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Back to SearchWriting in Clay: The Story of Cuneiform
Cuneiform is one of the oldest systems of writing in the world, first used in ancient Mesopotamia over 5,000 years ago. Written on clay tablets with a wedge-shaped tool, it was used to record everyth…
Published on 9 hours ago
Jose Rizal: Hero of the Phillipines
Meet José Rizal, a brave and smart hero from the Philippines! He loved to read and write, and he used his words to help his country. Rizal dreamed of a place where everyone could be free and happy. D…
Published on 2 days, 22 hours ago
The Rise of Cyrus the Great and the Persian Empire
Cyrus the Great was the founder of the Persian Empire, one of the largest and most influential empires in history. Known for his military brilliance, innovative leadership, and policies of tolerance,…
Published on 5 days, 17 hours ago
Arlington National Cemetery: Honoring Heroes
Arlington National Cemetery is one of the most solemn and significant places in the United States, honoring those who have served in the nation’s military. Established during the Civil War, it now ho…
Published on 1 week ago
Thomas Jefferson: Part 2
As the third U.S. president, Thomas Jefferson made bold moves like the Louisiana Purchase, which doubled the size of the nation. But his legacy is also full of contradictions—he wrote about freedom w…
Published on 1 week, 2 days ago
Thomas Jefferson: Part 1
Thomas Jefferson helped shape the foundation of the United States. As the main author of the Declaration of Independence, he expressed ideas about liberty, equality, and human rights that echoed arou…
Published on 1 week, 3 days ago
The Story of the American West
The American West is a land of vast plains, towering mountains, and legendary frontiers. This episode traces its history—from Indigenous nations to the arrival of settlers, the Gold Rush, and the cow…
Published on 1 week, 5 days ago
Egyptian Chariots: Weapons of Speed and Power
In ancient Egypt, the chariot was a powerful weapon of war and a symbol of prestige. This episode explores how Egyptian chariot warriors fought, trained, and helped expand Egypt’s power. Learn about …
Published on 1 week, 6 days ago
The Haircare Millionaire: Madam C.J. Walker
Madam C.J. Walker started with almost nothing—but she had determination, creativity, and a smart plan. In this episode, kids will discover how she turned a homemade hair product into a booming busine…
Published on 2 weeks ago
Bedtime Safari: When Mammoths Roamed the Land
We're excited to announce the newest addition to the Bedtime History family, Bedtime Safari!
Travel back thousands of years to a time when massive woolly mammoths roamed wide valleys and saber-to…
Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago