Morning Kids

Morning Kids is a daily, five-minute educational resource that helps kids dip a toe into the world of news in an age-appropriate way. Our goal is to contextualise life for our little ones, from gently explaining something they may have heard in the news, to what feelings are and why they may be experiencing them. We’ll be expanding their worlds and exploring foreign lands together, and introducing them to animals and their body. Created in partnership with Australian primary school teachers, Morning Kids is designed to give five- to seven-year-olds a safe listening space each weekday, whether they’re listening in the car on the way to school or around the breakfast table.

June 30, 2023: We’re talking about how volcanoes work and three lost Fiordland Crested Penguins found in WA.

A quick note before we begin today's episode: This is going to be our last episode of Morning Kids for quite some time.  We will keep working hard to see if there is a way that Morning Kids will be able to come back, but for now I must say goodbye.  Thank you for all of your wonderful emails and messages, your great suggestions for things to learn about and of course for joining me each day. And remember, even if I don’t tell you each morning, to be silly, honest and kind. --- Happy Friday! It’s June 30, 2023 and today, we’re talking about how volcanoes work and three lost Fiordland Crested Penguins found in WA! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-29
08:56

June 29, 2023: We’re talking about Disneyland and volunteer gardeners helping out elderly grown ups.

Happy Thursday! It’s June 29, 2023 and today, we’re talking about Disneyland and volunteer gardeners helping out elderly grown ups! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-28
07:42

June 28, 2023: We’re talking about dogs and a marsupial mole spotted near Uluru.

Happy Wednesday! It’s June 28, 2023 and today, we’re talking about dogs and a marsupial mole spotted near Uluru! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.   Marsupial mole spotted near Uluru - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-17/elusive-marsupial-mole-spotted-uluru-swims-in-sand/102482890See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-27
07:55

June 27, 2023: We’re talking about pineapples and primary school kids helping to feed hungry people7

Happy Tuesday! It’s June 27, 2023 and today, we’re talking about pineapples and primary school kids helping to feed hungry people! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-26
07:37

June 26, 2023: We’re talking about sadness and an old teddy bear getting reunited with its owner.

Happy Monday! It’s June 26, 2023 and today, we’re talking about sadness and an old teddy bear getting reunited with its owner! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-25
07:36

June 23, 2023: We’re talking about how crayons work and Dachshunds in Melbourne setting a Guinness World Record

Happy Friday! It’s June 23, 2023 and today, we’re talking about how crayons work and Dachshunds in Melbourne setting a Guinness World Record! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-22
07:55

June 22, 2023: We’re talking about the equator and getting power from poo.

Happy Thursday! It’s June 22, 2023 and today, we’re talking about the equator and getting power from poo! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-21
08:03

June 21, 2023: We’re talking about giant tortoises and a huge prehistoric skink discovered by cave researchers

Happy Wednesday! It’s June 21, 2023 and today, we’re talking about giant tortoises and a huge prehistoric skink discovered by cave researchers! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-20
07:50

June 20, 2023: We’re talking about potatoes and a man who spent 100 days living under the sea!

Happy Tuesday! It’s June 20, 2023 and today, we’re talking about potatoes and a man who spent 100 days living under the sea! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-19
08:21

June 19, 2023: We’re talking about hair and the Busking For Change fundraising campaign

Happy Monday! It’s June 19, 2023 and today, we’re talking about hair and the Busking For Change fundraising campaign! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.   Busking for Change - https://buskingforchange.ilf.org.au/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-18
08:16

June 16, 2023: We’re talking about how cars work and a drop in the number of plastic bags polluting Sydney Harbour.

Happy Friday! It’s June 16, 2023 and today, we’re talking about how cars work and a drop in the number of plastic bags polluting Sydney Harbour! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-15
08:16

June 15, 2023: We’re talking about the moon and a huge dictation spellathon event in Paris

Happy Thursday! It’s June 15, 2023 and today, we’re talking about the moon and a huge dictation spellathon event in Paris! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-14
08:04

June 14, 2023: We’re talking about lions and a dog with the longest tongue!

Happy Wednesday! It’s June 14, 2023 and today, we’re talking about lions and a dog with the longest tongue! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-13
07:27

June, 13, 2023: We’re talking about cheese and three lion cubs born at a Victorian Zoo.

Happy Tuesday! It’s June 13, 2023 and today, we’re talking about cheese and three lion cubs born at a Victorian Zoo! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.   Three new lion cubs for Werribee Zoo https://www.instagram.com/p/CtJFAtmNflY/?hl=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-12
07:48

June 12, 2023: We’re talking about noses and a school where students can join Cattle Club.

Happy Monday! It’s June 12, 2023 and today, we’re talking about noses and a school where students can join Cattle Club! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-11
07:59

June 9, 2023: We’re talking about why sand squeaks and Macquarie Island marine park tripling in size

Happy Friday! It’s June 9, 2023 and today, we’re talking about why sand squeaks and Macquarie Island marine park tripling in size! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-08
08:12

June 8, 2023: We’re talking about New Zealand and a new app that is helping to save First Nations languages

Happy Thursday! It’s June 8, 2023 and today, we’re talking about New Zealand and a new app that is helping to save First Nations languages! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-07
08:22

June 7, 2023: We’re talking about giraffes and the oldest pterosaur fossils ever discovered in Australia

Happy Wednesday! It’s June 7, 2023 and today, we’re talking about  giraffes and the oldest pterosaur fossils ever discovered in Australia! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-06
08:15

June 6, 2023: We’re talking about why foods grow in seasons and a cat donating blood to save another cat.

Happy Tuesday! It’s June 6, 2023 and today, we’re talking about why foods grow in seasons and  a cat donating blood to save another cat! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-05
08:37

June 5, 2023: We’re talking about brains and cows eating chocolate and lollies!

Happy Monday! It’s June 5 2023, and today, we’re talking about brains and cows eating chocolate and lollies! Come join us.     And get involved! Send us an email with a question or suggestion for us to learn about, to MorningKids@sca.com.au.   Morning Kids is a LiSTNR Original Production, hosted by Virginia Lette.   This episode was scripted by Shannon Reid and produced by Nicola Sitch.   Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

06-04
08:20

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