The Children's Hour

The Children's Hour Inc.

The Children’s Hour is Kids Public Radio, broadcasting weekly on public radio stations worldwide. Our theme based shows are entertaining and educational, and feature only the best in music. Excellent for road trips, explore our world and learn with us!

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Jul 28, 2016 · 10 min
Every Kid Outdoors
The Children's Hour crew explored the "Every Kid in a Park" initiative, where every 4th grader in America can get a free family pass to all national parks, wilderness areas, wildlife refuges, and historical sites. Also, we found out what the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival offers for kids. Great music, a family events calendar, the KUNM Kids Birthday Club, and so much more. This show was recorded live at KUNM on July 30, 2016.
Jul 13, 2016 · 13 min
Giving Back: A Talk With Donovan Smith
The Children's Hour welcomed Donovan Smith, a 13 year old making a difference in the lives of homeless people. Having learned first hand the challenge of living a life without a home, Donovan chooses to give back to those in the community who are the most vulnerable and in need.
Jul 6, 2016 · 17 min
Sandia Cave
This week on The Children’s Hour we learned about the mysteries of Sandia Cave from the rangers who work to preserve and protect it. The cave has been a shelter for animals and humans, for more than 10,000 years. Today kids can crawl all the way to the back of the cave, to get a feeling for life as a cave dweller.
May 31, 2016 · 39 min
Symbols Of Enchantment
The Children's Hour welcomed musician and educator, Curious Chris who took us through the various symbols representing New Mexico. From the Zia to the Coelophysis, turquoise to yucca flowers the Land of Enchantment's state symbols showcase our unique culture, landscape and history. The Kids Crew explored these official markers through music and stories.
May 24, 2016 · 18 min
Climate Activist Kids
The Children's Hour Kids Crew are joined by kids who are actively trying to save the planet as part of Our Children's Trust. Aji Piper joined us from Seattle to talk about the lawsuit that he and 19 other kids are involved with to hold governments accountable for pollution. The kids are winning their cases, and that's good news for us all.
May 20, 2016 · 28 min
Andy Mason Performs
The Kids Crew welcomed singer and songwriter, Andy Mason from Portales, New Mexico with a live, in studio concert. Plus we found out when to expect the end of the world, and we celebrated the KUNM Kids Birthday Club members. As always, we also had a family events calendar, great music, and so much more. This show broadcast live from the KUNM studios on May 21, 2016.
Apr 28, 2016 · 21 min
Spring Rituals
The Children's Hour hosted kids from Jimmy Carter Middle School who told us how cultures around the world welcome spring. From exploding snowmen, drowning dolls, rolling down a hill with cheese, and flinging colored powder at friends, people worldwide have unique ways of saying goodbye to winter. Plus, we learned about Dia De Los Niños , what's on at The Guild Cinema, events for kids this weekend, the KUNM Kids Birthday Club, and of course, great music. Start your Saturday with a smile and The
Apr 20, 2016 · 12 min
Valle Vista Bird Watchers
Albuquerque's Valle Vista Elementary School 4th Graders from Mrs. Dawson's class joined the KUNM Kids in the studio to talk about how bird watching at the Valle del Oro was a life changing experience. Not only did these kids learn about our feathered friends in the Bosque, but the program enabled them to be citizen scientists. Plus, we found out about a celebration of public art in Albuquerque. Great music, a family events calendar, the KUNM Kids Birthday Club, and so much more this week on The
Mar 31, 2016 · 3 min
The Kids Visit Meow Wolf
We sent kids with a microphone into Santa Fe's multidemensional art installation, Meow Wolf. Originally broadcast on The Children's Hour on KUNM April 2, 2016.
Mar 11, 2016 · 3 min
Rock and Rhythm Orchestra
On Sat. 3/5/16, we welcomed a few of the kids from the Rock & Rhythm Youth Orchestra to our studio. We heard about their big fundraising concert, happening 3/12/16 from 2 to 5pm at the South Broadway Cultural Center. Plus, we had a live performance from Neil and Abby. We've posted their songs here. Enjoy!
Feb 11, 2016 · 9 min
Hakim Bellamy Reads Samuel’s Story
On January 2, 2016 poet and author Hakim Bellamy joined us into the studio to read his new children's book, Samuel's Story. What do you want to be when you grow up? Samuel wrestles with that question as he considers his options.
Nov 20, 2015 · 12 min
Scientific Kids
The Children's Hour, 11/21 9am: New Mexico has brilliant scientists of all ages residing across our state. We'll talk with a group of students who want to be able to compete in our state's Science Olympiad. Plus, we'll hear about what kind of programming is at Ghost Ranch for kids and families. We'll also feature Naomi Shihab Nye reading her essay: Gate A4. With excellent music, a family events calendar, the KUNM Kids Birthday Club and so much more, all in one hour just for kids!
Nov 6, 2015 · 11 min
Senator Martin Heinrich
What does a sitting US Senator actually do? Direct from Washington DC, Senator Martin Heinrich will field questions from our intrepid crew.