26 Best Science Podcasts For Kids

1. Wow in the World

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Wow in the World is the #1 science podcast for kids and families, sharing the most amazing stories in science, technology, and new discoveries happening in the world around us. Each week, join hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz as they take curious kids and their grown-ups on a cartoon for the ear journey filled with laughter, adventure, and wow-worthy stories. From the tiniest microbes to the farthest reaches of space, every episode of Wow in the World inspires wonder, fuels imagination, and makes science fun for the whole family...MORE Hosts Mindy Thomas, Guy Raz
Producer/Network Wondery Kids
Email ****@tinkercast.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 250k-1M
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 33.4KFacebook 18.6KTwitter 5.9KInstagram 20.4K Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Brains On! Science podcast for kids

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Brains On!® is a science podcast for curious kids and adults from American Public Media. Each week, a different kid co-host joins Molly Bloom to find answers to fascinating questions about the world sent in by listeners. Like, do dogs know they're dogs? Or, why do feet stink? Plus, we have mystery sounds for you to guess, songs for you to dance to, and lots of facts -- all checked by experts.MORE Host Molly Bloom
Producer/Network Brains On! Universe
Email ****@mpr.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Lucy Cooke, Neovitus Sianga +2 more
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 19.9KFacebook 24.8KTwitter 5.5KInstagram 12.6K Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. Tumble Science Podcast for Kids

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A Common Sense Selection! Exploring stories of science discovery. Tumble is a science podcast created to be enjoyed by the entire family. Hosted & produced by Lindsay Patterson (science journalist) & Marshall Escamilla (teacher). Visit www.tumblepodcast.com for educational content.MORE Hosts Marshall Escamilla, Lindsay Patterson
Producer/Network Tumble Media
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Dr. Jessica Esquivel, Lee Davies +3 more
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 3.7KFacebook 3.2KTwitter 2.1KInstagram 2.3K Avg Length 25 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Earth Rangers

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Earth Rangers is a science podcast for kids who love animals and the environment! If you think that animals are amazing this is the show for you! Join host Earth Ranger Emma as she travels the world to discover the wildest animal facts out there and solve nature's biggest mysteries. With top ten countdowns, an animal guessing game, conservation conversations, and epic animal showdowns, this is a journey you won't want to miss! If you're a kid who loves learning science and animal facts, you'll love Earth Rangers! Visit earthrangers.com/podcast to learn more...MORE Host Emma
Producer/Network GZM Shows
Email ****@gzmshows.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guest Megan Quinn
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 4.2KFacebook 16.8KTwitter 11.4KInstagram 8.4K Avg Length 15 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

5. Fun Kids Science Weekly

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Exploring the coolest and most incredible stuff in science, from way back when dinosaurs roamed the Earth to a future where humans live in space! The Fun Kids Science Weekly is hosted by Dan and is the perfect science podcast for kids and families everywhere. Each week, you'll find episodes from series like Deep Space High, Age of the Dinosaurs and Professor Hallux...MORE Host Dan Simpson
Producer/Network Fun Kids
Email ****@btinternet.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Joe Williams, Meganne Christian +1 more
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 1.9KFacebook 8.4KTwitter 9.2KInstagram 2.2K Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

6. Imagine This

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Imagine This is a science podcast for the young and curious. Have you ever wondered how bees make honey? Or how do fish breathe underwater? Or, very importantly, where your poo goes when you flush it down the toilet? Imagine This is a series of puzzling science questions from inquisitive young minds. Our host, Dr Niraj Lal, chats to kids and Australia's leading academics, taking you on imaginative adventures to learn about the world around us and find the answers together. This podcast is suited to kids aged 4 and up, though all members of the family are sure to learn something! MORE Host Brianna Peterson
Producer/Network ABC Kids listen
Email ****@your.abc.net.au
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 1.8KFacebook 380.3K Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

7. Radiolab for Kids

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Welcome, nature lovers, to the home of the Terrestrials podcast and family-friendly Radiolab episodes about nature. Every other week, host Lulu Miller will take you on a nature walk to encounter a plant or animal behaving in ways that will surprise you. Squirrels that can regrow their brains, octopuses that can outsmart their human captors, honeybees that can predict the future. You don't have to be a kid to listen, just someone who likes to see the world anew.You'll hear a range of nature stories on this podcast...MORE Hosts Lulu Miller, Alan Goffinski, Latif Nasser, Jad Abumrad
Producer/Network Radiolab
Email ****@npr.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Natalia Rybczynski, Mika McKinnon
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 1.7KFacebook 21.9KTwitter 7.4KInstagram 6.9K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Sleep Tight Science - A Bedtime Science Show For Kids

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We've got bedtime down to a (Sleep Tight) Science! Sleep Tight Science is an engaging bedtime show that makes science accessible and enjoyable for the whole family. Snuggle in and drift off to sleep while learning about science topics submitted by listeners! Designed for curious young minds (but simple enough for grown-ups to understand), Sleep Tight Science uses big words to answer big questions that kids wonder about, like why do we feel icky sometimes and how do our legs help us move? Learn something new about the natural world while drifting off to dreamland...MORE Hosts Clark MacLeod, Sheryl MacLeod
Producer/Network Sleep Tight Media
Email ****@sleeptight.media
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 803Twitter 23Instagram 335 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

9. The Show About Science

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Created by Nate when he was 5 years-old, The Show About Science is an awesome adventure into the wondrous world of scientific research and discovery! Over the last 9 years, Nate has filled each episode with fascinating information from scientists and educators from around the globe. Together, Nate and his guests explore everything from chemistry to climate change, evolution to extraterrestrials, and human brains to bat biology. If you're curious about science, then this is the show for you!MORE Host Nate Butkus
Producer/Network Company Making Podcasts
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.2/5Apple Reviews 486Facebook 299Twitter 1.7KInstagram 317 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Since Apr 2019 Get Email Contact

10. Dinosaur George Kids - A Show for Kids Who Love Dinosaurs

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A show for kids who love dinosaurs, paleontology, and other cool science stuff. It's a fun, family friendly, place where children are not only taught about dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals, but they are also taught about good manners and courtesy. It's funny, upbeat and very entertaining fro any ages 1 to 100!MORE Host George Blasing
Producer/Network Dinosaur George
Email ****@dinogeorge.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 437Facebook 11.6KTwitter 1.5KInstagram 3.1K Avg Length 59 min Format Long form Since Nov 2020 Get Email Contact

11. Smologies with Alie Ward

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Ologies → Smologies. It's all of the science, with none of the swearing! Smologies are shortened, kid-friendly episodes of the award-winning science podcast, Ologies, which covers topics from Toads (Bufology) to the Moon (Selenology) and everything in between. Enjoy clean and witty bite-sized science delights as host Alie Ward asks Ologists of all kinds smart and sometimes silly questions. Get to know the charming and diverse array of experts who share not only their wisdom, but also their lived experiences.MORE Host Alie Ward
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant, Catherine Price +6 more
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 711 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

12. Nature and Science 4 Kids

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Nature and Science for Kids produces engaging stories and facts about nature and science from a Christian perspective, so kids of all ages can explore their world one episode at a time.
Host MooseJaw Matt
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 184Facebook 570 Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Since Dec 2020 Get Email Contact

13. The No Sweat Nature Study Podcast

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Did you know one short nature study can teach a complete science lesson? In just a few minutes, Cindy West of No Sweat Nature Study introduces seasonal science topics designed to spark curiosity in elementary and middle school learners. These quick lessons make it easy to fit meaningful science into your day—and they're the perfect way to get a taste of the deeper learning in No Sweat Nature Study video classes. For information about bonus materials, please visit https://ourjourneywestward.com/podcast.MORE Host Cindy West
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 171 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

14. Found in Space: A Science Podcast for Kids and Teens

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Found in Space: A Science Podcast for Kids and Teens is a semiweekly show for young space enthusiasts, future astronauts, junior scientists, and their families. Episodes are short, 10 to 15-minute explorations of a space topic or listener question. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Send your own space questions to ****@Gmail.comMORE Host Arwen Hubbard
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 140 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

15. Quantum Physics for Kids

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Tanvi Gopalan is a 12 year old member of American Mensa who loves Quantum Physics. She teaches all about quantum physics in a fun and simple way. Quantum physics is the study of the smallest things in the universe, and it's one of the most fascinating and important branches of science. But it can also be very confusing, especially for kids. In this podcast, Tanvi explains complex concepts like entanglement, superposition, uncertainty principle and a lot more, in a way that anyone can understand. So whether you're a kid, a parent, or just someone curious about quantum physics, subscribe NOW!MORE Host Tanvi Gopalan
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 21 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

16. Creative Science for Kids

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Explore science facts, intriguing scientific discoveries, and hands-on activities to try yourself at home. The perfect way to spark an interest in science and to feed the minds of science-curious children aged 8 to 12 years. Jenny Lynch is a science show presenter, writer, and science kit inventor, with a knack for making complicated scientific ideas fun, fascinating, and easy to follow. Matilda Sercombe is a young presenter with a passion for sharing fast facts and posing intriguing questions.MORE Hosts Jenny Lynch, Matilda Sercombe
Producer/Network Creative Science Australia
Email ****@creativescience.com.au
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Stuart Goldsmith, Sarah Macdonald
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 13Facebook 954Twitter 13Instagram 194 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

17. STEM with Dr. Owl

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STEM with Dr. Owl Join our endlessly curious explorer Emma, her wise feathered mentor Dr. Owl 🦉, and their goofy robot sidekick Ziggy 🤖, as they dive into the wonders of STEM—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! 🚀🧪📚 In STEM with Dr. Owl , each 10-minute episode turns everyday questions into exciting adventures...MORE Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 13 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

18. Orbit: Science for kids on the move!

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Publishing 'Wild Critters,' a series with PBS Nature and the National Wildlife Federation! 🦬 Science made simple to help kids better understand the world around them. For kids ages 3-11. Perfect for car rides, family adventures, and learning on the go! 'Orbit' sparks curiosity, builds STEM vocabulary, and inspires kids to think like scientists as they explore the amazing world we live in! 🚀 🌟 Send us your questions: https://www.cumbrekids.org/questions 🌟 Our promise to parents: www.cumbrekids.org/our-valuesMORE Email ****@cumbremedia.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Prof. Ariana Vargas, Dr. Carlos Jaramillo
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 12 Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. Kids' Questions Answered

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Are you a parent who has ever been stumped when your kid asks you a question? Or are you a curious kid? Either way, this podcast is for you. Kids have questions, and we have answers. In each episode, we will explore the world around us. What's the difference between an asteroid and a meteor? What do dragonflies eat? What IS electricity, anyway? The answers to these questions and more are waiting. Let's start learning! Get in touch on Instagram: @DrDangerScience. emilydangremond.substack.comMORE Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

20. Science Trek: The Podcast

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Kids have lots of questions about science. Hosts Evie and Garrett are here to help. On episodes of the Science Trek Podcast, scientists answer elementary-age students' questions on a variety of science topics. The podcasts pair perfectly with the website, ScienceTrek.org, where kids, parents and educators can find videos, facts, games, teacher resources, lesson plans, 360° immersive videos and more! Science Trek is produced by Idaho Public Television, a trusted source for children's educational content.MORE Producer/Network Idaho Public Television
Email ****@idahoptv.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 900Twitter 9.1KInstagram 4.4K Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

21. The Bedtime Scientist: Calm Science for Sleepy Kids

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Some shows you have to monitor. This one you can trust. The Bedtime Scientist turns real science into calm bedtime listening for curious minds. Press play and walk away. Sleep comes with it. No fairy tales. No chaos. Just one steady voice guiding kids through the true wonders of our world and beyond. Learn softly. Sleep soundly.MORE Email ****@gmail.com
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 97 Avg Length 11 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

22. QuACK

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Welcome to Questions Asked by Curious Kids, or QuACK, a podcast from Southern Wisconsin Bird Alliance (SoWBA). Join our educator Mickenzee as she gathers kids' questions about nature and explores the answers with a local expert in short, classroom-friendly episodes!MORE Email ****@swibirds.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

23. Q&A Science Stories for Kids

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Welcome to Mini Sounds Science Story , a gentle series where big questions spark little discoveries. 🎧 Listen here: https://linktr.ee/minisoundsstory Each short episode follows Emma and Grandpa as they explore the wonders of our world — from stars in the sky to birds in the trees, from fossils in the ground to clouds drifting above. Together, they ask simple questions and uncover child-friendly answers through calm storytelling, clear explanations, and warm conversations...MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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24. SolveItForKids Science podcast

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Solve It! for Kids - The science podcast for curious & creative kids and their families. Peek into the world of real-life scientists, engineers, and experts as they solve problems in their every day jobs. Kids and families are then invited to take on a challenge and solve a problem themselves! Join Jennifer Swanson and Jeff Gonyea as they ask questions, solve problems, and offer challenges that take curiosity and creativity to a whole new level. Don't forget to participate in our weekly challenges!MORE Hosts Jennifer Swanson, Jeff Gonyea
Producer/Network Jennifer Swanson/Jeff Gonyea
Email ****@solveitforkids.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 32Facebook 615Twitter 1.2K Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

25. Marina Ventura: Kids Guide to Our Planet

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Join Marina as she explores the world of water from travelling back in time to see how the Romans washed, through to following where the water goes when we flush the toilet! That, and Marina's on a climate change crusade finding out what's causing our planet to warm and how we can all help prevent it.MORE Producer/Network Fun Kids
Email ****@funkidslive.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.1/5Apple Reviews 30 Avg Length 6 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

26. Atomic Adventures

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Atomic Adventures— where we explore big science for young minds!
Producer/Network Jess Sharpe
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 7 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact