Warrior Kids Podcast
Educational & inspiring celebration of Indigenous cultures.
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The parents' guide to what's in this podcast.
What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Warrior Kids Podcast is an educational podcast for kids that celebrates Indigenous cultures and inspires empathy and activism. The host, Pam Palmater, is an Indigenous educator from Canada. Speaking in a kind and welcoming tone, she covers topics that range from Indigenous cultural traditions to the importance of honoring treaties. The show is focused on positive messages about family, community, and heritage. There is lots of joy and humor in the podcast, and the host's dogs serve as the "live studio audience." Any episode that may be upsetting -- like one on the treatment of Indigenous children in Residential Schools --advises that kids should listen along with an adult. The podcast aims to educate both Indigenous and non-Indigenous kids and show them what actions they can take to make the world a better place.
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What’s It About?
In each episode of the WARRIOR KIDS PODCAST, host Pam Palmater introduces young listeners to a topic concerning Indigenous cultures, values, or history. One episode might be a retelling of a traditional folk tale, while another could explore Indigenous identity and the different words Native peoples use to describe themselves. The show aims to uplift Indigenous kids while also educating them and their non-Indigenous peers. There are many opportunities for reflection, and the episodes end with suggestions about how to take a positive action, whether it's through artwork, letter writing to leaders, or looking for local Indigenous celebrations to take part in.
Is It Any Good?
This is an uplifting and educational podcast with so much to offer young listeners. Warrior Kids Podcast introduces kids to words from different Indigenous languages, shares traditional stories, and explores historic and modern-day injustices. The podcast is age-appropriate for the target audience but doesn't shy away from important issues. An episode about how treaties with Indigenous nations have often been broken is explained in a very kid-friendly way. The host starts off by talking about how it's important to keep promises, and moves on to a clear explanation of what treaties are and why they should be honored. She uses the repetition that's necessary for teaching younger kids but always keeps the tone fresh and exciting so that all ages will be interested.
Warrior Kids Podcast not only teaches about Indigenous peoples and Nations, but also helps develop empathy and compassion. What's special about this podcast is that it emphasizes how everyone -- even kids -- can fight for all families, communities, and our planet.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Warrior Kids Podcast educates kids about Indigenous cultures. Is what you've learned from this podcast different from what you've learned in school? In what way?
Sometimes it hurts to hear about the injustices carried out against Indigenous peoples. How can we turn being upset or angry into a positive action?
Do educational podcasts like this one make you want to learn more about a subject? If so, where do you look for more information?
This podcast teaches empathy and compassion. Why are these important character strengths?
Podcast Details
- Release date: April 18, 2020
- Genre: Kids & Family
- Average Run Time: 15 minutes
- Website: https://warriorkidspodcast.com/
- Host: Pam Palmater
- Publisher: Independent
- Pricing structure: Free
- Character Strengths: Compassion, Empathy
- Last updated: October 13, 2022
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