Squiz Kids
Squiz Media
Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! 10 minutes of age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Make it part of your daily routine by playing it over breakfast, during the drive to school or - for all the Squiz teachers out there - in the classroom.There's also kids v adults quizzes, a book club, kids-only Q&As (with people like the Prime Minister!), deep dives into topics kids love (from Barbie to Halloween, toys, sport, inventions, crazy science stuff, and so much more).Want a birthday shoutout? Email us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au, or visit the Squiz Kids website.PS. We do news for big people (aka adults) over on The Squiz Today - a free weekday email and podcast. Search for Squiz Today in your podcasting app, or check out The Squiz Today newsletter here.
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Jan 29, 2023 • 10min
Monday, January 30 - Back to school we go!; Egypt’s golden mummy; Rinky and Jason are tennis heroes; and Harry Styles splits his pants.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKSEgypt’s golden mummyhttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-64415816Harry Styles’ wardrobe malfunctionhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcPCRrq59r0Search For The Ultimate $5 Lunchbox Write to us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au and let us know what three things you’d put in your ultimate lunch box … we’ll read out the best ones on the podcast. #sponsoredClassroom CompanionTeachers! Want to access free, curriculum-aligned classroom resources tied to the daily podcast? Sign up to be a Squiz Kids Classroom and download the Classroom Companion each day. Made by teachers for teachers, differentiated to suit all primary school ability levels. And did we mention it’s free?NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsStay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au#Sponsored. What are the three things you are putting into your ideal lunchbox?
Jan 27, 2023 • 9min
Kids vs Adults Bumper Quiz - Australia
Squiz Kids presents our Summer Bumper S'Quizzes! Ten questions about AUSTRALIA for kids, then ten questions for adults. Whoever gets the most number of questions right, wins.
Jan 24, 2023 • 11min
Squiz the World goes to... Marshall Islands
Each week, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people.LINKS:Navigation stick charts: https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/ap-art-history/pacific-apah/micronesia-apah/v/navigation-chart-marshall-islandsA day in the life of Arno Atoll: https://www.abc.net.au/ra/pacific/people/arno.htmMarshallese chukuchuk riceballs: https://www.internationalcuisine.com/marshallese-chukuchuk/
Jan 22, 2023 • 12min
Your Shortcut to... Australia Day 2023
Squiz Kids Shortcuts give you and your primary-aged kids the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the big news stories.LINKS:Australian of the Year: https://australianoftheyear.org.au/Australia Day events around the country: https://australiaday.org.au/
Jan 20, 2023 • 12min
Kids vs Adults Bumper Quiz - Pop Culture
Squiz Kids presents our Summer Bumper S'Quizzes! Ten questions about POP CULTURE for kids, then ten questions for adults. Whoever gets the most number of questions right, wins.
Jan 17, 2023 • 9min
Squiz the World goes to... Ireland
Each week, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people.LINKS:Gaelic football explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSOe-USZzokHurling explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=biFcgUB98nsTraditional Irish stew: https://www.thespruceeats.com/traditional-irish-stew-recipe-435757
Jan 15, 2023 • 12min
Your Shortcut to... Sneakers
Squiz Kids Shortcuts give you and your primary-aged kids the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the big news stories.LINKS: Sustainable sneakers:https://goodonyou.eco/the-ultimate-guide-to-sustainable-sneakers/ https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-sneakers
Jan 13, 2023 • 10min
Kids vs Adults Bumper Quiz - Animal Kingdom
Squiz Kids presents our Summer Bumper S'Quizzes! Ten questions about the ANIMAL KINGDOM for kids, then ten questions for adults. Whoever gets the most number of questions right, wins.
Jan 10, 2023 • 12min
Squiz the World goes to... Cuba
Each week, we give the world globe a spin, and see where we land. Then we take the kids of Australia on an audio excursion to visit that country and its people.LINKS:Map: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuba#/media/File:CUB_orthographic.svg Classic Cuban cars: https://www.anywhere.com/cuba/travel-guide/classic-cars Buena Vista Social Club: https://www.buenavistasocialclub.com/ Ropa Vieja recipe: https://www.daringgourmet.com/best-ropa-vieja-the-national-dish-of-cuba/#recipe
Jan 8, 2023 • 17min
Your Shortcut to... Sharks
Squiz Kids Shortcuts give you and your primary-aged kids the who, what, when, where, why, and how of the big news stories.This podcast was brought to you in partnership with the Marine Stewardship Council. To find out how you can help the ocean visit msc.org/foreverLINKSThe marine food web, and how overfishing affects it: https://youtu.be/57QaiexyAFg What is sustainable fishing? 15 minute film: https://youtu.be/OIsA8xQ7WbQ Where to find sustainable seafood: https://www.msc.org/en-au/what-you-can-do/where-to-buy-seafood-near-me The "insane biology" of hammerhead sharks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgTbQlfOSKE
