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*Visual Podcast on Youtube* A Family-Friendly and Educational Podcast for Everyone! Geared to curious families with lots of questions. We cover everything from cancer to paint colors-- always in a safe and educational way. Join us as we explore a new topic each week.
Episodes
60 episodes
Day 10: The History of The 12 Days of Christmas
We're almost through the 12 Days of Christmas, so it's about time we explore it's history. From a memory game to a cultural earworm, we discuss the rich and storied past of The Twelve Days of Christmas.Only 2 more episodes 'til Christmas...
Day 9: The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry
It's a literary classic for Day 9 of the 12 days of Christmas, as we read The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry. This is a holiday story of love and sacrifice in hard times, sure to bring a bit of the holiday season to your home. Parents...
Day 8: Idioms for Christmas
It's a short one today, but don't get you're tinsel in a tangle! We're talking about Christmas idioms. Our family style quiz game is back, as we guess the meaning of fun holiday phrases.
Day 7: An Exercise in Gratitude
With the craziness of the holiday season, it can be hard to feel grateful sometimes. For Day 7 of the 12 Days of Christmas, we practice an exercise in gratitude together. This is a centering activity from Michael Vallejo, LCSW, from...
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Day 6: Twas the Night Before Christmas
Did you know the history of the beloved Christmas tale is full of scandal? Before we read the story, we discuss who wrote it (or didn't) and the 200 year history of intrigue. Join us for a fun reading of this holiday classic. It's D...
Day 5: Fake Snow and What It's Made Of
Ever wonder how ski resorts have snowy slopes, even when it hasn't snowed in weeks? Me too! In this episode we discuss all the different types of snow and how they're created. We even talk about movie snow and the companies that make the magic ...
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Day 4: Christmas Every Day by W.D. Howells
It's Day 4 of the 12 Days of Christmas and we're reading Christmas Every Day by W.D. Howells. This is a fun story for kids who wish every day was Christmas, but haven't quite thought through the consequences of that choice. If you've ever seen ...
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Day 3: Christmas Songs on Repeat! WHY?!
It's Day 3 of the 12 Days of Christmas and we're exploring the big questions...like why do we hear the same Christmas songs over and over and over all season long? Basically, it has to do with royalties, public domain, and nostalgia. There is e...
Day 2: The Fir Tree by Hans Christian Anderson
Join us for Day 2 of the 12 Days of Christmas, as we read The Fir Tree by Hans Christian Anderson. This is a classic story about longing and learning to grow where you're planted. In the words of Andy Bernard, "I wish there were a w...
