The Children's Hour - Kids Public Radio

Autism is a developmental disability, meaning people are born with autism and live with it their entire lives. If someone has autism it means their brain has trouble making sense of the world. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Autism

@DrTempleGrandin is a prominent author and speaker on both autism and animal behavior and has written numerous books about both subjects. Learn more about Temple Grandin's work. >> templegrandin.com #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Autism

Inclusivity is our theme this week with @formidableveg, @BradyRymer, @LinzMunroe, @piercefreelon, @Mr_Matt_TDM, @littlewildmusic, @IrieGoose, @BillHarleyStory, @NoodleLoafShow, @KathBee5, and more. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #KidsPublicRadio

Our library of podcasts is sure to engage young listeners with a wide range of interests. From skunks to cooking, there's something for everyone. Find all of them at childrenshour.org or your favorite streaming service. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #KidsPublicRadio

Lorenzo Manuel started impersonating Michael Jackson after the singer's death. He found impersonating Michael helped him to cope with the social pressures of middle school. @kuowradioactive reporter Meghan O’Kelly talked with Lorenzo. >> bit.ly/3KPAhb2 #TheChildrensHour

This week the Kids Crew learn about autism from the authors of A Kids Book About Autism and scientist @DrTempleGrandin about what she thinks kids with autism need to know. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Autism

Every year for National Poetry Month, @POETSorg presents Dear Poet, a free, multimedia education project designed to help teachers engage their students in poetry. Learn more, download a lesson plan, and read last year's letters at poets.org/national-poetr… #TheChildrensHour

@AllanWolf100 The podcasts go out Sundays at noon MST after all broadcasts. You can hear it now by subscribing at patreon.com/thechildrensho…

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Our guest, @AllanWolf100, is also the author of several children's books, the most recent being "The Blanket Where Violet Sits." Find more of Allan's books. >> allanwolf.com/books #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #ChildrensBooks

#FunFactFriday A cinquain poem is a one that has five lines. First is the title, second is two adjectives that describe the title, third is three verbs associated with the title, fourth is anything that relates to the title, and fifth is a synonym of the title. #TheChildrensHour

Our poetic playlist this week includes @BenTatarMusic, @ellajenkinsfilm, @NathaliaMusica, @elliottpark, @allegralevyjazz, and more. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #KidsPublicRadio

A traditional Japanese haiku is a three-line poem with seventeen syllables, written in a 5/7/5 syllable count. Haikus focus on a brief moment in time, juxtaposing two images, and creating a sudden sense of enlightenment. What would you write a haiku about? #TheChildrensHr #Haiku

Poetry slams are competitive events where poets perform spoken word poetry before a live audience and a panel of judges. Find poetry events near you. >> poets.org/poetry-near-you #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Poetry #PoetrySlam

We kick off #NationalPoetryMonth with poetry educator @AllanWolf100 and our Kids Crew. This show is full of poetry, musical and spoken, including original poems by our Crew and guest. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Poetry

On June 5, 2021, a SpaceX Dragon capsule arrived at the @Space_Station and delivered about 128 baby bobtail squid. Learn why squids are being rocketed to outer space: youtu.be/3Q_5pnxckms #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Squid

#FunFactFriday Squid have two tentacles that are longer and stronger than its eight arms. The tentacles are usually hidden from view but shoot out to capture prey. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #Squid

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Our squid-filled playlist this week includes @casparbabypants, @TheWhizpops, @littlewildmusic, @Ittybittybeats, @FredMcNaughton, @pocodrom, @parrygripp, and more. #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #KidsPublicRadio

Did you know? Squid are invertebrates, also known as mollusks. They are just like snails but do not have a protective outer shell. Learn more about squid and download the learning guide >> childrenshour.org/squid #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio

Our guest, Dr. Sarah McAnulty, founded @SkypeScientist, an organization that provides free scientific experts to any group on any topic. Learn more >> skypeascientist.com #TheChildrensHour #ChildrensPodcast #LearnWithUs #KidsPublicRadio #Education #SkypeAScientist