Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories For Kids

Learn about the childhood, early education, and first exposure to computers of Bill Gates who became the founder of Microsoft and creator of Windows that led the PC revolution in the 1980s and 90s. 

Join us for our first historical fiction episode! During WWII, follow our young heroine as she learns about riveting and joins the war effort and with the iconic Rosie the Riveter showing to the world, "We Can Do It"! 

During the holiday season, learn about a rare moment of peace during the First World War. On Christmas Eve 1914, troops on both the Allied and German sides ceased fighting and instead came together and celebrated. Learn more about how the truce came about and hear first-hand accounts from the soldiers involved.

Did you know even the ancient Egyptians played with toys? Join us as we learn all about the history of toys and toymaking through the ages.

With the recent passing of Sandra Day O'Connor, we wanted to celebrate her life by re-releasing her episode. Sandra was the first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice and served from 1981 to 2006. Join us as we learn about her childhood and rise to the U.S. Supreme Court.

This holiday season dive in to learn more about the origins of Christmas and the life of Jesus of Nazareth, the simple carpenter, teacher, and miracle worker who became the Messiah of a new worldwide religion, Christianity.

Learn all about the holiday that takes place every year on December 26th, its origins, and what happens on the special day.

December 7th is the anniversary of the attack on the Pearl Harbor naval base in 1941, which thrust the United States into World War II. Join us as we learn more about the details of the attack by the Empire of Japan, the aftermath, and the Pearl Harbor Memorial in Oahu, Hawaii.

Learn about the history of Christmas Carols during the holiday season. 

With the holiday season upon us, learn more about the history of Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, and the story of the daring Maccabees that took place during 160 B.C.

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we're re-releasing our 2022 episode about the Navajo Code Talkers, who served valiantly in World War II. 

Learn about the life and rise to popularity of P-22, who became known as "The Hollywood Cougar" in the mountains of Santa Monica, California. 

Learn all about the pilgrims and their voyage on the Mayflower from England to the New World.

Learn about the First Thanksgiving and the helpful Chief Osamequin (Massasoit) and Tisquantum (Squanto) who helped make it possible.

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we wanted to share a past episode about Sitting Bull, the Lakota Sioux warrior and chief who led his people to many victories in the American West.

Dive in and learn a brief history of horses and their impact on history from the modernization of railroads to space travel! Get Crunch Labs at crunchlabs.com/bedtimehistory! Get StoryButton at storybutton.com/bedtimehistory!

On November 9, 1989, 25 years ago today, the Berlin Wall separating East and West Germany was torn down, marking the end of the control of East Germany by the Soviet Union. Join us as we learn more about the construction and fall of the Berlin Wall on its 25th anniversary.

In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, dive in as we learn about the meaning of many of the states' names with Native American origins.

With Dia de los Muertos being celebrated this week, learn all about the traditional Mexican holiday, Day of the Dead, where loved ones who have passed are remembered by their relatives.

Follow us back in time to October 31st 1 A.D. as a Celtic family prepares for the ancient festival of Samhain. Learn how Samhain evolved into All Souls Day, All Saints Day, and eventually the Halloween we know today. Get HelloFresh for 50% off and 15% off the next two months!