parenting wherever you get your podcasts. Season 2 starts October 3, 2022 with new episodes weekly on Mondays! Don't forget to leave a review and support the podcast (and get access to exclusive content!) over on the Queer Kid Stuff Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/queerkidstuff...moreCopy Link

Happy Earth Day! Today, we're mapping out our instruction manuals for how to take care of the Earth! What's on yours?! Grownups, send us photos and videos at tinkercast.com/share! Want to listen to more episodes of Flip and Mozi's Guide to How to be an Earthling? Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fifteen-year-old Tai Poole won’t rest until he’s uncovered the mysteries of the universe, one probing question at a time. In Season 4 of his Webby-winning podcast, Tai talks to everyone from NASA scientists to stand-up comedians to his equally curious little brother Kien. If you’ve ever wondered if we can keep eating meat without destroying the planet or if we’re alone in the universe, Tai has you covered. More episodes are available at hyperurl.co/taiaskswhy

On the StoryMakers podcast, multi-award-winning author and illustrator duo, Lesa Cline-Ransome and James Ransome offer us a window into a child’s experience of the Great Migration in OVERGROUND RAILROAD, and then introduce us to the characters and history behind the second book in the FINDING LANGSTON TRILOGY, LEAVING LYMON. About OVERGROUND RAILROAD A window into a child’s experience of the Great Migration from the award-winning creators of Before She Was Harriet and Finding Langston. As she climbs aboard the New York-bound Silver Meteor train, Ruth Ellen embarks upon a journey toward a new life up North– one she can’t begin to imagine. Stop by stop, the perceptive young narrator tells her journey in poems, leaving behind the cotton fields and distant Blue Ridge mountains. Each leg of the trip brings new revelations as scenes out the window of folks working in fields give way to the Delaware River, the curtain that separates the colored car is removed, and glimpses of the freedom and opportunity the family hopes to find come into view. As they travel, Ruth Ellen reads from Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, reflecting on how her journey mirrors her own– until finally, the train arrives at its last stop, New York’s Penn Station and the family heads out into a night filled with bright lights, glimmering stars, and new possibility. James Ransome’s mixed-media illustrations are full of bold color and texture, bringing Ruth Ellen’s journey to life, from sprawling cotton fields to cramped train cars, the wary glances of other passengers and the dark forest through which Frederick Douglass traveled towards freedom. Overground Railroad is, as Lesa notes, a story “of people who were running from and running to at the same time,” and it’s a story that will stay with readers long after the final pages. About LEAVING LYMON A companion novel to Finding Langston, recipient of a Coretta Scott King Writing Honor and winner of the Scott O’Dell Award for Historical Fiction. Behind every bad boy is a story worth hearing and at least one chance for redemption. It’s 1946 and Lymon, uprooted from his life in the Deep South and moved up North, needs that chance. Lymon’s father is, for the time being, at Parchman Farm–the Mississippi State Penitentiary–and his mother, whom he doesn’t remember all that much, has moved North. Fortunately, Lymon is being raised by his loving grandparents. Together, Lymon and his grandpops share a love of music, spending late summer nights playing the guitar. But Lymon’s world as he knows it is about to dissolve. He will be sent on a journey to two Northern cities far from the country life he loves–and the version of himself he knows. In this companion novel to the Coretta Scott King Honor-winning Finding Langston, readers will see a new side of the bully Lymon in this story of an angry boy whose raw talent, resilience, and devotion to music help point him in a new direction. ABOUT Lesa Cline-Ransome Lesa Cline-Ransome is the writer of many picture books. Her picture book biography titles include Satchel Paige, Major Taylor, Champion Cyclist, Young Pele, Soccer’s First Star, Helen Keller, The World in Her Heart, Before There was Mozart and Words Set me Free: The Story of Young Frederick Douglass. Other titles are Quilt Alphabet, Quilt Counting and her newest is Light in the Darkness, A Story about How Slaves Learned in Secret. Originally from Malden, Massachusetts, Lesa has worked as a proofreader, fashion copywriter, publicist, teacher in the New York City Schools, and taught writing for adults. She has a B.F.A. in Merchandising and Management from Pratt Institute and an M.A. in Education from N.Y.U. She lives in Rhinebeck, New York and with her husband and frequent collaborator, illustrator James Ransome, four children and St. Bernard, Nola. ABOUT James Ransome James is both a painter and award-winning illustrator, with work exhibited in both private and public art collections. He has illustrated over 50 books, and his awards include the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Picture Book Honor and the ALA Notable Book Award forSky Boys; the Coretta Scott King Honor for Uncle Jed’s Barbershop; the Coretta Scott King and IBBY awards for Creation; the NAACP Image Award for Let My People Go and Our Children Can Soar; and the Simon Wiesenthal Museum of Tolerance Award, Rip Van Winkle Award, SEBA Best Book of the Year Award and Dutchess County Executive Art Award for Individual Artist. Sponsored by HOLIDAY HOUSE CONNECT WITH Lesa Website | Twitter WATCH Lesa’s writing series, PAST PRESENT on KidLit TV CONNECT WITH JAMES Website | Instagram | Facebook WATCH James’ drawing tutorials on YOUNG AT ART on KidLit TV The post KidLit RADIO: StoryMakers with Lesa Cline-Ransome and James Ransome appeared first on KidLit TV....moreCopy Link

As we await word about season 3 of Ooh You’re In Trouble, we’re sharing a story from our friends at The Milky Way Underground - a brand new tween podcast coming to TRAX. What is Milky Way Underground? An immersive fantasy about 2 kids on a journey to find their dad only to find themselves thrust into a strange and mysterious world. Want more Trouble in your life? We do too!! Click this link to tell our network TRAX why you want more episodes of Ooh You’re In Trouble.

Pierce Freelon is an inspiration.  He's a musician, politician, and educator.  He has a brand new record called 'Black to the Future' which just came out a couple of weeks ago.  I really enjoyed learning from him and hearing all about his inspiration(s) for making music.  Make sure to listen all the way to the end to hear the song 'Braid My Hair'.   Continue reading Episode #279 – Pierce Freelon on the site.

It’s our season finale! We can’t believe we finally made it here. One question we asked every participant on the show this season was especially important for us. Why? To help you. That question was: What would you tell your younger self? Today we’re hearing the story of our awesome host, Samantha Logan. Let’s hear what she would say. We Got You is a podcast that gives a voice to every kid out there who doesn’t have anyone to go to, with advice straight from teens who've been there before. Doesn't feel right to start a big conversation with your friends? Not the right time to take it to your older siblings or parents? We got you. Hosted by Samantha Logan (Netflix's 13 Reasons Why; Netflix’s All American, Freeform's The Fosters), We Got You is a weekly advice podcast where teens answer the biggest questions from middle schoolers across the country on life, loneliness and an uncertain future. Don’t sleep on the ultimate coming of age companion for navigating the chaos of the 21st Century. Listen, subscribe and survive today. We Got You is a production of Sonic Union for TRAX with support from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Find out more at www.wegotyoushow.com...moreCopy Link