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Got curious kids? Are you looking for safe, fun, agenda-free content to share as a family on the way to school or in your homeschool? Then the Wonder World podcast was made for you!

Join Pam, Olivia, and Thomas Barnhill as they take you and your kids on a journey of discovery every Monday. You'll learn about little know celebrations, this day in history, a weekly vocabulary word, poems, stories, and so much more.

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Got curious kids? Are you looking for safe, fun, agenda-free content to share as a family on the way to school or in your homeschool? Then the Wonder World podcast was made for you!

Join Pam, Olivia, and Thomas Barnhill as they take you and your kids on a journey of discovery every Monday. You'll learn about little know celebrations, this day in history, a weekly vocabulary word, poems, stories, and so much more.

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 27

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 27

    Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It’s Pam and Olivia back with another exciting episode. This week is filled with notable days and celebrations. Starting off with May 27th, it's Memorial Day – a time to honor and remember the brave soldiers who sacrificed for our country. Then, on May 28th, we've got International Burger Day. Who doesn't love sinking their teeth into a juicy burger, right? We share our favorite burger toppings and discuss how we like to indulge in this delicious holiday.
    But that's not all! The rest of the week brings even more fun – Flip Flop Day, Hug Your Cat Day, and World Parrot Day. Hey, even if you don't have a parrot or a cat to hug, why not give your pugs some extra love? We also bring you a word of the week – "banish" – and challenge you to incorporate it into your conversations. Plus, we’ve got a brain-teasing trivia question about intelligent birds, and a fascinating segment on historical events and famous birthdays, as well as our amazing Wonder World Kids Club members birthday shout-outs!
    Gather the whole family, grab a snack, and hit play. It's time to let Wonder World whisk you away into another fun-filled episode. See you there!
    Links and Resources:
    Parrot Facts for Kids!35 Memorial Day Activities for Kids! The Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.
    The TeamHost: Pam Barnhill
    Host: Olivia Barnhill
    Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress
    Production: Thomas Barnhill
    Graphics: Katy Wallace
    Operations: Meg Angelino

    • 6 min
    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 20

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 20

    Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia and we're ready to dive into the latest episode with all kinds of surprising celebrations and fun tidbits. The third week of May brings a handful of quirky holidays, such as "be a millionaire day" on May 20th, "lucky penny day" on May 23rd and May 26th is a double whammy with "blueberry cheesecake day" and "paper airplane day". Anyone else feeling a sudden urge to bake blueberry cheesecake and fly paper airplanes?
    But that's not all! Get ready for some hilarious jokes from our young listeners, including pizza-themed banter and a clever bowling quip. These talented jokesters never fail to bring a smile to our faces. We also have a heartwarming fable, a challenging riddle, birthday shout-outs, and don't miss the word of the week, "affluent", to add a little sophistication to your daily conversations.
    So gather the family around and tune in for an entertaining and enlightening episode of the Wonder World Podcast. Happy listening and keep on wondering!
    The Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.35+ Memorial Day Activities for Kids
    The TeamHost: Pam Barnhill
    Host: Olivia Barnhill
    Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress
    Production: Thomas Barnhill
    Graphics: Katy Wallace
    Operations: Meg Angelino

    • 6 min
    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 13

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 13

    Hey there, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia, and we're here to fill your day with wonder, poetry, and fun. We've got a week filled with delightful celebrations, including Tulip Day, National Sea Monkey Day, and more. Plus, don't miss the chance to indulge in some pizza on Pizza Party Day!
    This week we also dive into a bit of history, learning about the settlement of Jamestown, Virginia, the Lewis and Clark expedition, the declaration of Israel as an independent state, and the invention of root beer and the nickel.
    Get ready for some hilarious listener jokes, some special birthday shout-outs to our Wonder World Kids Club members, and we’ll wrap up with a lovely poem titled, "The Flower at My Window" by poet Lucien B. Watkins, evoking the beauty of a blooming flower.
    Gather the whole family, grab a snack, and hit play. It's time to let Wonder World whisk you away into another fun-filled episode. See you there!
    Links and ResourcesThe Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.Wonder World Podcast May 8, 2023
    The TeamHost: Pam Barnhill
    Host: Olivia Barnhill
    Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress
    Production: Thomas Barnhill
    Graphics: Katy Wallace
    Operations: Meg Angelino

    • 7 min
    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 6

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, May 6

    Welcome back, Wonder World listeners! It's Pam and Olivia here to take you on an exciting journey through the first full week of May. Today, we're celebrating Nurses' Day, paying tribute to the amazing work of nurses all around the world. And did you know that May 7th is not only National Teachers' Day but also Poem on Your Pillow Day?
    Join us as we delve into more interesting holidays this week, including Jamestown Day, No Socks Day, Clean Your Room Day, and even a day without shoes. We'll ponder the peculiar combination of No Socks Day and No Shoes Day being back to back. It's a real head-scratcher!
    Get ready for some giggle-worthy jokes from young listeners, some special birthday shout-outs to our Wonder World Kids Club members, and we’ll wrap up with a lovely poetic verse dedicated to all the wonderful mothers out there. Mother's Day is just around the corner, after all!
    Grab the whole family and hit play. It's time to let Wonder World sweep you away into another fun-filled episode.
    Links and ResourcesThe Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.May 1, 2023 Wonder World Podcast
    The TeamHost: Pam Barnhill
    Host: Olivia Barnhill
    Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress
    Production: Thomas Barnhill
    Graphics: Katy Wallace
    Operations: Meg Angelino

    • 7 min
    Wonder World Podcast Monday, April 29

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, April 29

    Welcome back Wonder World listeners! Pam and Olivia here, and we’re ready to kick off the last week of April and the start of May with some fascinating fun facts and of course, lots of laughter. In this episode we have unique celebrations like Honesty Day, Learn to Ride a Bike Day, and Mother Goose Day. Listen along for contributions from some of our young listeners, a word of the week to help expand your vocabulary, and an enchanting poem to stir your imagination.
    We have special birthdays to celebrate this week, including legendary race car driver Dale Earnhardt and the hilarious comedian Jerry Seinfeld, plus our Wonder World Kid's Club members. But that's not all! Tune in for intriguing historical tidbits, including the creation of a famous cartoon character in 1938 and the commencement of construction on the Panama Canal in 1904.
    So, grab the whole family, hit play, and let’s wonder together!
    Links and ResourcesThe Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.May 1, 2023 Wonder World Podcast
    The TeamHost: Pam Barnhill
    Host: Olivia Barnhill
    Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress
    Production: Thomas Barnhill
    Graphics: Katy Wallace
    Operations: Meg Angelino

    • 6 min
    Wonder World Podcast Monday, April 22

    Wonder World Podcast Monday, April 22

    Welcome back to the Wonder World Podcast! Pam and Olivia here! It’s the fourth week of April and we’re bringing you episode 55. Wondering what exciting things are happening this week? Well, April 22nd marks Passover and National Jelly Bean Day. And who could forget about Shakespeare Day on April 23rd, followed by National Pigs in a Blanket Day on April 24th? We even play a fun trivia game on the origin of pigs in a blanket, and you won't believe the answer!
    That’s not all! We dive into famous birthdays, shout-outs to our incredible Wonder Kids Club members celebrating their special days, and take a stroll through history with fascinating events from this week. Don't miss out on this week's word of the week, "nocturnal." How can you use this cool and mysterious word in your conversations this week? 
    Grab the whole family and hit play. It's time to let Wonder World whisk you away into another fun-filled episode. See you there!
    Links and ResourcesThe Wonder Kids Club - bonus audio and printables for each showSupport the show with a one-time donation.April 24, 2023 Wonder World Podcast
    The TeamHost: Pam Barnhill
    Host: Olivia Barnhill
    Research and Writing: Betsy Cypress
    Production: Thomas Barnhill
    Graphics: Katy Wallace
    Operations: Meg Angelino

    • 7 min

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