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A journey through early American history for kids.

Growing Patriots

Episode 99 – What Lincoln had in common with the founders

24 JUN 2024 · Abraham Lincoln came after the founding period in American history, but he had a lot in common with our founders. In this episode, we're joined by Jon White, author of the children's book "My Day with Abe Lincoln" to tell us all about him!

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Founding Threads

25 APR 2024 · There are some threads that go throughout colonial American history – things like liberty and justice. Here are a few to keep in mind!

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7 Key Moments From Our Founding

17 OCT 2023 · In this episode, we go over 7 key moments from America's founding you should always remember.

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Ep. 96 – 5 More things about our founding

5 SEP 2023 · Here are 5 things that happened during America's founding period that didn't get a full episode, but I still want you to know about!

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Ep. 95 – The Capitol Moves to Washington, D.C.

10 AUG 2023 · How did Washington, D.C. become our capitol? We hear all about it with an expert from the United States Capitol Historical Society!

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Ep. 94 – America's First President

27 JUL 2023 · Once the Constitution had been ratified, it was time to America to choose its first president. We're joined by Dr. Colleen Shogan – the Archivist of the United States –to hear all about how George Washington was chosen and inaugurated.

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Ep. 93 – Wrapping Up the Constitution

20 JUL 2023 · We've learned an awful lot about the Constitution! In this episode, we're joined by Constitutional expert Clark Neily who breaks it down into the key themes and what we absolutely need to keep in mind.

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Ep. 92 – Amendments 9 And 10

12 JUL 2023 · The final two amendments in the Bill of Rights are all about who has the power – the people and the states. Here's how it all works.

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Ep. 91 – The Bill of Rights and crime

28 JUN 2023 · Amendments 5-8 are all about protecting the rights of someone who has been accused of a crime. That's almost half of the whole Bill of Rights! So, why did our founders care so much? Let's find out.

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Ep. 90 – Being Safe in your Home (Amendments 3 And 4)

16 JUN 2023 · The third and fourth amendments to the Constitution are all about making sure your home is safe from the government.

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