Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
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Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
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 Transconti...
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Exploring Central Park's History and Beauty
Welcome to the magical world of Central Park, a big, beautiful park in the middle of a busy city! It's filled with tall trees, colorful flowers, and l...
Lost Treasures of the Titanic
Dive deep into the icy waters of the North Atlantic to discover the lost treasures of the Titanic. When the Titanic sank in 1912, it took with it a wo...
Taylor Swift: The Story Behind the Music
Taylor Swift is one of the most popular singers and songwriters in the world. Learn about her journey when she started singing country music as a teen...
The Frozen Continent: Exploring Antarctica
Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest place on Earth. It’s a frozen continent at the bottom of the world, covered almost entirely by ice. Ev...
Mary Cassatt's Colorful World
Meet Mary Cassatt, a talented artist known for her beautiful paintings of mothers and children. Born in 1844, Mary grew up in America but spent most o...
Who Was Benjamin Franklin?
Travel back in time to meet Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s most famous inventors and thinkers. Discover how he helped start the first public libr...
The Magic of Broadway: NYC's Theater History
Discover the exciting world of Broadway in New York City, where magic happens on stage. Learn how Broadway began over a hundred years ago with small t...
The Mysterious Mound Builders of Cahokia
Long before European contact, the city of Cahokia near modern-day St. Louis was home to a powerful Mississippian civilization. With massive earth moun...
Brooklyn Bridge: Building the Impossible
The Brooklyn Bridge changed the face of New York City—and of bridge-building itself. Completed in 1883, it was the longest suspension bridge of its ti...
The Curiosity of Aristotle
Aristotle was one of the greatest thinkers in history. A student of Plato and teacher to Alexander the Great, he wrote about science, ethics, governme...
Christopher Columbus: Sailing Into the Unknown
Join us as we set sail across the ocean to learn about Christopher Columbus and his famous journey in 1492! What was he looking for, and what did he a...
The Courage of Eleanor Roosevelt
Eleanor Roosevelt redefined what it meant to be First Lady. A powerful voice for human rights, she fought for justice, equality, and peace both in the...
Writing in Clay: The Story of Cuneiform
Cuneiform is one of the oldest systems of writing in the world, first used in ancient Mesopotamia over 5,000 years ago. Written on clay tablets with a...
Jose Rizal: Hero of the Phillipines
Meet José Rizal, a brave and smart hero from the Philippines! He loved to read and write, and he used his words to help his country. Rizal dreamed of...
The Rise of Cyrus the Great and the Persian Empire
Cyrus the Great was the founder of the Persian Empire, one of the largest and most influential empires in history. Known for his military brilliance,...
Arlington National Cemetery: Honoring Heroes
Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most solemn and significant places in the United States, honoring those who have served in the nation’s mili...
Thomas Jefferson: Part 2
As the third U.S. president, Thomas Jefferson made bold moves like the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the nation. But his legacy is als...
Thomas Jefferson: Part 1
Thomas Jefferson helped shape the foundation of the United States. As the main author of the Declaration of Independence, he expressed ideas about lib...
The Story of the American West
The American West is a land of vast plains, towering mountains, and legendary frontiers. This episode traces its history—from Indigenous nations to th...
Egyptian Chariots: Weapons of Speed and Power
In ancient Egypt, the chariot was a powerful weapon of war and a symbol of prestige. This episode explores how Egyptian chariot warriors fought, train...
The Haircare Millionaire: Madam C.J. Walker
Madam C.J. Walker started with almost nothing—but she had determination, creativity, and a smart plan. In this episode, kids will discover how she tur...
Bedtime Safari: When Mammoths Roamed the Land
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari!
Travel back thousands of ye...
Theodore Roosevelt: President of Action and Adventure
Theodore Roosevelt was a president, soldier, writer, explorer, and reformer who believed in action and courage. From leading the Rough Riders to break...
The Acropolis: Heart of Ancient Athens
Rising above the city of Athens, the Acropolis is one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Greece. Home to the Parthenon and other magnificent temple...
Enzo Ferrari: Driven to Win
Enzo Ferrari was more than just a car designer—he built one of the most iconic brands in automotive history. Starting as a race car driver, he founded...
Courage on the Frontier: The Buffalo Soldiers
After the Civil War, African American soldiers known as Buffalo Soldiers served in the U.S. Army, often in the western frontier. They built roads, gua...
How The Bronze Age Changed the World
The Bronze Age was a turning point in human history, when people began using bronze tools and weapons, leading to advances in farming, trade, and city...
Michelangelo: Genius of the Renaissance
Michelangelo was a Renaissance master whose work redefined art, sculpture, and architecture. Known for the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the statue of David...
Maria Montessori: A Pioneer in Education
Join us as we explore the fascinating life of Maria Montessori, the amazing woman who transformed the way children learn. Discover how her unique appr...
Levi Strauss and the Gold Rush
Levi Strauss didn’t dig for gold—he built something even better. In this episode, kids will learn how Levi used smart thinking, frugality, and hard wo...
Bedtime Safari: Bruges, Belgium
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari!
Step into the cobblestone s...
Crazy Horse: Warrior of the Plains
Crazy Horse was a Lakota war leader who fought to protect his people and their land during the 19th century. He played a major role in resisting U.S....
The Story of the Alphabet
Today we use letters every day, but the alphabet had to be invented. Ancient peoples like the Phoenicians and Greeks created systems to represent soun...
Ashurbanipal: Warrior King and Scholar
Ashurbanipal was one of the last great kings of the Assyrian Empire, ruling in the 7th century BCE. He is known for creating one of the world’s first...
Can Money Grow Like a Tree?
In this episode, we explore how money can grow when it’s invested wisely, just like an acorn becomes an oak tree. We’ll hear stories about famous peop...
The Diary of Anne Frank
Anne Frank was a young Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis in Amsterdam during World War II. While in hiding, she wrote a diary that became one of the...
The Story of the Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world. Built in the 1600s by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his wife,...
Raphael: Master of the Renaissance
Raphael was one of the greatest painters of the Italian Renaissance. Known for his soft, balanced style and graceful figures, he created famous works...
How the Space Race Changed the World
In the mid-20th century, the United States and the Soviet Union competed to control the future of space. This was the Space Race—an intense rivalry th...
Amelia Edwards: Explorer of Ancient Egypt
Amelia Edwards was a 19th-century British writer, traveler, and pioneering Egyptologist. After a trip to Egypt changed her life, she dedicated herself...