Podkids Australia

Podkids Australia Episode 21 (June 2009)

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 01:22:00 GMT

Andy Griffiths is Australia's top-selling children's author. He has written some of the country's most loved children's books, including Just Crazy, the Day My Bum Went Psycho, the Schooling Around series and the Bad Book.

The Podkids had been reading some of Andy's books, so we contacted him to see whether he would be willing to take part in an interview. Andy kindly obliged, taking part in a telephone interview from his home state of Victoria.

Many thanks to Andy for sharing his time with our class and for the joy that his books bring to millions of children worldwide.

Podkids Australia Episode 20 (May 2009)

Wed, 20 May 2009 08:31:00 GMT

On ANZAC day (April 25), Australians remember the members of the armed forces who have sacrificed so much for our country.

In this episode, the Podkids talk about the ANZAC Day commemorations at Orange Grove Primary and interview several of the veterans who attended the service. Many thanks to Peter Hoare, Harry Rosielle and Kathleen Clift for being so generous with their time.

Thanks also to Jon Schmidt , Jakit Patrick and Rob Costlow for the podsafe music. Flag photo courtesy of James Cridland (creative commons).

Podkids Australia Episode 19 (March 2009)

Sun, 8 Mar 2009 06:07:00 GMT

The Podkids have been learning about the solar system this term. In this episode, you will learn about all eight planets in the solar system. You will also learn about dwarf planets such as Pluto and Ceres as well as some of the larger moons in our solar system.

Thanks to Derek K. Miller of Vancouver for the awesome music. Earthrise photo courtesy of NASA (used with permission).

If you enjoy the show, why not drop us an email at podkids@gmail.com. We just love hearing from our listeners!

Enjoy!

PS This is an enhanced podcast with chapter markers and title screens. If you are having difficulty playing the podcast, try downloading an MP3 version.

Podkids Australia Episode 18 (November 2008)

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 02:47:00 GMT

The Podkids have been learning about 'celebrations from around the world'. In this podcast episode (recorded live at a school assembly), the students talk about Australia Day, Guy Fawkes Day, Halloween, April Fools Day, the Melbourne Cup, Valentines Day and Easter. They even perform some live music. Enjoy!

Podkids Australia Episode 17 (August 2008)

podkids — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 04:18:00 GMT

In the special video podcast, the Podkids present the seven finalists from the Orange Grove animated film festival. These were premiered at a special red carpet event on 22 August 2008.

Having trouble viewing the video? Try the youtube version.

Podkids Australia Episode 16 (July 2008)

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 04:52:00 GMT

At the start of 2008, Orange Grove Primary School commenced a one-to-one laptop program for all students in Years 4 - 7. This podcast contains videos that the students produced reflecting on how their school lives have changed since receiving their very own laptop computers. The videos were shown to the school community at the official launch of the laptop program in March of this year. Enjoy!

(For educators who are interested in how the laptop program operates, Mr Fuller has posted details on his blog. You can also listen to Mr Fuller speak about the program on a Digital Chalkie webcast)

Podkids Australia Episode 15 (June 2008)

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 04:07:00 GMT

The Podkids have been learning all about carbon dioxide, the greenhouse effect and climate change. This episode is a recording of an assembly item that we presented to our school community in June 2008.

The music comes from Lanny Smith's Earthman project. Be sure to check it out at www.earthman.tv

Hope you enjoy the show!

Podkids Australia Episode 14 (August 2007)

Sat, 1 Sep 2007 02:33:00 GMT

As part of National Reading Day the Podkids have interviewed Western Australian author Elaine Forrestal. Elaine is the author of the novel Someone Like Me, which will be read by students all over Australia as part of National Reading Day. You can watch the interview by watching this month's special video podcast.

The Podkids have also set up an awesome website called 'A Place for Someone Like Me'. It includes chapter summaries, illustrations, a glossary and a place for people to discuss the book. Be sure to have a look at web.mac.com/nationalreadingday

A Place for 'Someone Like Me'

Sun, 5 Aug 2007 03:53:00 GMT

Wednesday 5 September is National Reading Day, and our class is getting involved in a very special way!

The Podkids will be working with Elaine Forrestal, author of the award-winning book âSomeone Like Meâ to produce book reports that will be read by students all around Australia.

Elaineâs novel has been selected as one of five books that will be read by students all over the country. Our class will be reading the book early and producing on-line chapter summaries that will be available for other students to read and comment on. Elaine herself will be viewing the site and responding to the childrenâs posts. On 31 August, Elaine will visit the classroom and be interviewed for a podcast that will be released as part of National Reading Day.

(Cover art used with permission)

Podkids Australia Episode 13 (June 2007)

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 01:12:00 GMT

The Podkids have scored their biggest media coup to date: An interview with the Hon Alan Carpenter MLA, Premier of Western Australia. Listen to Mr Carpenter answer the Podkids' tough questions and share his advice to the youth of today.

In this episode, you will also hear about our class trip to Jungle Gym, new teachers at Orange Grove Primary, white tigers and lots about outer space. Enjoy!

Podkids Australia Episode 12 (April 2007)

Mon, 9 Apr 2007 01:12:00 GMT

Welcome to Podkids News, our first ever video podcast. In this episode, our team of reporters will talk about 'connected learning'. We will show you some of the ways that students at OGPS connect with the global community.

Hope you enjoy it!

(Because this is a video podcast, you will need to either watch it on your computer or on a video iPod).

Podkids Australia Episode 11 (March 2007)

Sat, 31 Mar 2007 05:27:00 GMT

The Podkids are back for 2007, bigger and better than ever!

In this episode, the Podkids interview the Honourable Senator Helen Coonan, Federal Minister for Communications and Information Technology. We also report on a fire near our school, a delegation of Japanese teachers and our new project: Albert the Blogging Bear.

We also have a new group of Year 4s this years, so in this episode you will have a chance to meet the new Podkids.

Enjoy!

Show Notes for Episode 11

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 12:09:00 GMT

For the first time, Episode 11 is an enhanced podcast. This means that it includes pictures, chapter markers and links. This should make the podcast more enjoyable for most listeners.

However, if you have difficulties listening to this episode, drop us a line at podkids@gmail.com and we will arrange a good old-fashioned MP3 version for you.

As usual, some of the music from this month's show came from the Podsafe Music Network.

Podkids Australia Episode 10 (December 2006)

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 06:00:00 GMT

This is the final podcast from the Podkids for 2006. But don't worry, the show will continue in 2007 with lots of new students and great new segments.

This episode includes an interview with our local member of Parliament, Mr Stuart Henry. He sums up our school really well: "a community based school that is doing things on a global stage".

The Podkids also discuss grandparents day at OGPS, our class sleepover, cubbies, our museum excursion, Christmas, Egyptian gods and much much more! Enjoy!

Show Notes for Episode 10

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 05:34:00 GMT

In this episode, the Podkids talked about the Western Australian Museum, Stuart Henry MP and our class wiki (hosted by wikispaces).

Some of the music in this show came from the Podsafe Music Network. Many thanks to Rob Costlow, Jakit Patrick, Vincent Van Go Go and Dreamline who permitted us to use their music for this episode.

Podkids in the News!

Sun, 11 Feb 2007 05:38:00 GMT

The folks over at Apple have been very supportive of the Podkids over the years. Recently, they wrote this great case study talking about how we use Apple technology to make our podcasts. Check it out!

Podkids Australia Episode 9 (October 2006)

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 13:34:00 GMT

In this very special episode, the Podkids discuss the seven principles of "Leave No Trace Australia". Our environment is very precious, and the seven principles help us to make wise decisions when we are spending time in the natural environment.

Show Notes for Episode 9

Thu, 5 Oct 2006 13:13:00 GMT

If you want to learn more about Leave No Trace Australia, you can visit their website at www.lnt.org.au. Many thanks to Karen and Cameron for their assistance in preparing this episode.

Podkids Australia Episode 8 (September 2006)

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 11:55:00 GMT

We have done so many cool things since we last released an episode of our podcast. We have made presents for Father's Day, designed board games, learned to play Numero, had a visit from some UK teachers and much much more. Enjoy!

PS Keep those great emails coming. If you like our show, drop us a line at podkids@gmail.com .

Show Notes for Episode 8

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 11:33:00 GMT

Thanks to the artists who have allowed us to use their music on our podcast: Jaime Beauchamp, Eric Dietrich, .22, Fake Tan, Denis Kitchen and David Cyr.

Other sites mentioned in this month's episode include: www.savethekoala.com, Kids Enjoy Perth and Grade 3V's blog.

Podkids Australia Episode 7 (July 2006 Bonus Episode)

Fri, 21 Jul 2006 13:27:00 GMT

Our latest episode is a musical bonus show! We recorded the audio from our latest school assembly item in early July. During the assembly, we took our audience on an imaginary trip around the world, travelling to Japan, the USA, Africa and Australia.

The podcast contains several great songs, including "New York, New York", "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" and "I Still Call Australia Home". We hope you enjoy it!

Podkids Australia Episode 6 (June 2006)

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 11:56:00 GMT

The latest episode of Podkids Australia is a ripper!

We have been learning about New York, so Tayla will read you her narrative about New York, and Amelia will share her recipe for a healthy hamburger. We interview the Hon Sheila McHale MLA (Western Australian Minister for Indigenous Affairs; Tourism; Culture and the Arts), as well as Miss Terri Van Zetten from St Mary's College in Broome and Cameron's Dad Julian.

The show also includes Scott and Mathew's review of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, a "Simpsons" story by Tyrin and Brandan, an enormous mailbag segment and some original music by Sonny Combs and Kitty Kat Rodeo.

Episode 6 Show Notes

Mon, 10 Jul 2006 07:51:00 GMT

Some sites mentioned in Episode 6 include: www.dingoconservation.org, Miss Terri's podcast, 3 in 6 film-making competition and the Trafkids podcast.

Music for this episode has been provided by the Podsafe Music Network. Check them out at music.podshow.com

Some of the artists played include Blazej Lindner, Smiling Cynic, Derek K. Miller, 2006 Pl@stic Soul, Dennis Janglov, Anthems of a Bygone Era (A.B.E.) and Sonny Combs and Kitty Kat Rodeo.

Mr Fuller talks about the Podkids!

Sun, 9 Jul 2006 13:36:00 GMT

Our teacher, Mr Fuller, was recently interviewed on the Web2Learn webcast. He talked about why we make a podcast in our class, and what we are learning. You can listen to the interview at http://www.webcastacademy.net/node/159

Podkids Australia Episode 5 (May 2006)

Sun, 21 May 2006 11:48:00 GMT

Our class is going on an imaginary tour of the world, and our first stop is Japan! This episode contains information about Japanese food, culture, homes, transport and language.

The show also contains a great report on meerkats, some cool jokes, a special segment for our mothers and an interview with Roger Hayden from the Fremantle Dockers football team.

Episode 5 Show Notes

Sat, 20 May 2006 13:21:00 GMT

Some of the websites discussed in Episode 5 include Kids Web Japan, meerkats.com and the Trafkids podcast.

Music for the show was provided by the Podsafe Music Network. Many thanks to Brian Turner, Alex Brooke, Derek K. Miller and the Butn Pushn Teknohedz.

Podkids Australia Episode 4 (April 2006)

Tue, 11 Apr 2006 10:35:00 GMT

In this episode, the Podkids interview members of the Western Force (a Super 14 rugby team). We also discuss the think.com website, reply to emails from our loyal listeners, discuss the plight of Malaysian Sunbears, interview Rhiannon's Dad and teach you all how to use Microsoft Word.

Enjoy!!

Show Notes for Episode 4

Mon, 10 Apr 2006 11:59:00 GMT

Some of the music in this episode came from Josh James, Derek K. Miller and our good friends from New York City the Butn Pushn Teknohedz.

Podkids Australia Episode 3 (Harry Potter Bonus Show)

Thu, 30 Mar 2006 13:41:00 GMT

Bonus Show!! This is the audio of the Year 4 / 5 assembly item from 31 March 2006. The item is based on the novel 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone' by J. K. Rowling.

Thanks to Ellen and Sebastian at Mugglenet (www.mugglenet.com) for the great lyrics. Apologies to Sir Paul McCartney and John Lennon!

Podkids Australia Episode 2 (March 2006)

podkids@gmail.com — Tue, 14 Mar 2006 12:23:00 GMT

What a great show! We have reports on rugby, wrestling, Racheal-Lee's arm, including others, "Ask Mr Fuller", Animal Helper (dolphins), the pancake stall, and a chockablock mailbag!

Keep emailing us at podkids@gmail.com. We love to hear from our listeners.

If you have a fast connection, you can listen using the player on the right hand side of our website. People with slower connections should right-click the 'pod' button and save the podcast to their computer before listening to it.

Episode 2 Show Notes

Tue, 14 Mar 2006 12:09:00 GMT

Some of the sites mentioned in this episode include www.adoptadolphin.com, the Podshow music network and think.com

This episode featured music from the Butn Pushn Teknohedz and Derek K. Miller. If you like their music, consider buying a CD!

Podkids Australia Episode 1 (February 2006)

podkids@gmail.com — Fri, 24 Feb 2006 13:49:00 GMT

This is the first official episode of 'Podkids Australia', a podcast produced by Year 4 / 5 students in Orange Grove, Western Australia. This episode includes a report on the school's new administration building, an interview with the Principal, a visit from the Life Education van, Meet Mr Wilson, and a special message just for Racheal-Lee. If you enjoy the show, please email us at podkids@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!

What is a podcast?

podkids@gmail.com — Wed, 25 Jan 2006 01:37:00 GMT

In this test episode, Mr Fuller explains what a podcast is, and how he will be using podcasting in the Year 4 / 5 class this year.