This week, we are talking about the importance of curious kids — how to raise them, how to keep them that way. And there’s no better person to join us for this chat and answer our questions than Molly Bloom of Brains On, the popular science podcast from Minnesota Public Radio for kids and parents.
She’s offering some great tips like how to answer kids’ tough questions, why kids today may be more curious than in years past, and why it’s so important for parents to let our kids know that no, we don’t always have all the answers.
Oh…and she discusses why kids are fascinated by farts. Zebra farts, specifically.
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Links to some of the topics on this week’s episode
10 fantastic, free online resources for curious kids that every parent should know
9 of the best educational YouTube channels for older kids, including TEDEd and TEDxYouth
Another great podcast for curious kids: Wow in the World with Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz
Cool Picks of the Week
Liz: U-Konserve Insulated Wine Tumblers are perfect for picnics and al fresco summer sipping.
Molly: The Kids Listen app helps you find the best kids’ podcasts.
She also loves the Bentgo bento lunch boxes for kids – and we’ve got tips for a few fun, easy bento food art ideas to fill it!
Kristen: How to find free glasses for watching the big solar eclipse on August 21.
Top photo: Leo Rivas-Micoud via Unsplash
