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Send us Fan Mail🎙️ New Episode: Albert Einstein—The Curious Scientist Who Changed How We See the Universe!Why is Albert Einstein famous—besides his unforgettable wild hair? In this fun, family-friendly episode of Check This Out! Podcast for Kids, listeners join Cece & Amy to explore the life, ideas, and lasting impact of one of history’s most influential scientists... Albert Einstein! Kids will discover:How a compass at age five sparked Einstein’s fascination with invisible forcesWhy he loved geometry and called his childhood math book his “sacred little geometry book”How he went from dropping out of school to earning a PhDWhat Einstein’s “miracle year” was and why 1905 was so importantThe basic ideas behind special and general relativityHow E = mc² connects mass and energyHow a 1919 solar eclipse made Einstein a global celebrityWhy his work helps explain GPS, stars, black holes, gravity, and moreHow Einstein’s Jewish heritage led him to flee Nazi Germany and begin a new life in the United StatesWhy curiosity, persistence, and asking “What if?” can lead to world-changing discoveriesWith playful conversation, age-appropriate explanations, a multiple-choice guessing game, fascinating facts, and a memorable closing poem, this episode makes a complicated scientific topic approachable and exciting.Parents and teachers: This episode is a great way to introduce children to physics, critical thinking, biography, world history, perseverance, and the importance of using credible, verified sources. Kids will learn that even the greatest scientists faced challenges—and that curiosity can take you anywhere.Listen, learn, imagine, and subscribe for the next adventure in science and history!#AlbertEinstein #EinsteinForKids #KidsPodcast #HistoryForKids #ScienceForKids #STEMForKids #PhysicsForKids #Relativity #EMC2 #FamousScientists #ScienceHistory #CuriosityAndLearning #EducationalPodcast #HomeschoolResources #ClassroomLearning #FamilyPodcast #KidsLearning #WomenAndMenInScience #CheckThisOutPodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn another kid-friendly episode of Check This Out!, we explore the life and legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall — from her childhood love of animals in England to her groundbreaking 60-year study of wild chimpanzees at Gombe, Tanzania. Learn how Jane’s hands-on observations revealed tool use, hunting behavior, complex emotions, and unique personalities in chimpanzees, and how she later shifted from research to global conservation and activism. We cover key milestones (meeting Dr. Leakey, earning a Ph.D. without an undergraduate degree, founding the Jane Goodall Institute and Roots & Shoots), fun stories for kids, and why her work matters today. Perfect for kids, teachers, and parents looking for an engaging, accurate introduction to animal behavior, conservation, and women in STEM. Sources: National Geographic, Britannica, Jane Goodall Institute, Achievement.org, History.com.Call to action:Subscribe to Check This Out! and visit the episode notes for links to sources and activities to learn more.Hashtags#JaneGoodall #Chimpanzees #WildlifeConservation #KidsPodcast #ChildrensEducation #WomenInSTEM #GombeResearch #AnimalBehavior #RootsAndShoots #JaneGoodallInstitute #ScienceForKids #ConservationEducation #NatureStories #STEMforKids #kidhistorypodcastSupport the show

Send us Fan MailIn this out of this world episode of the Check This Out! hosts Cece & her mom Amy explore the life and legacy of Dr. Mae Carol Jemison, the first African American woman to travel to space. Learn about childhood in Chicago, her early love of science, how she graduated high school at only 16, and her journey to Stanford and Cornell.  Plus learn about her background that led to her becoming an astronaut like her medical career, Peace Corps service, and decision to apply to NASA. Learn how Sally Ride’s flight inspired her, how the Challenger tragedy delayed the astronaut program, and how Dr. Jemison was selected to be an astronaut in 1987 and flew on Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992 as a science mission specialist. The episode explains her experiments in space, 8-day mission details, personal mementos aboard Endeavour, fluency in several languages, post-NASA career (teaching, technology company, public speaking), awards and honors, and outreach work including an international science camp for teens. Includes fun facts (appeared on Star Trek), a recap poem, and guidance on citing verified sources. Ideal for children, parents, teachers, and anyone searching for an inspiring, accessible biography of Dr. Mae Jemison and resources for classroom use.Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn the newest episode of "Check This Out! Podcast for Kids," hosts Cece and Amy celebrate International Women’s Day (a little late) with a fast-paced lightning round about eight remarkable women: Simone Biles, Misty Copeland, Billie Jean King, Maya Angelou, Queen Liliʻuokalani, Catherine the Great, and Empress Wu Zetian. Through fun facts and simple explanations, listeners learn about each woman’s achievements, leadership, creativity, and barriers they broke, from sports and dance to literature and ruling nations, plus why their stories still matter today. The episode closes with a reminder about using verified sources and encourages kids to keep exploring history and celebrating strong role models.#InternationalWomensDay #WomensHistoryForKids #KidsPodcast #STEMandArts #RoleModelsForKids #SimoneBiles #MistyCopeland #BillieJeanKing #MayaAngelou #QueenLiliuokalani #CatherineTheGreat #EmpressWuZetianSupport the show

Send us Fan MailSomething big happened in 1776 — it’s the United States’ birthday! Join Cece and special guest Madden as they explore the road to the American Revolution and the 250th anniversary coming in 2026. We’ll explain why colonists got mad at Britain, meet the Founding Fathers, and hear about three major moments from the American Revolution: The Battle of Bunker Hill, George Washington crossing the Delaware, and the big win for the American Colonists at the Battle of Yorktown in 1781. Plus you will enjoy quick trivia, a fun poem, and cool facts (like spies, Minute Men, and life in the colonies). We use trusted sources so you can learn the real story. Tune in, learn something new, and don’t forget to subscribe!Support the show