Podcasts are great for listening to on a walk, in the car, or wherever you are with a pair of headphones, and you can find one on just about any topic of interest. If you're a mom who loves a good podcast [1] and wants to spread the love to your little ones — or maybe you just can't stand another second of Kidz Bop or Frozen songs in the car — there are a bunch of 'casts aimed at kids that are perfect for keeping them busy [2] wherever they are (no matter how many times you've heard "I'm bored" so far today).
Read through for a variety of podcasts for kids of all ages.
For the story-lover:
- Storynory [3]: For kids of any age, this podcast consists of fairy tales, poems, myths, new children's stories, and more.
- Sparkle Stories Podcast [4]: Original and imaginative audio stories for families that teach love, respect, kindness, and wonder.
- Story Time [5]: For kids ages 2-12 you'll find stories around 20 minutes to help ease your child into their bedtime routine [6].
- Stories [7]: For imaginative children of all ages, these stories range from classic story retellings to original works.
- Book Club For Kids [8]: Like book club for young readers, this 'cast conducts discussions about books along with a celebrity reader and author interviews.
For the little scientist:
- Tumble [9]: For kids ages 8-12 to hear stories of science discoveries.
- The Radio Adventures of Dr. Floyd Official Podcast [10]: For kids of all ages, this podcast follows the fictional adventures of the World's Most Brilliant Scientist, Dr. Floyd, who learns about history while trying to defeat his arch-nemesis, Dr. Steve.
- Brains On! [11]: This podcast for families features kid scientists who answer some of the most curious science questions.
For the entertainment enthusiast:
- MuggleCast [12]: For a Harry Potter [13] lover of any age, this podcast discusses everything in the wizarding world.
- Podcast Kid [14]: Father-daughter team James and Jenna discuss daily issues, as well as books, movies, TV, and games.
For the musically inclined:
- OWTK Kid's Music Monthly Podcast [15]: For the whole family, discover new kid music that isn't Kidz Bop.
- Spare the Rock, Spoil the Child Playlists [16]: Discover indie music aimed at kids that parents most certainly won't hate.
For the visual learners:
- Kid Friday [17]: This video podcast discusses everything technology-based from kid apps and games to news and current events.
- StoryCub [18]: Preschoolers can watch and listen to a new picture book every episode.
- Sesame Street Podcast [19]: Young Sesame Street lovers will enjoy these short clips featuring their favorite characters who sing quirky songs and discuss friendship, sharing, patience, and more.