Real Cool History for Kids
Real Cool History for Kids is a storytelling podcast that brings history to life for curious kids and families through engaging, true stories told from a Biblical worldview. Would you like to send in an audio-request for a special episode? Go to https://angelaodell.com/real-cool-history-for-kids-home-page/ Join author and storyteller Angela O'Dell as she shares unforgettable adventures from history—from courageous heroes and incredible discoveries to fascinating events, amazing places, and surprising moments that changed the world. Every episode is carefully researched, family-friendly, and designed to spark curiosity while helping kids connect with the people and events of the past. Whether you're listening at home, on a road trip, or as part of your homeschool day, each story invites you to discover that history is one great adventure waiting to be explored. New episodes are released twice each month.
Episodes
Episode 186: The Wild Ponies of Chincoteague Island (a special episode for Adelaide)
Come along on an adventure to the coast of Virginia to discover the fascinating story of the wild ponies of Chincoteague and Assateague Islands! In this episode, we'll explore the legend of how the ponies first arrived, learn how they adapted to life on a barrier island, and discover the history behind the famous annu...
Episode 185: Isaac Cline and the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900 (a special episode for Ava and Myles)
Join us for the incredible true story of Isaac Cline, the meteorologist who faced the deadliest natural disaster in American history—the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900. Discover how hurricanes were predicted before modern technology, why Galveston was so vulnerable, and how one devastating storm...
Episode 184: The Story of the Liberty Bell (a special episode for Clara, Ellis, and Cohen)
Did you know one of America's greatest symbols of freedom almost never made it past its very first ring?
In this special America 250 episode of Real Cool History for Kids, I tell the fascinati...
Episode 183: The Real Story of Winnie-the-Pooh (a special episode for Jacob Barrett)
Episode Description:
Did you know Winnie-the-Pooh was inspired by a real bear?
In this episode of
Episode 182: Mount Rushmore, the Mountain that Became a Monument (a special episode for Denmark Hettinga)
Join us for an adventure to the Black Hills of South Dakota as we discover the incredible story behind one of America's most recognizable landmarks—Mount ...
Episode 181: Andre the Seal – The Seal Who Always Came Home (a special episode for Esther and Emilia Lane)
What happens when a tiny harbor seal is found alone on a beach in Maine?
In this heartwarming true story, requested by Esther and Emilia Lane, we discover the incredible life of Andre the Seal. Rescued by Harry Goodridge in 1961, Andre grew from a...
Episode 180: The Boston Tea Party: Tea, Taxes, and Trouble (This episode is for Max Hanna!)
In this episode of Real Cool History for Kids, we travel back to colonial Boston to learn about one of the most important events leading up to the American Revolution!
Why were the colonists so upset about tea taxes? What did "No taxation without representation" mean?...
Episode 179: The Story of Louis Zamperini (a special episode for Asher, Corban, and Titus Tittle)
Continue the learning experience for this episode by following this link!
Episode 178: Building the Panama Canal (a special episode for Emily Murrah)
Thanks so much for listening to Real Cool History for Kids! If you and your family are enjoying this adventure, I'd love to invite you to keep the fun going. You can find even more stories, activities, and resources over on my website!
Episode 177: The Adventures of Davy Crockett (a special episode for Gabriel Zamora)
Episode 176: Magawa, the HeroRat (a special episode for Anna Buckingham)
Learn more about the Celebrating 250 years of Liberty book projects at angelaodell.com!
Episode 175: Sergeant Reckless - Faithful, One Step at a Time (a special episode for Ike Bailey)
The the new 250 years of liberty projects coming soon. On March 13th, pre-orders will be opening for the new edition of My Country, My State, My Responsibility! And for the all new The Chronicles of Liberty book 1! Visit angelaodell.com to find out more!
Episode 174: Amy Carmichael, the Girl Who Said Yes to God (a special episode for Olivia Rikard)
Amy Carmichael was a little woman who said yes to her big God, and in so doing, became the hands of feet of Jesus to the lost children of southern India. Come hear the story of one of the most tenacious heroes of the Faith in Episode 174.
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Episode 173: Christopher Columbus Sails the Ocean Blue (a special episode for Eliza Lipps)
Find out more about Real Cool History for Kids Podcast show resources on the Show Homepage!
SPECIAL GUEST INFORMATION:
Explore God's Wild & Wonderful world on Nat Theo: Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible, a podcast for kids and families: https://erynlynum.com/nattheo
Have you ever heard of a bird delivering mail? We recently learned about Cher Ami, a homing pigeon who served in World War I and delivered a life-saving message that helped save many soldiers. Today, we are deep diving into how God designed homing p...
Episode 172: The Leeeeeaaaning Tower of Pisa (a special episode for Monty Goeller)
Episode 171: The Story of John Bunyan (a special episode for Ezra Scholtz)
Don't forget to follow along at angelaodell.com!
Episode 170: Sunken Ships of Lake Superior (a special episode for Warren Shea)
Episode 169: The Amazing Story of Cher Ami (a special episode for Alexi de Coup-crank)
Episode 168: Francis Marion, the Swamp Fox (a special episode for Cassandra Hayes)
Visit the Real Cool History for Kids podcast homepage at angelaodell.com.
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