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May 2021
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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.

 

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Saving Indonesia’s slow loris

https://www.bbc.com/news/av/stories-57105250


Chinese rover on Mars

https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-57122914



Swysh: personalised video messages from your favourite sports stars

www.heyswysh.com



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