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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Happy Friday ! It's June 2nd, 2023 and today, we're talking about why we need sleep and a rare sighting of a pygmy blue whale! 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. Video of rare pygmy blue whale. https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-25/rare-pygmy-blue-whale-spotted-terrigal-nsw-central-coast/102390238See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thursday! It's June 1st,2023 and today, we're talking about China and the reopening of the Zig Zag Railway line! 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.
Sorry friends! Looks like we had a bit of a technical issue with Tuesday's episode. It's a bit late but in this episode, we're talking about how food gives us energy and a meteor lighting up the sky in Queensland! 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.
Happy Wednesday! It's May 31, 2023 and today, we're talking about kangaroos and bum-breathing turtles found in Queensland! 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.
Happy Monday! It's May 29, 2023 and today, we're talking about feeling hopeful and an Australian suburb officially named “Little India”! 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.
Happy Friday! It's May 26, 2023 and today, we're talking about how trampolines work and nesting boxes being set up to protect native wildlife! 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.
Happy Thursday! It's May 25, 2023 and today, we're talking about Phillip Island and Vegemite coins to celebrate 100 years! 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.
Happy Wednesday! It's May 24, 2023 and today, we're talking about turtles turtles and Sam Kerr's terrific football skills! 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.
Happy Tuesday! It's May 23, 2023 and today, we're talking about apples and suborbital flights from Sydney to London! 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.
Happy Monday! It's May 22, 2023 and today, we're talking about accents and platypus being reintroduced to the Royal National Park in Sydney! 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. Platypus reintroduced to Royal National Park, Sydney https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-14/platypus-reintroduced-to-royal-national-park-sydney/102344804See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Friday! It's May 19 2023 and today, we're talking about how the earth spins and tiny doors popping up in Brisbane! 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.
Happy Thursday! It's May 18, 2023 and today, we're talking about the solar system and a possible meteorite that smashed through a house roof! 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.
Happy Wednesday! It's May 17, 2023 and today, we're talking about tigers and a new box jellyfish discovery! 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.
Happy Tuesday! It's May 16, 2023 and today, we're talking about pasta and a man travelling around Australia for a very special reason! 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.
Happy Monday! It's May 15, 2023 and today, we're talking about eyes and a freshwater crocodile found in a NSW backyard! 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.
Happy Friday! It's May 12, 2023 and today, we're talking about why cats purr and an albino echidna spotted in NSW! 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. Raffie the Albino Echidna: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-03/albino-echidna-raffie-spotted-near-bathurst-nsw/102295670See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thursday! It's May 11, 2023 and today, we're talking about Fiji and why the weather is so cold in Australia right now! 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. Raffie the Albino Echidna: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-05-03/albino-echidna-raffie-spotted-near-bathurst-nsw/102295670See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Wednesday! It's May 10 2023 and today, we're talking about dolphins and the search for Brambles the dog! 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.
Happy Tuesday! It's May 9, 2023 and today, we're talking about brain foods and the search for a mascot for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Victoria! 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.
Happy Monday! It's May 8, 2023 and today, we're talking about talking about ribs and what should the new Tasmanian AFL team be called?! 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.
Happy Friday! It's May 5, 2023 and today, we're talking about why whistles have balls in them and the WA youth choir singing at the King's Coronation Concert! 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.
Happy Thursday! It's May 4, 2023 and today, we're talking about the USA and Australia's oldest living person! 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.
Happy Wednesday! It's May 3, 2023 and today, we're talking about koalas and a new big boss for the AFL! 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.
Happy Tuesday! It's May 2, 2023 and today, we're talking about sushi and plants yelling when they are stressed! 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.
Happy Monday! It's May 1, 2023 and today, we're talking about bones and a fish discovery deep in the ocean! 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.
Happy Friday! It's April 28, 2023 and today, we're talking about how birds fly and national superhero day! 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. Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thursday! It's April 26, 2023 and today, we're talking about the United Kingdom and a new swimming program hoping to find Australia's next swimming champion! 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. Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Wednesday! It's April 26, 2023 and today, we're talking about ferrets and robots helping sick kids go to school! 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. Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Monday! It's April 24, 2023 and today, we're talking about ANZAC day and a space trip! 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. Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thursday! It's April 6, 2023 and today, we're talking about the ACT and students who have done a fundraising walk for a good cause! 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. Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Wednesday! It's April 5, 2023 and today, we're talking about meerkats and some new research about the Tasmanian Tiger! 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. Deirdre Fogarty is the Executive Producer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.