Common Sense Media Review
By Desireelw29 , based on child development research. How do we rate?
Strange and unexplained mysteries for kids; some spookiness.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 6+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Listen
Parent and Kid Reviews
What's It About?
In THE MYSTERY KIDS PODCAST, former elementary school teacher and mom, Tess O'Driscoll explores the facts surrounding strange and unusual stories from all over the world. Weekly podcasts explore well-known and lesser- known cases of unusual disasters, eerie creatures and unbelievable instances. Stories are told using kid-friendly language.
Is It Any Good?
Children and adults interested in strange facts will find this podcast engaging and entertaining! The Mystery Kids Podcast is an informational and fun way for children to explore the mysteries of the world.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about whether the stories presented in The Mystery Kids Podcast are real or make-believe. How can you tell if a story is fake? What are some ways you can fact check?
Consider researching additional videos or news stories associated with the stories presented in podcast episodes.
Why is it important to be curious about the world around you?
What is critical thinking? Why is it important?
Sometimes people believe stories of fantastical creatures and events they have never seen. They even pass these stories on to others without knowing if they are true. This is how folklore is created! Why do you think people pass on stories that may not be true?
Podcast Details
- Release date: July 9, 2020
- Genre: Mystery
- Average Run Time: 18 minutes
- Website: https://www.mysterykidspodcast.com/
- Host: Tess O'Driscoll
- Production Company and Network: Independent
- Pricing structure: Paid, Free (2 bonus episodes per month available on www.patreon.com for $5 per month)
- Topics: Monsters, Ghosts, and Vampires , Ocean Creatures , Science and Nature , Space and Aliens
- Character Strengths: Curiosity
- Last updated: October 5, 2022
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