Listenwise News Bites
23 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Listenwise News Bites is a current events podcast for young listeners featuring fun, interesting, relevant news stories that keep kids engaged, informed, and entertained. Veteran public radio journalist Monica Brady-Myerov poses thought-provoking questions following each news story that listeners can ponder or discuss with family members, teachers, or classmates. News Bites is produced by Listenwise, an award-winning learning platform using podcasts to improve students’ listening and literacy skills in grades 2-12. In partnership with NPR and other podcast producers, Listenwise News Bites brings you the highest quality, most engaging audio news stories.
For more stories from the news selected for young listeners go to www.listenwise.com
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Episodes
Episode 21: Biden Elected President & Laughter Signals Friendship
November 12, 2020 04:30 - 10 minutes - 9.6 MBThis week we cover the results of the 2020 Presidential election with Joe Biden winning the necessary electoral votes. And what kinds of signals to do you send to others about your friendships? For student reflection: How might laughter help humans and other animals survive?
Episode 20: The Rise of Private Militias & An All Black Rowing Team
October 22, 2020 14:12 - 15 minutes - 14.3 MBThis week we look at the legality of the rise of private militias and hear the inspiring story of the first all-Black high school rowing team. For student reflection: How do you think doing a sport helps you win in life?
Episode 19: White House COVID-19 Cluster & Settlers of Catan
October 08, 2020 17:55 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThis week we look at how a COVID-19 superspreading event seems to have created a cluster of COVID cases at the White House, including President Trump and the First Lady. Also board games are surging in popularity as people have more time at home. For student reflection: What can you do to stay healthy and keep those around you safe?
Episode 19: White House COVID-19 Cluster & Settlers of Catan
October 08, 2020 17:55 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBThis week we look at how a COVID-19 superspreading event seems to have created a cluster of COVID cases at the White House, including President Trump and the First Lady. Also board games are surging in popularity as people have more time at home. For student reflection: What can you do to stay healthy and keep those around you safe?
Episode 18: Western Wildfires & Interpreting Texting Punctuation
September 24, 2020 14:02 - 9 minutes - 8.9 MBThis week showcases the wildfires that are ravaging the Northwest. We look at how difficult it is to fight fires during a pandemic. And we hear about the importance of using punctuation in text messages. For student reflection: How do you think communities can help people affected by the wildfires?
Episode 17: A Look Back on the Civil Rights March on Washington & College Athletes in a Pandemic
September 10, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBThis week we look back on the 57th anniversary of the Civil Rights March on Washington at a time when marches for racial justice are demanding change. We learn about zoos reopening from the pandemic and 11-year-old Gui Khury who became the first skateboarder to land a 1080-degree spin during quarentine. For student reflection: Do you think public marches are effective tools for advancing social change?
Episode 16: Voting During a Pandemic and A Football Team Renamed
August 27, 2020 04:05 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBThis week we hear how one state has successfully conducted mail in voting. And a National Football League team changes it name because it's a racial slur. For student reflection: How can sports team names, mascots, images, and fan gestures cause harm?
Episode 15: Pandemic Expands and the Voting Rights Act
August 13, 2020 18:43 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBThis week we learn how the pandemic is growing in the U.S. and we hear about the importance of the voting rights act. For student reflection: Why is it important that all citizens have an equal opportunity to vote?
Episode 14: Remembering a Civil Rights Leader and the Silent Spread of COVID
August 06, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 12 MBThis week we remember civil rights icon Congressman John Lewis. And we learn how some people can spread the corona-virus without even knowing they have it. For student reflection: What can you do to protect yourself and others from silent spreaders?
Episode 13: The Importance of Masks & the Emancipation Memorial
July 30, 2020 04:00 - 9 minutes - 9.78 MBThis week we hear about how masks can protect you and others in this pandemic. Also, we revisit the Emancipation Memorial in Washington, DC. As Confederate statues and other symbols of racism are being dismantled around the country, some people are calling for this statue’s removal, too. For student reflection: Do you think learning that masks protect the wearer will encourage more people to wear them?
Episode 12: How to Safely Reopen Schools and Seeing Earth from Space
July 23, 2020 04:00 - 12 minutes - 12.5 MBThis week we hear about how schools leaders are thinking about how to safely reopen school in the fall. And what does the earth look like from space? For student reflection: What ideas do you have for keeping schools safe during a pandemic?
Episode 11: Confederate Emblem Removed from Flag and the NBA Steps in to Help With Voting
July 16, 2020 04:00 - 10 minutes - 9.75 MBThis week's news showcases Mississippi's flag, the last state flag with the Confederate emblem, which is now being removed. And some NBA teams are stepping up to help with voting during the pandemic. For student reflection: What can be done to make voting accessible, especially during a pandemic?
Episode 10: Protection for LGBTQ Workers and COVID on the rise
July 02, 2020 04:00 - 9 minutes - 8.99 MBThis week we learn how the Supreme Court ruled in favor of protecting LGBDQ employees. And we hear how people are demonstrating against racism in their cars to stay safe. For student reflection: Have you ever felt that you could not be yourself in certain situations?
Episode 9: Sheltering in Place Works and Sports and Race
June 25, 2020 04:00 - 10 minutes - 10.2 MBThis week we look at how sheltering in place requirements have worked to prevents thousands of coronavirus deaths. And we look at the NFL's response to protests about racial inequality. For student reflection: How are you thinking about protecting yourself from the virus in the future?
Episode 8: Reimagining Policing and Baseball during the pandemic
June 18, 2020 04:00 - 10 minutes - 10.7 MBThis week's news is about reimagining public safety following weeks of protest over police brutality against black people. Also, it’s summer which means baseball! For student reflection: What do you think are the most important jobs of a police officer?
Episode 7: Systemic Racism and Biking During the Pandemic
June 11, 2020 04:00 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBThis week news is about how systemic racism is driving thousands of people across the country to protest for change. Also, the lock down during the pandemic has meant fewer cars on the road, which means it's safer for bikes, especially women on bikes in Pakistan. For student reflection: What do you think can be done to create positive change where you live? For more current events go to: listenwise.com
Episode 6: Protests Over Police Brutality and Local Heroes at Your Grocery Store
June 04, 2020 04:00 - 10 minutes - 10.2 MBThis weeks news focuses on protests happening in cities around the country following the death of George Floyd, a black man in police custody. And we hear from a grocery store cashier who is on the front lines of the pandemic. For student reflection: What can you do to protect essential workers? For more current events go to Listenwise.com
Episode 5: Graduation in a Pandemic and Dogs Sniffing out the Virus
May 28, 2020 05:00 - 8 minutes - 7.89 MBThis week's episode looks at how school leaders are looking for alternatives to traditional, in-person high school graduations. And dogs and their incredible sense of smell are being trained to detect COVID-19. For student reflection: What other ways do you think dogs might be trained to help humans? For more current events go to Listenwise.com
Episode 4: Keeping the Food Flowing and Helping Your Neighbor
May 21, 2020 04:00 - 9 minutes - 8.36 MBThis week's episode looks at why farmers are throwing away food during the pandemic. And we hear how students in one community are helping their elderly neighbors. Also in Florida, cold weather means falling iguanas. For student reflection: What can you do to help people during the coronavirus pandemic? Listen to more current events at: listenwise.com
Episode 3: How Contact Tracing Works and a Run on Toilet Paper
May 14, 2020 15:54 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBIn this week's news we'll explore how contact tracing works. And a new toilet paper company in Maine stepped up production just as the coronavirus crisis hit. And do you miss your school building? One student did so he recreated it on Minecraft. For student reflection: What other skills, other than being a good listener, do you think are important to being a contact tracer? For more stories from the news selected for young listeners go to www.listenwise.com
Episode 2: The Future of School and Handshakes May be History
May 10, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 8.3 MBIn this week's news we'll explore what going to school might look like in the fall. And will you be shaking hands once social distancing ends? A look at the history of the handshake and why it may become "history". Also, a lonely dog radio show. For student reflection: When school starts again in the fall what are some ways you think schools can keep students safe? For more stories from the news selected for young listeners go to www.listenwise.com
Episode 1: Medical Protective Gear and Zoos
May 10, 2020 05:00 - 10 minutes - 9.56 MBThis week in the news we look at how shortages of protective gear for health care workers is putting them in danger. And we visit some animals at the zoo, who are lonely without visitors. And you will learn what alligators can teach us about social distancing. For student reflection: reflect on what zoo animal you'd want to take care of and why. For more stories from the news selected for young listeners go to www.listenwise.com
Listenwise News Bites Trailer
May 01, 2020 20:54 - 43 seconds - 735 KBAre you a teacher with students who have limited access to wifi or laptops? Are you running out of ideas to keep your kids engaged in high quality, fun learning? The Listenwise News Bites podcast combines NPR news stories selected for young listeners with instructional activities. Listen on wifi, or download for an easy, offline way to engage young learners with fun news, weird news, and some serious news.