Kids on the Square®

Happy Fourth of July! It's time for Alyssa is ready to give her opening speech for the 4th of July on the Square celebration, and Jake is ready to eat way too much pie during this year's pie eating contest. But while they enjoy all that their town's celebration has to offer, let's hope they take a minute to remember why they're celebrating in the first place! Join Alyssa and Jake as they return to...

Alyssa is working hard on her opening speech for the 4th of July on the Square celebration, but Jake isn't convinced that America's 250th is that big of a deal. It looks like it's time for Alyssa to bust out her notecards and show Jake just how cool the fight for independence really was! Join Alyssa and Jake as they experience colonial Philadelphia and meet the man who printed the first copies of...

On this special episode of Kids on the Square®, we are presenting part two of our new audiobook version of Sherry Eyssen's The Upside Down Forest !  All the animals of the forest find joy in doing what they do best. Their contentment is a blessing… until something turns everything upside-down! In this allegorical tale of the Gospel, Sherry Eyssen presents the message of hope to the young and young...

On this special episode of Kids on the Square®, we are presenting part one of our new audiobook version of Sherry Eyssen's The Upside Down Forest !  All the animals of the forest find joy in doing what they do best. Their contentment is a blessing… until something turns everything upside-down! In this allegorical tale of the Gospel, Sherry Eyssen presents the message of hope to the young and young...

G-Pa's story sbout the Wright Brothers continues as the family boards their plane for vacation! When we last left off, Orville and Wilbur Wright had just faced a crushing defeat with the crash of their glider at Kitty Hawk. Join Micah and Lexi as they find out how the Wright Brothers were able to overcome big challenges to achieve their dream of flight!  This episode also features a Book Nook inte...

There's nothing like flying to a family vacation... but you've got to make it through the airport first! Micah is feeling bored at the airport after being told to put his devices away, but can G-Pa keep the boredom at bay with a story about how the airplane was invented? Join Micah and his little sister Lexi as they learn about the pioneers of modern aviation - the Wright Brothers!  This episode a...

Mrs. Sodecky's music class is preparing for the big Christmas concert. There's only one problem: her students do not know the song "Silent Night!" Let's all gather 'round to learn more about the history of this Christmas carol and the truth it holds.  If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun recipes, and other educational materials, please visit  kidsonthesquare.com  and che...

What was Christmas like back in 1837? Let's find out! Today, we're going back in time to visit the home of Charles and Abigail Adams and their four children. How was their Christmas different than what we experience today? What feels timeless about celebrating Christmas? And what happens when you get word that an unexpected visitor is coming on Christmas Day?  If you'd like to learn more and acces...

After losing his vice presidential student council campaign, Micah is feeling down in the dumps. Can G-Ma help pull him out of his slump with a story about another famous American who lost his political campaign? Join Micah as he learns to deal with disappointment and finds out why being the president wasn't the most important thing John Quincy Adams ever did! If you'd like to learn more and acces...

G-Ma is trying to convince Micah to run for vice president of the student council, but the whole process seems pretty daunting. With all the campaign requirements and the other candidates to deal with, Micah would rather call it quits. Good thing G-Ma has been reading a book about a former United States president who dealt with some very similar problems! Join Micah as G-Ma helps him with his camp...

Join members of The Public Square® and American Policy Roundtable™ team as they tell us stories about what summer was like when they were kids… in a time with fewer screens and little to no internet! Today you'll hear stories about camping trips, backyard adventures, working on a farm, and even some extreme sports! If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun recipes, and other...

Carolyn and Joanne are getting their projects ready for the Independence Day Craft Contest, but Joanne's project isn't turning out the way she'd hoped. Time for Mom to share a little bit of crafting inspiration! Join Carolyn and Joanne as Mom tells them the story of "The Star Spangled Banner" and the man who wrote it - Francis Scott Key!  If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages,...

Carolyn and Joanne want to ride their bikes down to the corner store all by themselves, but Mom isn't sure that's a good idea. Dad has a story that might change her mind, though! Join Carolyn and Joanne as they help their Dad tell the story of a kid who went on a grand adventure a lot farther away than the corner store - John Quincy Adams! If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages...

Rachael and Amanda are going to the end-of-school bowling party, and Rachael just received a "love letter" from a classmate. Uncle Guy is unimpressed - he knows what a real love letter should sound like! Join Rachael and Amanda as Uncle Guy tells them about two of the greatest love letter writers of all time - John and Abigail Adams! If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun...

Logan and his dad are trying to get to Orlando for spring break... but their flight keeps getting delayed. Good thing Logan's got his book from G-Pa to help pass the time! Join Logan and his dad as they keep the airport from getting the best of them and learn more about the Corps of Discovery from the journals of Lewis & Clark! If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun recipe...

Logan is sick and stuck upstairs in his room during a party - good thing G-Pa is here with a book to keep him entertained! Join Logan and G-Pa as they learn about the Corps of Discovery from the journals of Lewis & Clark!  This episode also features a Book Nook interview with Nan Gurley, author of Little Rose of Sharon, Twice Yours, and What Color Is Love? If you'd like to learn more and access fr...

On this special installment of "The Book Nook," we sit down to chat with Sherry Eyssen - the author of the children's book  The Upside Down Forest !  All the animals of the forest find joy in doing what they do best. Their contentment is a blessing… until something turns everything upside-down! In this allegorical tale of the Gospel, Sherry Eyssen presents the message of hope to the young and youn...

On this special installment of "The Book Nook," we sit down to chat with Anna Welch and Alan C. Duncan - the co-authors of the new children's book The Front Steps !  The Front Steps tells the inspiring true story of a young boy who found the joy of reading despite the difficulties during Segregation in America. This is a true story from the life of renowned scholar Dr. William B. Allen. Published...

It's almost Thanksgiving, and of course Uncle Si is going all out by creating a replica of the Mayflower in his front yard! Join John and Sheridan as they learn about their family tree and how they might actually be related to the pilgrims! This episode also features a Book Nook interview with Jasmine Mullen, author of  Ben Washington Is... The Newbie on the Block , as well as a Real Good Recipes...

It's the Eagles' big game to qualify for the Little League World Series! Too bad Racheal couldn't care less. Join us as we discover a new perspective on sports and share a glimpse of the amazing story and career of Jackie Robinson. This episode also features a new Book Nook interview with Melissa Smith, author of The Great Changeup . If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun...

It's career day at school! Join Amanda, John, and a new, unexpected guest as they learn how one of the biggest jobs in our country, The President of the United States, really functions. If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun recipes, and other resources, please visit kidsonthesquare.com and check out our Resources page! And if you enjoy this episode, please share it with a...

What do you do on a rainy day? Today, we travel back in time to the 1960's and visit Mamma Ray's diner. We meet new friends Janet, Cliff, and Richie, and learn about what life was like in the South during the Civil Rights movement. If you'd like to learn more and access free coloring pages, fun recipes, and other resources, please visit kidsonthesquare.com and check out our Resources page! And if...

The 4th of July isn't just about barbeque and fireworks, and there are lots of American heroes who you've probably never heard of. Join us for a fun, historic adventure back in time to celebrate Independence Day and learn about two unlikely heroes of the American Revolutionary War today at Kids on the Square!  If your child would like to share their summer reading this year, please reach out to us...

It's finally summer time! That means pools, ice cream, fireworks, baseball, and… summer reading. Join us for a fun, historic adventure back in time to learn about the beauty and power of books today at Kids on the Square!  If your child would like to share their summer reading this year, please reach out to us at kidsonthesquare.com

Join us for fictional and true sports stories that encourage, teach, and inspire us to never give up. Featuring a special guest interview with RJ Walgate, the youngest player in Major League Wiffle Ball and pitcher for the 2023 MLW Champions - the Metro Magic. For more resources and episodes, please visit  kidsonthesquare.com