Historical Perspectives with Mr. Mault
Historical Perspectives are stories and articles for kids. These QUICK pieces are to be used with Historical Perspective resource packs on Teachers Pay Teachers. These packs include articles about the topic, primary source documents from the Library of Congress, comprehension activities, deep-dive questions, and so much more. I hope you enjoy these stories and articles!
To learn more, search Historical Perspectives on www.teacherspayteachers.com or on www.mrmaultsmarketplace.com.
Episodes
250 episodes
Historical Perspectives: 2026 Olympic Games: Prepping for the Winter Games - Podcasts for Kids
Get ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy! In this episode, kids learn all about the Milan–Cortina Winter Games, where athletes from around the world will compete in exciting snow and ice sports.We explore where th...
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Season 4
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Episode 112
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3:11
Winter Olympics History: A Non-Fiction Overview of the Winter Games
Get ready for the 2026 Winter Olympics with this fun and informative episode that explores the fascinating history of the Olympic Games! In this episode, we travel all the way back to Ancient Greece to learn how the Olympics began...
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Season 4
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Episode 111
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3:08
Historical Perspectives: Captain Lina and the Little Lantern (An American Revolution companion)- Podcasts for Kids
In this companion story to our American Revolution episode, listeners meet Lina—a kind, courageous girl known throughout her town as Lantern Lina. Through Lina’s eyes, we experience what life felt like for everyday people during the ti...
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Season 4
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Episode 110
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4:43
Historical Perspectives: The American Revolution - Podcasts for Kids
In this episode, we travel back to the time of the American Revolution to learn how ordinary people stood up for fairness and freedom. Why were the colonists upset with the King of England? What does “no taxation without representation” really ...
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Season 4
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Episode 109
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3:17
New Year, New Goals: How Kids Can Build Better Habits: A SPECIAL One Part Podcast Episode for Kids
Why do people set goals at the New Year? In this episode, students learn why January is the perfect time to reflect, set goals, and build small habits that lead to big growth. This kid-friendly podcast explains what research says ab...
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Season 4
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Episode 108
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14:10
1816 - The Year Without a Summer: A SPECIAL One Part Podcast Episode for Kids
What happens when summer never arrives? In this episode of Big Ideas, True Stories, students explore the true story of the Year Without a Summer and the powerful eruption of Mount Tambora. This kid-friendly science and hist...
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Season 4
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Episode 107
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7:17
The Mouse Utopia That Fell Apart: A SPECIAL One Part Podcast Episode for Kids
What happens when a society has everything it needs: food, safety, comfort, but still collapses?In this episode, we tell the true story of Universe 25, a famous mouse experiment by researcher John B. Calhoun that explored p...
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Season 4
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Episode 106
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8:33
Historical Perspectives: Building Maple Grove (A Story about the Legislative Branch) - Podcasts for Kids
Welcome to Maple Grove, a town where ideas are shared, voices are heard, and rules are made together. In this story-based episode, students in grades 3–5 learn about the legislative branch of the United States government through a relatable ...
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Season 4
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Episode 105
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3:35
Historical Perspectives: The Legislative Branch of Government - Podcasts for Kids
Learn all about the legislative branch of the United States government, the part of government that makes the laws. Using clear explanations and kid-friendly examples, this episode helps listeners understand how ideas become laws and why tea...
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Season 4
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Episode 104
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3:34
Historical Perspectives: The Executive Team (A story about the Executive Branch)- Podcasts for Kids
Visit the cheerful town of Willowtown and meet a group of leaders who know how to get things done. In The Executive Team, listeners follow President Harper, Vice President Sam, and their helpful Cabinet as they work to...
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Season 4
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Episode 103
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3:50
Historical Perspectives: The Executive Branch of Government - Podcasts for Kids
Explore the executive branch of the United States government and learn how it helps our country run every day. Using clear language and real-world examples, this episode explains what the executive branch does, who leads it, and why it is so...
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Season 4
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Episode 102
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3:05
Historical Perspectives: The Courthouse at Willow Bend (A story about the Judicial Branch) - Podcasts for Kids
Step into the town of Willow Bend and visit a courthouse where fairness matters most. In The Courthouse at Willow Bend, listeners meet Judge Amara Sol, a thoughtful judge who believes that the heart of justice is liste...
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Season 4
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Episode 101
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4:01
Historical Perspectives: The Judicial Branch of Government - Podcasts for Kids
What does the judicial branch of government do, and why is the Supreme Court so important to the United States?In this kid-friendly civics episode, students in grades 3–5 learn all about the judicial branch, one of the three br...
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Season 4
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Episode 100
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3:40
Historical Perspectives: Nutcracker Traditions - Podcasts for Kids
Nutcracker Traditions, is to be used with the resource Historical Perspectives from Mr. Mault's Marketplace on Teachers Pay Teachers.Check out all of the
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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5:43
Historical Perspectives: Nutcrackers - Podcasts for Kids
Nutcrackers, is to be used with the resource Historical Perspectives from Mr. Mault's Marketplace on Teachers Pay Teachers.Check out all of the
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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4:16
Historical Perspectives: The Energy Field Trip (Power and Energy) - Podcasts for Kids
In this episode, join Ms. Trent’s fifth-grade class on their exciting field trip to the Energy Discovery Center! Follow Emmy, Liam, and their curious classmates as they explore how energy powers our world—from spinning wind turbines and shin...
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Season 4
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Episode 99
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4:22
Historical Perspectives: Power and Energy- Podcasts for Kids
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of energy—what it is, why it's important, and where it comes from. From clean sources like wind, solar, and hydropower to fossil fuels deep underground, we’ll explore how energy powers our ...
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Season 4
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Episode 98
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3:53
Historical Perspectives: Liam and the Magic of Music (A Story about Pianos) - Podcasts for Kids
What happens when a young boy’s love for the piano meets his fear of the spotlight? Meet Liam, a ten-year-old with an extraordinary musical gift but a big case of stage fright. This episode follows Liam’s heartwarming and inspiring journey a...
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Season 4
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Episode 97
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3:57
Historical Perspectives: The History of Pianos - Podcasts for Kids
Have you ever wondered how the piano became one of the most beloved instruments in the world? Join us as we uncover the fascinating history of the piano, starting from its invention over 300 years ago by Bartolomeo Cristofori in Italy. We’ll...
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Season 4
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Episode 96
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4:25
Historical Perspectives: The Space Crew and the Asteroid Adventure - Podcasts for Kids
Join Captain Maya and her brave crew aboard the Star Explorer as they venture deep into the asteroid belt! This thrilling episode brings you along for a mission packed with teamwork, discovery, and high-stakes danger. From uncovering dazzling c...
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Season 4
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Episode 95
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4:17
Historical Perspectives: Asteroids - Podcasts for Kids
Join us in this episode as we explore the fascinating world of asteroids! Discover what these rocky remnants from our solar system's early days are made of, where they’re found, and why scientists study them so closely. We'll uncover how astero...
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Season 4
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Episode 94
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4:02
Historical Perspectives: The Family's Eid Celebration - Podcasts for Kids
Experience the warmth and joy of Eid al-Fitr through the story of the Faisal family in this enchanting episode, "The Family’s Eid Celebration." Follow 8-year-old Farah and her little brother Ali as they prepare for a day filled with traditio...
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Season 4
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Episode 93
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3:33
Historical Perspectives: Muslim Celebrations - Podcasts for Kids
Join us for this enriching episode, "Muslim Celebrations," as we explore the beauty, meaning, and traditions behind key Islamic celebrations. From the joy of Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan, to the reverence of Eid al-Adha...
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Season 4
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Episode 92
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3:00
Historical Perspectives: Sebastian and the Earthquake Lesson - Podcasts for Kids
Join us for an exciting episode, "Sebastian and the Earthquake Lesson," where curiosity and science collide! When Sebastian’s 3rd-grade teacher, Mr. Moreno, introduces the topic of earthquakes and fault lines, the classroom comes alive with ...
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Season 4
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Episode 91
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4:29
Historical Perspectives: Earthquakes - Podcasts for Kids
What makes the Earth shake and rumble during an earthquake? Join us in this exciting episode, "Earthquakes and Fault Lines," as we explore the science behind these powerful natural events. Learn how tectonic plates and fault lines are connec...
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Season 4
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Episode 90
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3:34