But Why

This fun podcast answers kids' questions about the big interesting world. A podcast where kids ask the questions and the host answers anything about the world and words Jane Lindholm is recognized with regional and national awards for her interviews and transferred this to finding great interviewees to answer fun questions by kids all over the world. Download and play the podcast It is an educational and fun podcast This is a streaming service so perhaps not suited for those without access to internet.

Grades: All ages

Cost: Support Vermont Public Radio, the producers of the show

OTHER DETAILS

Key features

Type of Tool: Podcast

Time required: Episodes run about 20 minutes

Special Needs:

Literacy Requirement (does a child need to know how to read):

Screens

Screens:  No screens

Online requirement:

Time

Parent/Caregiver Involvement: Parent/Teacher/Caregiver Help is NOT Necessary. Kids can use this independently.

Prep Time:  No prep time required

Other characteristics

Modality: Audio

Adaptive: No, it is the same for every student

Educational Philosophy: Not really, doesn't seem to be influenced by a particular educational philosophy

Other characteristics:   STEM, Inclusive of diverse viewpoints and perspectives, Fun and entertaining

Accountability

Assessment: No, there is no assessment component

State Standards: No

Teacher Accounts:

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https://www.vpr.org/programs/why-podcast-curious-kids#stream/0

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