Polly goes to Fiddle Camp, violinist Katie Buckbee and her son Archer expound on their love of bluegrass, and our pal Eddie Berman introduce us to his 5-string banjo. A bit of ear training on Ear Snacks!
(And we use "fiddling" as a model for ways of learning by doing.)
We're getting ready for the 10th year of Ear Snacks, and we can't make this show without y ... Show More
Nov 2024
🎉 Bernice And Bobby's Great Invention 🐻
Bobby is at it again, trying to come up with a new invention. He asks his mom, ‘How do scientists come up with their ideas?’ After they chat a bit, she suggests a walk. Of course, Bobby decides to go for a run instead and comes up with a great idea. He asks his mom if Bernice can ... Show More
24m 28s
Nov 2023
Musical Kids, Musical Families (Hint: That's All Of Us!)
Do you have to identify as a musical person to nurture a love of music in your family? We think not. Meagan and Sarah look back at parenting babies, small kids, big kids and teens, reflecting on the role music has played in everything from bedtime to playtime, nurturing kids’ pas ... Show More
52m 40s
Aug 2024
Bobby Wants To Make A Rocket-Powered Skateboard 🐻
Bernice and Bobby went for a bike ride, and now Bobby has decided to work on his Science idea. Bobby needs a snack first because he is starving. After getting something to eat, he goes into the basement and draws out his idea. Once he has a design, he calls Bernice to talk to her ... Show More
23m 56s
<p>What's a "bad guy?" Is it fun to pretend to be one? (When is it not fun?)</p>
<p>Andrew & Polly model conflict in play, learn how to talk like a villain from voice actor <a href='https://www.morlagorrondona.com/'>Morla Gorrondona</a>, and ask kids what they know about "bad ... Show More
