Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families
Episodes
Kaʻiulani: Princess of Hawaii
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Princess Kaiulani was a young Hawaiian royal who fought to protect her homeland during a time of great change. In the late 1800s, Hawaii’s monarchy ...
The Wonders of Yellowstone
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Yellowstone National Park was the first national park in the world, created in 1872. Located mostly in Wyoming, it is famous for geysers like Old Fait...
Hypatia and the Great Library City
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hypatia was a brilliant mathematician, scientist, and teacher who lived in ancient Alexandria, Egypt, over 1,600 years ago. She studied astronomy and ...
Conquering Everest: The Story of Junko Tabei
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Junko Tabei was a Japanese mountain climber who became the first woman to reach the top of Mount Everest in 1975. She loved climbing from a young age ...
The Invention of the Telegram
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The telegram was one of the first ways people could send messages quickly over long distances. Before the telegraph, messages could take weeks to trav...
Spring: Nature's Big Comeback
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Springtime brings warmer weather, blooming flowers, and animals returning after winter. As days grow longer, sunlight signals plants to grow and anima...
Audrey Hepburn: A Life of Grace
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Audrey Hepburn was a famous actress known for her kindness, grace, and timeless style. She starred in popular movies like Breakfast at Tiffany’s and...
The Amazing Story of Comic Books
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Comic books tell stories using pictures and words together, making them exciting and easy to follow. They began in newspapers in the late 1800s as sho...
The Story Behind the Legend of Zelda
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Legend of Zelda was created in the 1980s by Japanese game designer Shigeru Miyamoto. He was inspired by his childhood adventures exploring forests...
The Story of George Washington
16 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
George Washington was a leader of the American colonies during the Revolutionary War and later became the first president of the United States. As com...
The Navajo People
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Navajo people, also called the Diné, are one of the largest Native American tribes in the United States. They have lived for centuries in the Sou...
Chicago Bulls: A Basketball Dynasty
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Chicago Bulls are a professional basketball team based in Chicago, Illinois. They became one of the most famous teams in the world during the 1990...
The Wonder of the Gupta Empire
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Gupta Empire ruled much of India from about 320 to 550 CE and is often called a Golden Age of Indian history. During this time, great advances wer...
The Story of Pixar
02 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pixar is a famous animation studio known for creating movies with strong stories and memorable characters. It began in the 1970s as a small computer g...
A Miracle of Nature: The Science of Trees
26 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Trees begin their lives as tiny seeds that sprout roots and shoots when they get enough water, sunlight, and warmth. As a tree grows, its roots spread...
The Story of Skiing and Snowboarding
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Skiing began thousands of years ago as a way for people to travel across snow in cold regions. Early skis were made of wood and used for hunting and t...
How the Winter Olympics Began
19 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Winter Olympics bring athletes from around the world together to compete in cold-weather sports like skiing, skating, and hockey. The first Winter...
Tom Brady: A Football Legend
15 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Brady is one of the most famous quarterbacks in American football history. He played over 20 seasons and won more Super Bowls than any other quart...
Joe Brumm and the Magic of Bluey
12 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Brumm is the creator of Bluey, a popular animated show that celebrates family, imagination, and everyday life. Inspired by his own experiences as ...
Leonardo's Last Supper
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Last Supper is one of the most famous paintings in the world, created by Leonardo da Vinci in the late 1400s. It shows the moment Jesus tells his ...
The Courage of Chief Joseph
05 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Chief Joseph was a leader of the Nez Perce people in the Pacific Northwest. When the U.S. government forced his tribe from their homeland, he tried to...
Will Rogers: Cowboy Comedian
29 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Will Rogers was one of America’s most beloved entertainers in the early 1900s. He was a cowboy, comedian, and movie star who used humor to talk abou...
Bach: Musical Genius
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Johann Sebastian Bach was a German composer who lived in the 1600s and 1700s. He wrote hundreds of pieces for choirs, organs, harpsichords, and orches...
The Rockettes of Radio City Music Hall
24 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Rockettes are a famous dance group known for their high kicks, perfect timing, and amazing teamwork. They were founded in 1925 and later became st...
The Story of the Nutcracker Ballet
22 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Nutcracker is one of the most famous ballets in the world, and its unforgettable music was written by Russian composer Pyotr Tchaikovsky. First pe...
The Adventures of Sir Francis Drake
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sir Francis Drake was an English explorer and sea captain during the 1500s. He became the first Englishman to sail around the world, a journey that to...
Charles Dickens and a Christmas Carol
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Charles Dickens was a famous English writer who lived in the 1800s. One of his most beloved stories is A Christmas Carol, the tale of Ebenezer Scrooge...
The Magic of Snow and Snowflakes
15 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Snow begins high in the clouds when tiny water droplets freeze around dust particles. As more water vapor freezes onto these particles, they grow into...
The Adventures of Davy Crockett
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Davy Crockett was a famous frontiersman, hunter, and storyteller who became an American legend. Born in Tennessee in 1786, he grew up exploring the wi...
Colorful History of Crayons
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crayons have helped kids make colorful drawings for more than 100 years. Early crayons were made from simple wax and pigments, but they broke easily a...
Sleeping Through the Winter: Hibernation
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When winter arrives, many animals enter a deep sleep called hibernation to survive the cold. During hibernation, their heartbeat and breathing slow do...
The Story of Pizza
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pizza is one of the world’s favorite foods, but it has a long history. Long ago, ancient Greeks and Romans ate flatbreads topped with oil and herbs....
All About Crocodiles and Alligators
01 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crocodiles and alligators are large reptiles that have lived on Earth since the time of the dinosaurs. They both have tough, scaly skin, sharp teeth, ...
Women of Ancient Greece
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In ancient Greece, women played important roles in their families and communities. They were in charge of managing the household and taking care of ch...
Hagia Sophia's Amazing History
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of the Hagia Sophia, a building full of history and wonder. Once a grand church, then a beautiful mosque, and now a famous museum,...
Painting the Desert: Georgia O’Keeffe
24 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Georgia O’Keeffe was an American artist known for her bold and colorful paintings. She loved painting things from nature, like giant close-up flower...
The Origin of American Football
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
American football is one of the most popular sports in the United States. Two teams try to move the football down the field by running or passing it, ...
The Wampanoag and the First Thanksgiving
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Wampanoag were the Native American people who lived along the coast of what is now Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In 1620, the Pilgrims arrived f...
Sputnik: A Beep That Changed the World
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1, the first artificial satellite to orbit Earth. About the size of a beach ball, Sputnik sent out radio si...
The Voyage of the Mayflower (Re-release)
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Learn all about the pilgrims and their voyage on the Mayflower from England to the New World. 💵 Get a free month of Acorns Early: acornse...
The Life and Art of Claude Monet
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Claude Monet was a famous artist who loved to paint beautiful scenes from nature. He was born in France in 1840 and is known for his unique style call...
Empire State Building (Re-release)
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we dive into the fascinating history of the Empire State Building, one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks. From its rapid construct...
What is Veteran's Day?
10 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Veterans Day is a holiday in the United States that honors the brave men and women who have served in the military. It is celebrated every year on Nov...
Totems, Canoes, and Culture: Native Peoples of the Pacific Northwest
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Native peoples of the Pacific Northwest, including groups like the Tlingit, Haida, Makah, and Chinook, lived along the coast from northern Califor...
Pirates of the Caribbean: Fact vs. Fiction
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The real Pirates of the Caribbean were far more complex—and sometimes more brutal—than the swashbuckling legends in movies. From the late 1600s to...
Why Leaves Change Color: The Science of Fall
03 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fall is the season when leaves turn bright shades of red, orange, and yellow before they drop to the ground. But why does this happen? During spring a...
The Story of Halloween Pumpkins
27 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pumpkins are one of fall’s most famous symbols—and they have a long history! Native Americans were among the first to grow pumpkins, using them fo...
Australia’s Most Famous Building: Sydney Opera House
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Sydney Opera House is one of the most famous buildings in the world and a symbol of Australia. Located on the harbor in Sydney, it looks like a gr...
Halloween Hotspots: America’s Spookiest Towns
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Some towns in America take Halloween to the next level! Sleepy Hollow, New York, is famous for the Legend of the Headless Horseman, where spooky stori...
Around the World with Ferdinand Magellan
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ferdinand Magellan was a brave explorer who lived a long time ago. He was the first person to lead a voyage around the whole world. Magellan set sail ...
The Secrets of Stonehenge
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stonehenge is a mysterious and ancient stone circle in England. People from long ago built it over 4,000 years ago, and we still don't know exactly wh...
Exploring Central Park's History and Beauty
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the magical world of Central Park, a big, beautiful park in the middle of a busy city! It's filled with tall trees, colorful flowers, and l...
Lost Treasures of the Titanic
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dive deep into the icy waters of the North Atlantic to discover the lost treasures of the Titanic. When the Titanic sank in 1912, it took with it a wo...
Taylor Swift: The Story Behind the Music
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Taylor Swift is one of the most popular singers and songwriters in the world. Learn about her journey when she started singing country music as a teen...
The Frozen Continent: Exploring Antarctica
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest place on Earth. It’s a frozen continent at the bottom of the world, covered almost entirely by ice. ...
Mary Cassatt's Colorful World
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet Mary Cassatt, a talented artist known for her beautiful paintings of mothers and children. Born in 1844, Mary grew up in America but spent most o...
Who Was Benjamin Franklin?
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Travel back in time to meet Benjamin Franklin, one of America’s most famous inventors and thinkers. Discover how he helped start the first public li...
The Magic of Broadway: NYC's Theater History
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the exciting world of Broadway in New York City, where magic happens on stage. Learn how Broadway began over a hundred years ago with small t...
The Mysterious Mound Builders of Cahokia
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Long before European contact, the city of Cahokia near modern-day St. Louis was home to a powerful Mississippian civilization. With massive earth moun...
Brooklyn Bridge: Building the Impossible
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Brooklyn Bridge changed the face of New York City—and of bridge-building itself. Completed in 1883, it was the longest suspension bridge of its ...
The Curiosity of Aristotle
15 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Aristotle was one of the greatest thinkers in history. A student of Plato and teacher to Alexander the Great, he wrote about science, ethics, governme...
Christopher Columbus: Sailing Into the Unknown
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we set sail across the ocean to learn about Christopher Columbus and his famous journey in 1492! What was he looking for, and what did he a...
The Courage of Eleanor Roosevelt
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Eleanor Roosevelt redefined what it meant to be First Lady. A powerful voice for human rights, she fought for justice, equality, and peace both in the...
Writing in Clay: The Story of Cuneiform
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cuneiform is one of the oldest systems of writing in the world, first used in ancient Mesopotamia over 5,000 years ago. Written on clay tablets with a...
Jose Rizal: Hero of the Phillipines
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meet José Rizal, a brave and smart hero from the Philippines! He loved to read and write, and he used his words to help his country. Rizal dreamed of...
The Rise of Cyrus the Great and the Persian Empire
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cyrus the Great was the founder of the Persian Empire, one of the largest and most influential empires in history. Known for his military brilliance, ...
Arlington National Cemetery: Honoring Heroes
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most solemn and significant places in the United States, honoring those who have served in the nation’s mi...
Thomas Jefferson: Part 2
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the third U.S. president, Thomas Jefferson made bold moves like the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the nation. But his legacy is als...
Thomas Jefferson: Part 1
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thomas Jefferson helped shape the foundation of the United States. As the main author of the Declaration of Independence, he expressed ideas about lib...
The Story of the American West
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The American West is a land of vast plains, towering mountains, and legendary frontiers. This episode traces its history—from Indigenous nations to ...
Egyptian Chariots: Weapons of Speed and Power
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In ancient Egypt, the chariot was a powerful weapon of war and a symbol of prestige. This episode explores how Egyptian chariot warriors fought, train...
The Haircare Millionaire: Madam C.J. Walker
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Madam C.J. Walker started with almost nothing—but she had determination, creativity, and a smart plan. In this episode, kids will discover how she t...
Bedtime Safari: When Mammoths Roamed the Land
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari! Travel back thousands of years to a time when m...
Theodore Roosevelt: President of Action and Adventure
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Theodore Roosevelt was a president, soldier, writer, explorer, and reformer who believed in action and courage. From leading the Rough Riders to break...
The Acropolis: Heart of Ancient Athens
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rising above the city of Athens, the Acropolis is one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Greece. Home to the Parthenon and other magnificent temple...
Enzo Ferrari: Driven to Win
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Enzo Ferrari was more than just a car designer—he built one of the most iconic brands in automotive history. Starting as a race car driver, he found...
Courage on the Frontier: The Buffalo Soldiers
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After the Civil War, African American soldiers known as Buffalo Soldiers served in the U.S. Army, often in the western frontier. They built roads, gua...
How The Bronze Age Changed the World
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Bronze Age was a turning point in human history, when people began using bronze tools and weapons, leading to advances in farming, trade, and city...
Michelangelo: Genius of the Renaissance
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michelangelo was a Renaissance master whose work redefined art, sculpture, and architecture. Known for the Sistine Chapel ceiling, the statue of David...
Maria Montessori: A Pioneer in Education
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we explore the fascinating life of Maria Montessori, the amazing woman who transformed the way children learn. Discover how her unique appr...
Levi Strauss and the Gold Rush
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Levi Strauss didn’t dig for gold—he built something even better. In this episode, kids will learn how Levi used smart thinking, frugality, and har...
Bedtime Safari: Bruges, Belgium
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari! Step into the cobblestone streets of Bruges, a ...
Crazy Horse: Warrior of the Plains
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crazy Horse was a Lakota war leader who fought to protect his people and their land during the 19th century. He played a major role in resisting U.S. ...
The Story of the Alphabet
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we use letters every day, but the alphabet had to be invented. Ancient peoples like the Phoenicians and Greeks created systems to represent soun...
Ashurbanipal: Warrior King and Scholar
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashurbanipal was one of the last great kings of the Assyrian Empire, ruling in the 7th century BCE. He is known for creating one of the world’s firs...
Can Money Grow Like a Tree?
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we explore how money can grow when it’s invested wisely, just like an acorn becomes an oak tree. We’ll hear stories about famous ...
The Diary of Anne Frank
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Anne Frank was a young Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis in Amsterdam during World War II. While in hiding, she wrote a diary that became one of the ...
The Story of the Taj Mahal
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Taj Mahal is one of the most famous and beautiful buildings in the world. Built in the 1600s by Mughal emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his wife, ...
Raphael: Master of the Renaissance
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Raphael was one of the greatest painters of the Italian Renaissance. Known for his soft, balanced style and graceful figures, he created famous works ...
How the Space Race Changed the World
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the mid-20th century, the United States and the Soviet Union competed to control the future of space. This was the Space Race—an intense rivalry ...
Amelia Edwards: Explorer of Ancient Egypt
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amelia Edwards was a 19th-century British writer, traveler, and pioneering Egyptologist. After a trip to Egypt changed her life, she dedicated herself...
Boston Tea Party: The Night That Changed the Revolution
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the night of December 25, 1776, General George Washington led a daring and risky crossing of the icy Delaware River during the American Revolution....
Cowboys: Boots, Hats, and Big Adventures
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cowboys are often shown in movies, but what was their real life like? Find out what cowboys did every day, where they worked, and how they became symb...
Revolutionary Women: Fighting for Freedom
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While the American Revolution is often told through the actions of soldiers and founding fathers, women played vital and often overlooked roles in the...
Bedtime Safari: Congo Basin, Africa
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari! In each episode, we’ll journey to a different corner ...
Lebron James: King of the Court
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
LeBron James is one of the greatest basketball players of all time—but his story goes way beyond the court. From growing up in Akron, Ohio, to winni...
Code of Hammurabi: The World's Oldest Laws
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Long ago, King Hammurabi of Babylon wrote down a set of laws to keep order in his kingdom. Some were fair, others surprising! Travel back 4,000 years ...
Nelson Mandela: Fighting for Freedom
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison for standing up to unfair laws in South Africa. When he was finally free, he helped bring peace to a divided c...
The Story of Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and a powerful moment in American history. On June 19, 1865, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, ens...
Pablo Picasso: The Artist Who Saw Differently
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Picasso didn’t just paint—he changed how people saw the world. From strange shapes to powerful pictures, discover how he used art to express ideas...