Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
Bedtime History is a series of educational, relaxing stories for kids and families. Learn about inspirational characters such as Jackie Robinson, Sacajawea, Neil Armstrong, and Maya Angelou. Other topics include space exploration, current events, and great feats of engineering such as The Transcontinental Railroad.
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August 7, 2025 • 6 mins
Levi Strauss didn’t dig for gold—he built something even better. In this episode, kids will learn how Levi used smart thinking, frugality, and hard work to grow a tiny dry goods business into one of the most famous clothing companies in the world.
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August 6, 2025 • 9 mins
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Step into the cobblestone streets of Bruges, a beautifully preserved medieval city in Belgium. With winding canals, Gothic architecture, and centuries-old market squares, Bruges feels like stepping back in time. This episode explores the city’s rise as a trading power, its stunning art and architecture, and why it remains one of Europ...
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August 4, 2025 • 8 mins
Crazy Horse was a Lakota war leader who fought to protect his people and their land during the 19th century. He played a major role in resisting U.S. expansion, including at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Known for his courage and quiet strength, he remains a symbol of Native resistance and pride. This episode explores his life, legacy, and the world he fought to defend.
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July 31, 2025 • 8 mins
Today we use letters every day, but the alphabet had to be invented. Ancient peoples like the Phoenicians and Greeks created systems to represent sounds with symbols, making reading and writing faster and more accessible. This episode traces the alphabet’s journey from pictures and symbols to the ABCs we know today—and explains how it transformed human communication.
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July 28, 2025 • 10 mins
Ashurbanipal was one of the last great kings of the Assyrian Empire, ruling in the 7th century BCE. He is known for creating one of the world’s first libraries in Nineveh and for his military victories that expanded Assyria’s power. This episode explores how Ashurbanipal combined knowledge and force to shape the ancient world—and how his library helped preserve history.
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July 24, 2025 • 9 mins
In this episode, we explore how money can grow when it’s invested wisely, just like an acorn becomes an oak tree. We’ll hear stories about famous people like Warren Buffett, Oprah, Beyoncé, and Walt Disney, who started small and grew something amazing by saving, working hard, and making smart choices. This episode will help kids understand how money works and why learning about investing early can lead to big things later in life.
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July 21, 2025 • 7 mins
Anne Frank was a young Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis in Amsterdam during World War II. While in hiding, she wrote a diary that became one of the most famous books of the 20th century. Her words capture the fear, hope, and strength of someone growing up in the darkest of times. This episode explores Anne’s life, her legacy, and the lessons her story still teaches today.
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July 17, 2025 • 10 mins
The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world. Built in the 1600s by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his wife, it’s a masterpiece of white marble and Islamic architecture. This episode explores the love story, artistry, and engineering behind this iconic structure—and why the Taj Mahal still stands as a symbol of eternal love.
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July 14, 2025 • 8 mins
Raphael was one of the greatest painters of the Italian Renaissance. Known for his soft, balanced style and graceful figures, he created famous works like The School of Athens and beautiful portraits of the Madonna. Working in Rome, he became a favorite of popes and helped design parts of the Vatican. This episode looks at his short but brilliant life and the art that still inspires people today.
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July 10, 2025 • 9 mins
In the mid-20th century, the United States and the Soviet Union competed to control the future of space. This was the Space Race—an intense rivalry that led to amazing scientific advances, including the first satellite, the first human in space, and the Apollo 11 moon landing. This episode explores how politics, fear, and ambition launched humanity into space—and why the Space Race changed the world forever.
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July 6, 2025 • 9 mins
Amelia Edwards was a 19th-century British writer, traveler, and pioneering Egyptologist. After a trip to Egypt changed her life, she dedicated herself to preserving ancient monuments and studying the history of the Nile. Her work helped spark global interest in ancient Egypt and led to the founding of the Egypt Exploration Fund. This episode explores how Edwards combined her love of storytelling and science to leave a lasting legac...
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July 4, 2025 • 8 mins
On the night of December 25, 1776, General George Washington led a daring and risky crossing of the icy Delaware River during the American Revolution. Facing defeat and low morale, Washington’s surprise attack on Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey, became a turning point in the war. With harsh winter weather, dangerous river conditions, and exhausted troops, the crossing was a bold gamble—and it worked. This episode explores the...
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July 3, 2025 • 6 mins
Cowboys are often shown in movies, but what was their real life like? Find out what cowboys did every day, where they worked, and how they became symbols of adventure and the American West.
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July 1, 2025 • 7 mins
While the American Revolution is often told through the actions of soldiers and founding fathers, women played vital and often overlooked roles in the fight for independence. From spies and messengers to nurses, fundraisers, and even battlefield participants, women supported the cause in powerful ways. Figures like Deborah Sampson, who disguised herself as a soldier, and Molly Pitcher, who brought water to troops under fire, showed...
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June 30, 2025 • 10 mins
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In each episode, we’ll journey to a different corner of the world where we’ll learn about he ecosystems, animals, cultures, and the fascinating history that makes each place unique.
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June 30, 2025 • 8 mins
LeBron James is one of the greatest basketball players of all time—but his story goes way beyond the court. From growing up in Akron, Ohio, to winning championships and starting schools, LeBron has used his talent and voice to make a big impact. In this episode, we’ll follow his journey, learn what makes him a leader, and see how hard work and heart helped him rise to the top.
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June 26, 2025 • 6 mins
Long ago, King Hammurabi of Babylon wrote down a set of laws to keep order in his kingdom. Some were fair, others surprising! Travel back 4,000 years to learn what people thought was right and wrong back then.
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June 23, 2025 • 9 mins
Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison for standing up to unfair laws in South Africa. When he was finally free, he helped bring peace to a divided country. Hear how one man’s bravery helped change the world.
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June 16, 2025 • 9 mins
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and a powerful moment in American history. On June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved people in Texas finally learned they were free. That day became known as Juneteenth, short for “June Nineteenth.” Families and communities began celebrating with music, food, and joy. Today, Juneteenth is a national holiday that honors the end of slavery and reminds us to keep w...
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June 16, 2025 • 8 mins
Picasso didn’t just paint—he changed how people saw the world. From strange shapes to powerful pictures, discover how he used art to express ideas and feelings in bold, new ways.
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