Tumble is a science podcast that shares the stories behind science discovery. It explores how science actually works as a process. With stories ranging from reaching the deepest part of the ocean to hunting for black holes in distant galaxies, Tumble is co-hosted by a science journalist and a teacher.

In every episode of Book Club for Kids, a different group of kids discusses a young adult book. Each episode also features a celebrity reader and an interview with the book’s author.

Short & Curly is an ethics podcast from Australia. The hosts investigate dilemmas relevant to kids, like whether you have to love your sibling or whether Pokemon Go is actually playing you.

Shabam is a fast-paced, quirky podcast uses fictional stories to teach listeners about science. It’s hosted by an emergency medicine physician, a science journalist, and a filmmaker. Season 1 tells the story of three kids who are separated from their parents during a zombie apocalypse.

Each episode of this science podcast is co-hosted by a different kid, tackling their questions with interviews, fun segments, and the occasional musical number. Episodes cover a wide range of topics like carnivorous plants, interpreting dog and cat sounds, and life on other planets.

Produced by Vermont Public Radio, each episode of this podcast starts with an audio recording of a child asking a question (listeners are invited to send in their own), such as why people have different religions, why the sea is salty, and whether bumblebees have hearts. The rest of the episode goes on to answer that question by inviting experts to share their knowledge on the topic in simple language kids can understand.

The short episodes of this classical music podcast introduce listeners to different composers, often taking several episodes to study specific pieces or aspects of a composer’s work. The site also offers lesson plans, games, and other activities to supplement the show.

This fun and fast-moving spin-off of the popular Brains On! podcast is a family-friendly debate podcast. A kid judge listens to and scores the rousing, fact-based arguments of two contestants. With episodes like "Dragons versus Unicorns" and "Pizza versus Tacos," kids will be hooked, and they won't even notice that they're learning how to defend their ideas along the way.

The catchy soundtrack is the star in this delightful podcast from children's music duo Andrew & Polly (not surprising since the hosts have created songs for Wallykazam! and Sesame Studios). But this funny program also covers a range of topics by talking to actual kids as well as experts, providing thoughtful fun for young ones and their grown-ups.

Kids like to be informed and engaged, but talking to kids about the news can be a challenge. This podcast, created by moms who are broadcast journalists, offers young listeners five minutes of kid-friendly news (followed by a quick quiz) each day, five days a week. Perfectly timed for waking up, KiDNuz lets you start the day off on a worldy note

This amusing podcast features people telling interesting, little-known stories from history with an emphasis on fun and humor. Although it's not specifically a music podcast, each episode contains an often-silly song that's sure to get stuck in your head. There's even a quiz segment, so kids will learn something, too.

NPR's first show for kids is exactly the sort of engaging, well-produced content you would expect from the leaders in radio and audio series. Hosts Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas exude joy and curiosity while discussing the latest news in science and technology in a way that's enjoyable for kids and informative for grown-ups.

These 10- to 15-minute stories are a perfect way to lull your little one to sleep. The podcast is updated every other week, and each episode contains a kid-friendly story, read by a soothing narrator. Short and sweet, it's as comforting as listening to your favorite picture book read aloud.

Thanks to the hosts' soothing voices and a pre-story meditation, your kid might fall asleep to this podcast before the story even gets underway. But if not, the gentle adventures on Ahway Island will also sweep them off to dreamland. This podcast teaches kid-friendly mindfulness practices like "deep dragon breaths" that can be carried into waking life as well

With wacky episode titles such as "What if Legos were alive?" and "What if sharks had legs?," this series takes ridiculous "what if" questions submitted by young listeners and turns them into a new story every two weeks. Host Eric O'Keefe uses silly voices and crazy characters to capture the imaginations of young listeners with a Mad Libs-like randomness

One of the first kids' podcasts to grasp podcasts' storytelling capabilities, this podcast is still going strong with kid-friendly renditions of classic stories, fairy tales, and original works. These longer stories with a vivid vocabulary are great for bigger kids past the age for picture books but who still love a good bedtime story.

In the tradition of The NeverEnding Story, this original fable centers on a magical book that takes its readers to a world where they find the strength to overcome any obstacle. The writing itself is beautiful, and the stories are immersive. Themes can be serious (bullying, homelessness) but are handled with sensitivity and remain appropriate for kids. These powerful, modern stories are sure to entertain and provoke meaningful family conversations.

This serialized podcast tells the story of an 8-year-old boy living on an interplanetary space station who explores the galaxy and solves mysteries with his friends. With no violence or edgy content and with two seasons totaling over 13 hours of content, this sci-fi adventure is perfect for long car rides.

It’s never easy to bring up hard-headed girls, but they’re usually the ones who end up changing the world. This podcast features the stories of great women who could double your young woman’s desire and determination to make waves. Like classic fairy tales, most of the episodes begin with the classic “Once upon a time…” then goes on to tell the story of extraordinary women who dreamed big and refused to give up until they achieved what they dreamed about.

The sheer power of women like Melinda Gates and Gayle King telling stories about Frida Kahlo and Harriet Tubman is enough to fuel the fire in every young girl’s heart.

Meet Molly Mabray, an Alaska Native girl growing up with her parents, family, and friends. Over eight episodes, Molly and her friend Tooey discover the identity of a mystery creature that has stolen Molly’s birthday cake. Join Molly and the gang to discover what life is like for a typical kid on big adventures in Alaska.

The Dream Big Podcast is a family-friendly podcast inspiring kids (and adults!) to pursue their passions in life and take action to make their dreams a reality

Animal Sound Safari takes your ears around the world to explore the weird and wacky histories we humans have with animals.

From camel beauty queens in Saudi Arabia to cooked roosters who save lives in Portugal.

Each episode is jam-packed with cool stories, kooky facts and 'pawsome' puns.

Led by our safari guide Lawrence with help from his brainy animal expert Laura, you’ll make awesome new friends all around the world - both human and animal.

Are you ready for an adventure? Hop on board Animal Sound Safari!

Unspookable is a family friendly look at the histories and mysteries behind your favorite scary stories, myths and urban legends. Each week host Elise Parisian digs into the history, brain science, and power dynamics behind such topics as Bloody Mary, Charlie Charlie, and Ouija Boards to find the stories behind the scares. (Recommended for ages 8+) Unspookable has been called one of the "Best podcasts for kids of all ages" by Time Out New York, one of the “7 Podcasts Big Kids Will Love” by The New York Times, one of the "10 Best Podcasts for Children" by the Irish Examiner, appeared multiple times across Canada on CBC Radio's Podcast Playlist, on NPR station WHYY's Kid's Listening Hour, has been featured by Podcast Magazine, The AV Club, Fast Company, and more

The Big Life Kids podcast teaches children to stay resilient, believe in themselves, and face life's challenges with confidence!

Join beloved icon Julie Andrews for story time! Julie and her daughter, children’s author and educator Emma Walton Hamilton, invite you into their library to read their favorite children's books. Every story comes to life with sound, music and activities. Authors, kids and other special guests chime in, too! It’s a show that will inspire lively conversations and a lifelong love of reading. Produced by American Public Media.

Mystery Recipe helps kids AND their grown-ups uncover the fun, fantastical, and fascinating sides of food. Each ingredient-themed episode builds to a grand finale: a mystery recipe cook-along. Get excited about cooking (and eating) by digging into the deliciously silly and unexpectedly educational. Hosted by Molly Birnbaum. A production of America's Test Kitchen Kids.

This Peabody Award-winning scripted mystery series has been called a Stranger Things for tweens. With a voice cast of actual middle schoolers, a gripping, suspenseful plot, and interactive tie-ins, this story about an 11-year-old searching for his missing friends will keep tweens hooked to the speakers for hours -- more than five, to be exact

Inspired by old-timey radio shows -- complete with over-the-top sound effects -- this exciting serial podcast follows a plucky journalist who goes on adventures looking for her big scoop. Tweens will love Eleanor's wit and daring and might even pick up some great messages along the way. There's even a "Road Trip Edition" episode with the entire first season in a single audio file

This charming fantasy adventure will have listeners of all ages glued to the speakers until the very end. Two young princes seek to save their kingdoms and in the process face villany, dragons, romance, and a magical forest full of danger. Though kissing happens, it is treated with sweetness and humor. A fairy tale for our times, this audio drama is a great introduction to the world of fiction podcasts

This serialized podcast tells the story of an 8-year-old boy living on an interplanetary space station who explores the galaxy and solves mysteries with his friends. With no violence or edgy content and with two seasons totaling over 13 hours of content, this sci-fi adventure is perfect for long car rides.

In the tradition of The NeverEnding Story, this original fable centers on a magical book that takes its readers to a world where they find the strength to overcome any obstacle. The writing itself is beautiful, and the stories are immersive. Themes can be serious (bullying, homelessness) but are handled with sensitivity and remain appropriate for kids. These powerful, modern stories are sure to entertain and provoke meaningful family conversations.

What if the Harry Potter series was considered a holy book? While this can feel true to many Potter fans, this thoughtful, spiritual podcast actually puts it into practice. Each episode takes a chapter of a Harry Potter book and looks at it through the lens of a universal theme like love, hope, or destiny. You don't need to be religious to enjoy this delightful series, but it's not always spoiler-free, so make sure you've read the books ahead of time.

Almost all of us were at one point smitten by all things Greek mythology. Now, tweens and teens have the chance to hear fantastic stories like ‘Arachne the Weaver’ and ‘Jason and The Quest for the Golden Fleece’ come to life, thanks to this podcast by National Geographic Kids. The episodes are based on the book series Zeus the Mighty.

This Peabody award-winning radio series/podcast delivers scientific ideas in a creative, innovative way. The episodes are a joy to listen to, with a great deal of emphasis put on sound design in addition to the hosts' clever banter. Some episodes feature strong language, but overall this is a great choice for mature listeners.

Regularly one of the most popular science podcasts out there, "SciFri" (as it's known to its fans) has been informing and entertaining listeners for more than 20 years. For curious science lovers who want to learn about the latest discoveries, Ira Flatow's weekly discussions with experts and listeners are a must-listen.

Six Minutes is another enthralling, suspenseful audio drama from the creators of the award-winning podcast The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars Patel. Featuring a voice cast of real kids, each six-minute episode continues the story of an 11-year-old girl named Holiday who finds herself in the middle of a mystery adventure with no memory of where she came from. New updates are released twice a week, and you'll be counting down the minutes to see what happens next.

Little-known history comes alive three times a week in this fascinating, comprehensive podcast from the people at HowStuffWorks. You don't need to be a history buff to get hooked, but if you're not, you might become one after a few episodes. With a focus on weird events, overlooked stories, and underrepresented groups, this popular series is educational, too.

Delving into “linguistic adventures,” Helen Zaltzman’s podcast about language and grammar The Allusionist might seem like a tough sell. But start them on the Swearing Episode and trust me, they’ll be hooked. Zaltzman talks about traditions from around the world, why people say “sorry,” and there’s even a Swearalong Quiz

A podcast made by teens all about mental health and dealing with issues like insomnia and struggles with social media might seem a bit heavy for young tweens, but Australia’s MentalMusic is done with a light touch. And the subject matter has never been more important.

A graphic novel beautifully performed in the style of an old-timey radio show, The Thrilling Adventure Hour podcast weaves tales of space cowboys and mediums, heroes heading off to Mars and more. All performed by actors whose voices kids might even recognize.

An Australian podcast all about the history of amazing, fierce women throughout the history of that country. Telling the stories of scientists, athletes, explorers, spies. It’s inspiring enough for a listen, whether you’re Australian or not.

“Relaxation stories” to help kids sort through everyday issues in a calm, soothing way. This mindfulness program is an excellent way segue from the younger-years bedtime story to a thouroughly modern bedtime podcast. Each Peace Out story is given a recommended age, starting from age 5 through to about 12

The Rez – an adventure story about two strange friends and their adventures trying to stop a wicked A.I.

Things in the future are great… on the surface. You can change what you look like whenever you want. Purple skin, no problem. Pointy ears, no problem. Wings, or fins, or six-foot hair, you can have whatever you want… if you have the credits. And JEF, the helpful computer code that runs the world and makes sure that you stay happy by buying Omni Burgers, crystal unicorns, DLC packs of new friends and whatever else you need to keep your sanity bar on max!

The Tuttle Twins gives teens and tweens interesting perspectives in current events and issues that are gripping our ever-changing world. Even parents will surely find something to ponder upon after listening to episodes like ‘Why Do People Hate the Rich?’ and ‘Netflix and Hulu, Coke and Pepsi…Why Is There So Much Market Competition?

Tweens and teens are certainly not famous for their attention span, which makes the under-10 minute episodes of NPR’s ‘Short Wave’ perfect for them. The description ‘science on a different wavelength’ is on point, since host Maddie Sofia never sounds like she’s lecturing. She makes science less alien but a lot more exciting with episodes like ‘Octocopter Set to Explore Titan, Saturn’s Very Cool Moon’ and ‘The Science Behind that Fresh Brain Smell.’

This is the podcast for tweens and teens who have an interest in writing. For each episode, best-selling author and podcast host Cheryl Strayed calls up a writer she admires for insight and advice on how to write stories that matter. All over the age of 60, the seasoned authors and writers invited to speak on the show all have priceless genius and knowledge to impart on this generation’s young writers, which could very well involve your teenager

Wrapping up this list of informative, age-appropriate podcasts for young tweens and teens over the age of 9 is the Purple Rocket podcast, which lets them tag along to beautifully narrated adventures around the world, all of which force them to push the limits of their imagination. The choice of words and title illustrations may make the show seem like it caters more to younger kids, but you’d be surprised at the depth of life lessons and realizations young adults will gain after each episode.

Hi! I’m Remy, an 11-year-old Six Minutes superfan from New Jersey. The producers of Six Minutes gave me my own podcast! Every day I’m going to talk about my life, mysteries, and what it’s like being quarantined with my mom, my dad, and my older brother, Alex. This is my life…interrupted. (There just might be a mystery hiding in that eerie basement of hers.)

Welcome to The Weirdness… Middle-schoolers Arlo and Sierra host a podcast dedicated to exploring unexplained phenomena like the Loch Ness Monster, the yeti and the chupacabra. But they’ve never actually witnessed any of it—until they track down an unusual caller who turns out to be none other than Bigfoot himself. Turns out, the Weirdness is real, and it’s everywhere! Arlo, Sierra, and Bigfoot (aka Beef) set off on a mind-blowing adventure across the globe to find out why the creatures of legends are disappearing.

Before he was Benjamin Franklin, inventor and statesman, he was just Ben, a boy in colonial Boston with an adventurous spirit, a curious mind…and a penchant for getting into trouble.

Meet our most endearing Founding Father at 13, a charming rebel years away from discovering the ageless sayings and brilliant inventions that made him famous. When Ben and his friends stumble upon a mysterious letter leading to a legendary treasure, he’ll have to use his wits and bravery to outsmart the cruel British governor of Massachusetts.

Kid Friday is a weekly video podcast about the latest technology for kids, tweens, and teens. It’s a news show where a teen host talk tech “but always end up somewhere else,” according to the description. Recent episodes include discussions of stolen Amazon packages, bitcoin scams, and more. Great for that techie tween.

Commemorating the 200th anniversary of Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow,” The Hollow is a modern take on the timeless story of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman. When three 6th graders at Sleepy Hollow Middle School stumble upon a real-life ghost story, they find themselves on the trail of the Headless Horseman himself. Is he truly a terrifying ghoul, or has he been misunderstood for all these years?