Time for Kids Explains

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EDUCATION FOR KIDS

TFK Kid Reporters from Time for Kids magazine bring you the news of the week, with stories, interviews, quizzes, games, and more!

01/05/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Heroes for the Environment

TFK Kid Reporters Celsey, Zarita, Shaivi and Kellen hear from people who make it a daily practice to help the planet, including Jane Goodall, the world’s leading expert on chimpanzees, and Vanessa Nakate, a climate activist from Uganda. Plus, hear a debate about electric cars and the habits for the planet of TFK Kid Reporters.

30 min
03/04/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Time Off

TFK Kid Reporters Zarita and Kellen talk about sports, games, writing and other things to do with your time off. TFK Kid Reporter Mason interviews Sean Gregory about his interview with NY Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge. Plus, hear about Ethipian Girl Skaters, learn how a picture book was created using AI, and take a Hot Seat Quiz about daylight saving time.

26 min
06/03/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Kids' Daily Life

TFK Kid Reporters Shaivi and Kellen take a look inside a school of the future and invite other TFK Kid Reporters to imagine their own future school. TFK Kid Reporter Mason talks with pickleballer Olivia Sutton about the fast-growing sport, and TFK Kid Reporter Zarita meets the new National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, Meg Medina.

30 min
06/02/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Leading the Way

TFK Kid Reporters Mason and Shaivi look at different expressions of leadership, from Volodymyr Zelensky to Blackpink to Venessa E. Wyche, Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center. TFK Kid Reporter Gabri interviews Sam Rapoport about bringing women into the NFL, and TFK Kid Reporters Kellen and Zarita learn about Gustavo Dudamel, Conductor of the LA Philharmonic.

24 min
02/01/2023 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Looking Back

TFK Kid Reporters Shaivi and David look back on 2022 and try to identify the year's big news stories from notable quotes. TFK Kid Reporters Gabri and Zarita cover some of the best inventions of the year and TFK Kid Reporter Lucy talks about The Year in Pictures with art director Stephen Blue. Plus, a look back at the 100th Anniversary of the discovery of King Tut's tomb and 50 years of Rubik's cubes.

27 min
05/12/2022 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

Reality Check

TFK Kid Reporters Gabri and Mason share stories that seem far-fetched, but are actually real, including two stories about NASA. TFK Kid Reporter David learns about NASA's Dart Mission to keep Earth safe from asteroids, and TFK Kid Reporter Lucy learns about nature's survivors–tardigrades. Plus, play a hot seat quiz about the US midterm elections, join a debate about cell phones, and cook ramen soup along with TFK Kid Reporters Ronak and Kellen.

25 min
07/11/2022 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

One Person’s Impact

Kid Reporters David and Ronak discover how a single person's efforts can make big changes in the world, like how Tariq Qaiser is working to save mangrove trees in Pakistan, photographer Levon Biss encourages people to care about insects through his work, and teen Emily Bhatnagar's community book drive. We also hear from TFK Kid Reporters about their hometown heroes.

26 min
03/10/2022 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

End of the Reign

Kid Reporters Lucy, Gabri and David report on big changes happening in the world, from King Charles taking the British throne to Serena Williams stepping away from tennis. Plus, with changes in technology, a debate about whether we still need to send humans into space, and more!

24 min

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FICTION
When a tween boy discovers that he has the ability to move freely between the world of dreams and reality, he quickly finds himself living a nightmare. Evan Rickert has always had vivid dreams but the one he has on the eve of his 12th birthday—in which his parents give him a dog named Luna—feels especially real. So when he wakes up and realizes it was just a dream, disappointment sets in. But not for long. Because, wait…what’s that barking? Luna’s in his room! So, it wasn’t a dream? With the help of his friends, a reappearing stranger and a mysterious organization called the Dream Academy, Evan must confront his greatest fears to discover what it means to be a Dream Breacher. A high stakes sci-fi mystery adventure about the highs and lows of having all your dreams come true - perfect for kids 8-12.

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STORIES FOR KIDS
It's Grimm fairy tales like you've never heard before! On every episode of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest, bestselling author Adam Gidwitz retells a classic fairy tale to a group of inquisitive kids, who anticipate plot twists, crack jokes, and share their own perspectives on these very Grimm tales. Every episode is rated on a scale of Grimm, Grimmer, or Grimmest, so you can choose your level of spookiness! A multi award-winning storytelling podcast, this Parent's Choice Gold Winner features stories about kids' favorite fairy tale characters like Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin, and Red Riding Hood with hilarious and unique twists. Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening! Want more episodes now? Visit pinna.fm and use code GRIMM for a discount after a 7-day FREE trial!

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STORIES FOR KIDS
Buckle up for Don’t Break the Rules, the hilarious comedy game show where four voice actors transform into brand new characters based on prompts written by kids! Hosted by the fantastic Carly Ciarrocchi, this Parent’s Choice Recommended Award Winner is guaranteed to have kids in stitches and grown-ups amazed by the on-the-spot comedic performances. Ready to jump in? Pick any episode and start listening! Great for kids ages 6 - 12. Want more episodes now? Subscribe on Apple Podcasts for early access and ad-free listening. Or listen to this show and many more on the Pinna app when you subscribe at pinna.fm.

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STORIES FOR KIDS
Join Alfie and his babysitter, Quentin, on alphabet adventures spanning A to Z. Each day, they journey down a magical sidewalk to fantastic destinations where they explore letter sounds, sing songs, and meet new friends. Parents' Choice Foundation Gold Award Winner, this fun adventure podcast introduces kids aged 3-5 to the alphabet, teaching them phonological awareness, a critical skill reading skill.

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EDUCATION FOR KIDS
In this prequel to Hero Hotel, Glowis Glaine is a podcaster and an investigative reporter for the Global Gazette. With her recorder in hand, Glowis hits the streets of Cityberg investigating criminal origins, the small crimes that lead to bigger crimes... stealing candy from a baby, getting caught in the cookie jar, or liar liars whose pants are on fire.

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STORIES FOR KIDS