Educational Podcasts for Students
We make educational podcasts for elementary students that are perfect for your classroom!
From space and dinosaurs to mysteries of history, there is an episode here for any lesson plan. Explore our extensive library of FREE podcasts for students and get ready for engaging fun!
Unlike traditional lessons that rely solely on textbooks or lectures, podcasts give students a chance to hear stories, explore big ideas, and connect concepts to the real world. Because they can be listened to anywhere—in the classroom, at home, or even on the go—our educational podcasts for students and classrooms meet kids where they are and spark curiosity beyond the walls of school.
When paired with TinkerClass Podjects, podcasts don’t just inform—they inspire action. Students can extend what they’ve heard into hands-on projects, collaborative discussions, and creative challenges that incorporate project-based learning in a meaningful and memorable way that solidifies learning.
Wow in the World
- Episodes explore the WOWs in our world based on recent STEM discoveries
- Episodes are NGSS-aligned!
- 20-25 minutes per episode
- Subject Areas: Earth & Space Science, Engineering & Technology, Life Science, Physical Science, and Social Science
Who, When, Wow!
- Episodes explore histories mysteries through a top-secret podcast within a podcast
- Episodes take listeners on a journey through space and time
- 15-25 minutes per episode
- Subject Areas: Social Studies, ELA, Media Literacy
Once Upon a Beat
- Musical podcast that remixes classic fairy tales and fables with beats and hooks you can’t find in books
- Episodes feature original music
- 15-25 minutes per episode
- Subject Areas: ELA, SEL
Flip & Mozi
- Musical podcast featuring all the amazing animal creatures that make our Earth full of WOW!
- Episodes feature original music
- 20-30 minutes per episode
- Subject Areas: Life Science
WeWow
- Variety show podcast featuring familiar characters from the Tinkercast Universe
- Themed weeks have FREE corresponding activities
- 25-30 minutes per episode
- Subject Areas: Earth & Space Science, Engineering & Technology, Life Science, Physical Science, and Social Science
Two Whats?! And A Wow!
- Science-based game show podcast with kid contestants
- Short episodes perfect for brain breaks
- 10-15 minutes per episode
- Subject Areas: Earth & Space Science, Engineering & Technology, Life Science, Physical Science, and Social Science
TinkerClass
Find easy to implement & free project-based learning podjects for your students!
Bring the WOW to YOUR classroom with TinkerClass, our FREE project-based learning program. We’ll get your students listening, laughing and learning while they build 21st-century skills like critical thinking, collaboration and creative innovation!
Astronauts, Clean Up Your Outer Space!
Listen as Mindy and Guy Raz take us on an out-of-this-world quest to clean up space junk! Learn how biomimicry can help solve this messy space problem!
Then guide your students to Wonder, Tinker, and Make hands-on projects with customizable templates and activities.
Grades: All Ages Subject Areas: Physical Science, Spanish Language Topics: Innovation, Space NGSS: 3-PS2-1, K-PS2-1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Educational podcasts are flexible for all ages. Younger students enjoy short, story-driven shows, while upper elementary and middle school students benefit from deeper dives into science and critical thinking.
Teachers often pair podcasts with discussion questions, writing prompts, or Podjects (hands-on projects inspired by episodes). This transforms listening into active learning and makes lessons more interactive.
Yes! Educational podcasts for students are an engaging way to support learning both in and out of the classroom. They help build listening comprehension, expand vocabulary, and encourage curiosity in subjects like science, history, and storytelling.
Start with TinkerClass — a curated collection of podcasts and Podjects designed specifically for teachers and students.