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Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families

Bedtime History

Bedtime History is a series of educational, relaxing stories for kids and families. Learn about inspirational characters such as Jackie Robinson, Sacajawea, Neil Armstrong, and Maya Angelou. Other topics include space exploration, current events, and great feats of engineering such as The Transcontinental Railroad.

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3:45

Hieroglyphs: Cracking the Code of Ancient Egypt

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2025/05/08

Before there were letters, there were pictures! In this episode, we explore Egyptian hieroglyphs—how they worked, who used them, and how they were carved into tombs, temples, and scrolls. Plus, we’ll discover how a lost language was finally decoded with the help of the Rosetta Stone. 🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari! 📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts here: https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7

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10:08

United Tribes: The Iroquois Confederacy

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2025/05/05

Long before the United States was formed, Native nations in the northeast joined together to keep peace and solve problems. They called it the Iroquois Confederacy. In this episode, we’ll explore how these six nations worked as one, using wisdom, councils, and something called the Great Law of Peace. Learn how this powerful idea of unity shaped their world—and even inspired others around the globe.📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts

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5:04

Chichén Itzá: A Mayan Wonder

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2025/05/01

Deep in the jungles of Mexico, a great Mayan city once stood. In this episode, we visit Chichen Itza to uncover its towering pyramid, its ancient ball court, and the clever ways its people used the stars and the sun. Learn how this city tells the story of a brilliant civilization.📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts here: https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7

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10:22

Exploring Ocean Habitats

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2025/04/28

The ocean is more than water—it’s full of life! In this episode, we dive into the amazing ecosystems beneath the waves. From colorful coral reefs to the darkest depths of the sea, we’ll learn how ocean animals and plants work together to survive. Find out who eats what, who helps who, and why a healthy ocean matters for the whole planet—even for people who live far from the shore!📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts

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8:44

Introducing Bedtime Safari!

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2025/04/25

We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari! In each episode, we’ll journey to a different corner of the world where we’ll learn about he ecosystems, animals, cultures, and the fascinating history that makes each place unique. Don't worry about Bedtime History, it will keep releasing weekly. But if you enjoy Bedtime History, I think you’re going to love Bedtime Safari! Click here to listen to more episodes and subscribe: Apple Podcasts:

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5:38

Caesar Chavez: Fighting for Fairness

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2025/04/24

Cesar Chavez believed that everyone should be treated with respect—especially the people who grow our food. In this episode, we learn how he organized peaceful protests and marches to stand up for farm workers’ rights. His story shows how kindness, courage, and unity can bring big change. 🎉 Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari! 📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts here: https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7

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11:33

The Story of Us: The Journey of Humankind

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2025/04/21

Before smartphones, cars, or even books, people lived very different lives. In this episode, we travel way back in time to explore how humans first lived, moved, learned, and grew together. From early tools to the first villages, discover how the story of humankind is really the story of all of us—and how it’s still being written today.Check out our new show, Bedtime Safari! 📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts

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6:26

Burj Khalifa: Engineering the Impossible

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2025/04/17

The Burj Khalifa stretches so high, it touches the clouds! In this episode, we take a look at the tallest building in the world—how it was built, what’s inside, and why it stands as a symbol of creativity and engineering. Get ready to look up… way up!📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts here: https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7

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9:17

A Day in a Japanese Village

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2025/04/14

What’s it like to live in a quiet village in Japan? In this episode, we explore the daily rhythms of rural life—walking to school past rice fields, helping with family gardens, joining in colorful festivals, and learning traditions passed down for generations. Discover how village life in Japan is different from the city—and how it’s full of its own kind of magic.📺 YouTube 👍 Facebook | Instagram 🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia" Share your thoughts

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4:41

Booker T. Washington: From Enslavement to Education

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2025/04/10

Booker T. Washington was born into slavery, but he became one of the most respected teachers and leaders in American history. In this episode, we explore how he worked hard to get an education, opened a school for Black students, and inspired people with his words and actions. His story is one of courage, learning, and helping others rise.📺 YouTube👍 Facebook | Instagram🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"Share your thoughts here:https://forms.gle/AV3cWqMPTujDTMSK7 See

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9:32

The Rise of Robots: Pop Culture History

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2025/04/07

From the helpful Baymax to the brave Transformers, robots have been stealing the spotlight in movies, shows, and books! In this episode, we dive into some of the coolest and funniest robots in pop culture. Why do we love them so much? What can we learn from our favorite bots? Get ready for some beeps, laughs, and robot facts in this fun-filled episode made just for kids! 📺 YouTube👍 Facebook | Instagram🇲🇽 Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"Share your thoughts

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7:01

Susan B. Anthony: A Brave Voice for Women’s Rights

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2025/03/24

Susan B. Anthony was a brave leader who fought for women to have the right to vote. She gave speeches, worked with other activists, and never gave up, even when people told her she couldn't make a difference. She was even arrested for voting when it was against the law for women! Her hard work helped change history, leading to the 19th Amendment, which gave women the right to vote. 📺YouTube👍Facebook|Instagram🇲🇽Spanish | "Déjame contarte la Historia"Share your thoughts

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9:21

Temple Grandin: Caring Animal Scientist

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2025/03/17

Temple Grandin is an amazing scientist who thinks in pictures instead of words. This helped her create new ways to make farms safer and kinder for animals. When she was little, she was diagnosed with autism, but she didn’t let that stop her from changing the world. Now, she teaches people about animals and how different kinds of brains can do incredible things. In this episode, we’ll learn about her life, her ideas, and how she made a big difference. Whether you love animals or just

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9:18

Ancient China's Greatest Inventions

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2025/03/03

China has a long history of innovation, giving the world some of its most groundbreaking inventions. From the compass that guided explorers to the printing press that spread knowledge, these discoveries shaped global civilization. In this episode, we’ll explore the famous Four Great Inventions—papermaking, printing, the compass, and gunpowder—along with lesser-known but equally fascinating creations like silk, porcelain, and early seismographs. Join us as we dive into the ingenuity

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7:46

Johannes Gutenberg: Pioneer of the Information Age

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2025/02/24

A long time ago, people had to copy books by hand, which took a very long time. Then, Johannes Gutenberg invented a special machine called the printing press. It helped make books much faster and cheaper, so more people could read and learn new things. His invention changed the world by spreading ideas and knowledge to everyone. Without Gutenberg, we might not have books, newspapers, or even the internet the way we do today! In this episode, we’ll learn how one man’s big idea helped

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8:21

The Genius of Chimps

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2025/02/17

Chimpanzees are some of the smartest animals on the planet, showing incredible problem-solving skills, emotional intelligence, and even cultural learning. In this episode, we explore how chimps use tools, communicate, and sometimes even outperform humans in memory tests. Scientists continue to uncover the depth of their intelligence, from complex social structures to their ability to learn symbols and language. Could their cognitive abilities change how we see ourselves? Join us as we dive into the

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6:42

Pocket Power: The History of Smartphones

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2025/02/10

Phones weren’t always smart! In this episode, we’ll talk about how phones changed over time, starting with big, heavy ones that could only make calls. We’ll learn how they got smaller, faster, and smarter, turning into the smartphones we use today. We’ll talk about cool inventions like touchscreens, apps, and how phones became like tiny computers in our pockets. Plus, we’ll imagine what phones might look like in the future! 📺YouTube👍Facebook|Instagram🇲🇽Spanish |

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8:32

UAVs and Drones

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2025/02/03

Drones, or UAVs (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles), have come a long way since their early days. In this episode, we explore their history, starting with the first unmanned balloons used in war, to the advanced drones used today for photography, delivery, and more. Learn how UAVs went from military tools to everyday technology shaping industries and hobbies. We’ll dive into the key moments, innovations, and people who made drones what they are today. 📺YouTube👍Facebook|Instagram🇲🇽Spanish |

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7:20

Fire: The Spark That Changed Everything!

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2025/01/27

Fire changed everything for early humans! In this episode, we’ll learn how people first discovered fire and how it helped them survive. Fire gave them warmth, light, and a way to cook food. It also kept them safe and helped them make new tools. We’ll talk about how fire brought people together and made life better. Come along as we explore the story of how fire started to shape the world we live in today! 📺YouTube👍Facebook|Instagram🇲🇽Spanish | "Déjame contarte la

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8:21

Cats Throughout History

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2025/01/13

Cats have been part of our world for a long time, and they’ve done some pretty amazing things! In this episode, we’ll talk about famous cats from history, like the ones worshiped in ancient Egypt or the brave ship cats who sailed the seas. We’ll share fun stories about how cats became heroes, inspired myths, and even helped people in surprising ways. Get ready to learn why cats have always been so special and loved by humans! 📺YouTube👍Facebook|Instagram🇲🇽Spanish |

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