History-Sode | The Umbrella

History-Sode | The Umbrella

What do ancient emperors, grumpy British men, and Japanese samurai have in common?

Umbrellas! In this 10-minute history-sode, Auntie Jo Jo takes you on a whirlwind tour through 4,000 years of umbrella history—from royal shade in ancient Egypt to being mocked in 1700s London.

Learn how umbrellas became more than just tools for rainy days—and how they once symbolized power, scandal, and rebellion.

Perfect for curious kids and adults around the world—rain or shine!

  • British Library: “A Short History of the Umbrella”

  • Smithsonian Magazine: “The Surprisingly Scandalous History of the Umbrella”

  • National Museum of American History – Umbrella patents and folding innovations

  • The Public Domain Review – Images and commentary on umbrella use in ancient art and culture

  • BBC Bitesize – Historical uses of umbrellas in British weather and society

  • History Today: “Jonas Hanway and the Umbrella Revolution”

  • Japan Today / Nippon.com – Traditional wagasa umbrella history

  • The Umbrella Shop (Australia & NZ) – Local culture and weather-adapted umbrella design

Jaksot(300)

Scout's Big Adventure

Scout's Big Adventure

Let's take a break from Emmy and Ava and step into the mind of Scout, Auntie Jo Jo's dog! This story was written by Jo Saraceni for this podcast.

25 Helmi 202510min

History-Sode | Kiwi Bird

History-Sode | Kiwi Bird

Did you know the Kiwi is the official bird of New Zealand? Sources used for this episode: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/animals/article/rise-of-kiwi-bird-new-zealand https://www.smithsonian...

20 Helmi 20258min

Emmy & Ava and the School Bullies

Emmy & Ava and the School Bullies

It's important to stand up for yourself. It can also be important to stop others from being a bully. We are all different and no one has the right to pick on us just because our shoes aren't brand new...

18 Helmi 20257min

History-Sode | Raining Cats & Dogs

History-Sode | Raining Cats & Dogs

It's raining cats & dogs......but not actual cats and dogs, right? Sources used during this research: https://www.historyextra.com/period/early-modern/why-do-we-say-raining-cats-and-dogs/ http...

13 Helmi 20257min

Emmy & Ava's First Sleepover

Emmy & Ava's First Sleepover

Sleepovers can be scary! Going over to a new friend's house and spending the night outside of your own bed. But Emmy and Ava have a blast! This story was written by Jo Saraceni for this podcast.

11 Helmi 20258min

History-Sode | The Sandwich

History-Sode | The Sandwich

Yummy! Let's take a big ole' bite out of a tasty little thing called the sandwich. How invented the sandwich and why? Sources for this episode: https://www.history.com/news/sandwich-inventor-john...

6 Helmi 20255min

Emmy & Ava's First Tournament

Emmy & Ava's First Tournament

Emmy and Ava get paired up for their first tennis tournament. How much fun do you think they will have? This story was written by Jo Saraceni for use on this podcast.

4 Helmi 20259min

Emmy's Birthday Refection | Part 3 - 4

Emmy's Birthday Refection | Part 3 - 4

Emmy has been working hard on a new and old hobby. She has branched out and met some new friends. Will she invite her new friends to help her celebrate her birthday? This Part 3 and Part 4 of a 4 Par...

28 Tammi 20256min

Suosittua kategoriassa Nuorille kuuntelijoille

lasten-sadut
rss-hei-baby
rss-kuumilla-aalloilla
iltasatu-lapselle
rss-satupalvelu-satuja-lapsille
saran-kaverikirja
rss-naapurissa
rss-lastenohjelma-taikalipas
perusasento
satuillaan-yhteisia-satuhetkia-koko-perheelle
docemilia
onnen-kuplia
riivattu-rakki
rss-stylecast
rss-vastaanotolla
rss-palaudu-synnytyksesta-podcast
mammanutturat
puhutaan-koiraa
odotushuone
rss-mamcast