

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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Sep 7, 2022 • 9min
Thursday, September 8 - Aussie hopes dashed at US Open; turning plastic into diamonds; Jess Mauboy’s indigenous lesson; and Charlotte the pet crocodile.
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. LINKSJess Mauboy does heads, shoulders, knees and toeshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xBHaEOfdO5UCharlotte the crochttps://www.abc.net.au/triplej/programs/hack/inside-the-wild-world-of-pet-croc-ownership/101406524Squiz Kids For Schools Term 4 Promo Offer:Access all of our content for the special Term 4 price of only $39.95.https://www.squizkids.com.au/free-trial/NewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Sep 6, 2022 • 11min
Wednesday, September 7 - Farm kids key to allergy fight; Titanic tourism takes off; Squiz-E tackles the trolls; and the battle of the TV dragons.
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. LINKSTitanic - deep dive videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x40SAJS2whYSquiz Kids For Schools Term 4 Promo Offer:Access all of our content for the special Term 4 price of only $39.95.https://www.squizkids.com.au/free-trial/NewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Sep 5, 2022 • 9min
Tuesday, September 6 - Aussies make history at US Open; Ethiopia’s skater girls; turning crab shells into batteries; and here comes the Poopy Diaper song.
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. LINKSEthiopia’s skater girlshttps://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-62690976Poopy Stupid Butt:https://youtu.be/x273hYfUoM4The Poopy Diaper Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yd57PpDmXcSquiz Kids For Schools Term 4 Promo Offer:Access all of our content for the special Term 4 price of only $39.95.https://www.squizkids.com.au/free-trial/NewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Sep 4, 2022 • 9min
Monday, September 5 - AFL finals frenzy; how whales send their song across the globe; Farewell Serena, hello Oscar; and Janus, the two headed tortoise.
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. LINKSJanus the two headed tortoisehttps://www.reuters.com/lifestyle/oddly-enough/double-celebration-two-headed-tortoise-janus-turns-25-2022-09-02/Squiz Kids For Schools Term 4 Promo Offer:Access all of our content for the special Term 4 price of only $39.95.https://www.squizkids.com.au/free-trial/NewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Sep 1, 2022 • 12min
Friday, September 2 - Sending babies to work; the man who kisses alligators; Serena’s big tennis win; and how to build a shark.
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. LINKSWallygator’s Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/wallygatornjoie/How to build a shark: https://www.smh.com.au/culture/art-and-design/foam-fibreglass-and-fake-teeth-how-to-build-a-shark-20220830-p5bdz6.htmlSquiz Kids For Schools Term 4 Promo Offer:Access all of our content for the special Term 4 price of only $39.95.https://www.squizkids.com.au/free-trial/NewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Aug 31, 2022 • 11min
Thursday, September 1 - Super botanists to the rescue; a tale of two tomato incidents; how dolphins set up their mates; and the man who paddled a pumpkin.
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. LINKSTomatoes on a freewayhttps://edition.cnn.com/2022/08/30/us/california-interstate-80-tomato-spill-trnd/index.htmlLa Tomatina tomato throwing festivalhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b9VgswyMEZwPumpkin paddlinghttps://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-62716252Squiz Kids For Schools Term 4 Promo Offer:Access all of our content for the special Term 4 price of only $39.95.https://www.squizkids.com.au/free-trial/NewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Aug 30, 2022 • 11min
Wednesday, August 31 - Moon mission aborted; Sloth fur medicine; Serena’s US Open farewell; and don’t drink your own wee.
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. LINKSArtemis 1 rocket launch aborted - VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYsC5xkEJqEArtemis 1 Mission: the journey - VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-TiP7onEmo&t=17sSloth sanctuary: VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dL-VrVlv3XoNewshoundsRegister your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsAre you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auSquiz Kids for Schools:Teachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Aug 29, 2022 • 10min
Tuesday, August 29 - Banning mobile phones in school; Ninja dog stops bear attack; L’il Nas X wins music video awards; and Wally the emotional support alligator.
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. LINKSWally the emotional support alligatorhttps://edition.cnn.com/videos/us/2022/08/28/emotional-support-alligator-philadelphia-pennsylvania-ndwknd-vpx.cnn/video/playlists/atv-trending-videos/Are you a teacher and want to work for Squiz Kids?Send us an email, with your CV to squizschools@thesquiz.com.auNewshounds: Register your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsTeachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Aug 28, 2022 • 10min
Monday, August 29 - Countdown to moon mission; Pakistan’s monsoon floods; beauty queen goes make-up free; and behold the T-Rex Derby.
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. LINKSArtemis 1: Moon rocket - VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wu4D-Db678&t=395sPakistan floodshttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-62704004T-Rex Derby- VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVwtJ5qxbpkMelisa Raouf and the other Miss England finalists: https://edition.cnn.com/style/article/miss-england-finalist-no-makeup-intl-scli-gbr/index.htmlNewshounds: Register your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsTeachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Aug 25, 2022 • 11min
Friday, August 26 - Dinosaur footprints in riverbed; Teen pilot breaks a Guinness Record; big weekend for AFLW; and Australia’s best vanilla slice.
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. LINKSDinosaur drought discovery: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-08-25/drought-uncovers-dinosaur-tracks-in-us-park/101369122Acrocanthosaurus: videohttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h8s_6ZECpLkAcrocanthosaurus: fact sheethttps://www.thoughtco.com/things-to-know-acrocanthosaurus-1093769Sauroposeidon; fact sheethttps://dinosaurpictures.org/Sauroposeidon-picturesNewshounds: Register your interest in our new media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshoundsTeachers: Did you know that you can access curriculum-aligned, differentiated resources related to each day’s podcast episode with a Squiz Kids for Schools subscription? Check it all out with a FREE 30 Day Trial.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids For Schools Instagram!Parents: Unlock a heap of bonus content with our Squiz Kids Subscriber Specials, only on Apple Podcasts. There’s a 7-day free trial, and you’ll get access to the whole back catalogue of Shortcuts, quizzes, and Squiz The World episodes.Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram!Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au