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May 2021
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Thursday, May 6 - Meteor shower before a...

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Squiz Kids is a free daily news podcast just for kids. A short weekday podcast, created here in Australia, that gives kids (and their adults) the rundown on the big news stories, delivered without opinion, and with positivity and humour.

 

‘Kid-friendly news that keeps them up to date without all the nasties’ (A Squiz Parent)

 

This Australian podcast for kids easily fits into the daily routine - helping curious kids stay informed about the world around them.

 

LINKS

 

Meteor shower guide

https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2021-05-05/eta-aquarid-meteor-shower-2021-australian-sky-guide/100065000

 

Giant squid statue

https://globalnews.ca/news/7832044/japan-giant-squid-statue-covid-relief/

 

Giant wood moth

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/may/05/giant-wood-moth-found-queensland-australia-school

 

Marvel mega-trailer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdpxoFcdORI&t=190s

 

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https://www.instagram.com/squizkids/?hl=en


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