

Squiz Kids
Squiz Media
Squiz Kids is a news podcast, just for kids! 10 minutes of age-appropriate news, delivered with positivity and humour. Make it part of your daily routine by playing it over breakfast, during the drive to school or - for all the Squiz teachers out there - in the classroom.There's also kids v adults quizzes, a book club, kids-only Q&As (with people like the Prime Minister!), deep dives into topics kids love (from Barbie to Halloween, toys, sport, inventions, crazy science stuff, and so much more).Want a birthday shoutout? Email us at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au, or visit the Squiz Kids website.PS. We do news for big people (aka adults) over on The Squiz Today - a free weekday email and podcast. Search for Squiz Today in your podcasting app, or check out The Squiz Today newsletter here.
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Nov 30, 2022 • 13min
Thursday, December 1 - The former PM is censured; new minerals in a meteorite; the Socceroos’ big morning; and Wednesday sets a record.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Mathew Leckie's legendary goal: https://www.foxsports.com.au/football/world-cup/fifa-world-cup-2022-australia-vs-denmark-live-updates-blog-socceroos-score-result-start-time-how-to-watch-highlights-video-stream/news-story/17ae13a30f6506b02bb0f852825302a6The scene in Melbourne's Fed Square after the Aussie goal: https://twitter.com/SBSSportau/status/1597990541454880768Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
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We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds

Nov 29, 2022 • 12min
Wednesday, November 30 - Report card on Barrier Reef; World’s biggest volcano erupts; Fake news on Wikipedia; and the school kids who became farmers.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Mauna Loa volcano eruption - VIDEOhttps://www.google.com/search?q=hawaii+volcano+erupt+video&oq=hawaii+volcano+erupt+video&aqs=chrome..69i57j0i22i30l7j0i390l2.4389j0j1&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:2a049fa0,vid:brSbYaxeqxc Squiz Kids Shortcut on Earthquakes and Volcanoeshttps://www.squizkids.com.au/podcast/your-shortcut-to-earthquakes-and-volcanoes/ NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
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Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 28, 2022 • 11min
Tuesday, November 29 - School kids v rats in NZ; Protests spread in China; Mars bars go green; and celebrating the first ever video game.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Rat catchers of NZ - VIDEO (Warning: dead rats depicted)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IagGOsaonYk Pong the video game - VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhd7FfGCdCo NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
Share your creation to Instagram (a story or a post)
Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 27, 2022 • 9min
Monday, November 28 - Big wins for Socceroos, Wallabies, Strikers, Dees and Dan; Bluey takes Manhattan; Winston named top dog; and cycling through the desert.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Bluey stars in Thanksgiving paradehttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-11-25/bluey-balloon-and-other-characters-star-in-macys-parade/101697190 Winston wins top doghttps://edition.cnn.com/videos/us/2022/11/25/french-bulldog-national-dog-show-winner-cprog-lon-orig.cnn/video/playlists/atv-trending-videos/ One very long bike ride ..https://edition.cnn.com/videos/sports/2022/11/25/4000-miles-cycle-qatar-cprog-lon-orig-bb.cnn NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
Share your creation to Instagram (a story or a post)
Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 24, 2022 • 11min
Friday, November 25 - Victoria goes to the polls; all about the ARIAs; Queensland’s spider invasion; and an expensive can of ham
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Huntsman interrupts press conference: https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/huntsman-spider-and-insect-influx-set-to-hit-queensland-homes-as-perfect-conditions-persist/news-story/0eeccd6bef2399d04ab6cbb04c488f97 Birdlife photography award winners: https://www.birdlifephotoaward.org.au/gallery-winners-2022 NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
Share your creation to Instagram (a story or a post)
Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are …

Nov 23, 2022 • 12min
Thursday, November 24 - Aftershocks hamper earthquake rescue; the world’s biggest goldfish; World Cup disappointment for Aussies; and ibis v cane toad.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Tectonic plates maphttps://www.worldatlas.com/articles/major-tectonic-plates-on-earth.html World’s biggest goldfishhttps://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-hereford-worcester-63707394 NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
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Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 22, 2022 • 10min
Wednesday, November 23 - Earthquakes and tsunamis rock Pacific; Turkey time in Washington; Squiz-E takes on Twitter; and a good day for sharks.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Ring of Fire: Maphttps://www.kids-fun-science.com/what-is-ring-of-fire.html Fibonacci sequence explained - VIDEOhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tv6Ej6JVho&t=14s NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
Share your creation to Instagram (a story or a post)
Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 21, 2022 • 11min
Tuesday, November 22 - Summer takes a raincheck; Scrabble green lights slang; BTS does the World Cup and one very brave surfer.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Nazare - Matt Fromston surfing champ in actionhttps://www.smh.com.au/sport/matt-wants-to-surf-50-foot-waves-at-nazare-he-is-blind-20221117-p5bz55.html Nazare - big waves drone footagehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFeI3M9wfsQNewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
Share your creation to Instagram (a story or a post)
Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 20, 2022 • 11min
Monday, November 21 - World Cup kicks off today; Kangaroos and Jillaroos on top of the world; the Year Sixers who gave back; and the chimp hug that stopped the world.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS Chimpanzee mum reunited with newborn - VIDEOhttps://www.theguardian.com/global/video/2022/nov/18/emotional-moment-chimpanzee-mother-reunited-with-her-baby-video NewshoundsGet started on our free media literacy resource for classroomswww.squizkids.com.au/newshounds Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
Share your creation to Instagram (a story or a post)
Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are … Squiz Kids For Schools - Classroom Activities tied to the podcastSign up for a 30-day free trial at squizkids.com.au Stay up to date with us on our Squiz Kids Instagram! Got a birthday coming up and you want a shout-out? Complete the form on our Squiz Kids website. Link: SHOUT OUTS or / send us an email at squizkids@thesquiz.com.au

Nov 17, 2022 • 12min
Friday, November 18 - Flood help arrives; good news from Myanmar; a massive weekend for the ‘roos; and video games at work.
Squiz Kids is an award-winning, free daily news podcast just for kids. Give us ten minutes, and we’ll give you the world. A short podcast that gives kids the lowdown on the big news stories of the day, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour. ‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent) This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them. Fun. Free. Fresh. LINKS NSW Floods in pictures: https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/central-western-nsw-flood-in-pictures-20221116-h27wgj.html Squiz the World Goes to… China: https://www.squizkids.com.au/podcast/squiz-the-world-goes-to-china/ The Ferns Haka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ikmASNtjuk The All Blacks Haka: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yiKFYTFJ_kw Rotary dial telephones: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rotary_dial Squiz Kids + Lego ‘Build To Give’ Christmas CampaignHelp Lego give away Lego sets to families in need this Christmas.
Build something using Lego
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Tag @ squizkids and #buildtogive
We’ll re-share your post on our Instagram, and on December 9, reveal just how generous Squiz Kids are …


