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Texas History for Kids
Texas History for Kids is a podcast where young listeners explore the stories they didn’t hear about in school—from legendary battles and forgotten monuments to the strange, enchanted, and unexplained corners of the Lone Star State. New episodes air every Monday.
Episodes
122 episodes
121 - The Girl with the Tattoo: The Mystery of Olive Oatman
In this episode, we explore the mysterious story of Olive Oatman—a young girl who survived a tragic attack, lived for years with the Mojave people, and later settled in Sherman, Texas.Was she truly rescued… or taken from a life she had c...
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120 - Why Texas Chose the Confederacy (And What It Cost Them)
This story takes us to the year 1861. Texas had been a state in the USA for just 16 years. Life was growing. Farms, towns, railroads.But something was wrong across the United States.The country was splitting apart and Texas had to...
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119 - The Kickapoo of Texas
In our previous episodes we’ve discussed the most famous tribes in Texas such as the Caddo, Jumano and Comanche. But today we're diving into the story of the Kickapoo people, a nation that has survived centuries of pressu...
118 - How Ancient Texans Made Tools Without Metal (And Why It Worked)
Long before recycling bins existed, ancient Texans were already solving a big problem. In this episode, uncover how skilled flint-knappers turned broken tools into something new—and why their clever ideas still matter today. <...
117- The Black Bean Drawing at Mier
It started as a mission. It turned into a mistake.In 1842, a group of Texan soldiers crossed into Mexico after being ordered to turn back. What they thought would be a quick success became a story of endurance, survival, and difficult ch...
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116 - The Women Who Spoke Up When No One Wanted Them To
In this episode, we wrap up Women’s History Month by exploring the powerful stories of three Texas women who spoke up when it mattered most.From a fearless journalist in Laredo who stood her ground against injustice, to a civil rights le...
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115 - The Women Who Saved Texas History Before It Disappeared
March is Women’s History Month—a time to recognize the achievements of women across history.These 3 Texas women made bold choices, faced real challenges, and changed the world around them: Jane Long, Clara Driscoll and Adina De Zavala.
114 - The Day Texas Became Its Own Country
March 2 marks one of the most important days in Texas history. On that day in 1836, a group of delegates gathered at Washington-on-the-Brazos and signed the Texas Declaration of Independence, creating a brand-new country ca...
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113 - Why Texas Built a Capitol Bigger Than the U.S.
In this episode of Texas History for Kids, Michelle and Zoe uncover the mystery of the Texas State Capitol — how it was built, why it’s pink, and what actually happens inside those historic walls. ...
112 -The Women Who Reached Space When They Weren’t Supposed To
February 11 is International Day of Women and Girls in Science. It’s a celebration around the world that recognizes women who work in STEM — science, technology, engineering, and math.Today we're talking about two women who worked with N...
111 - Susan B. Anthony: The Voice That Wasn't Supposed to Be
Today we’re talking about one woman who stood up for her rights,refused to back down and made her voice heard, her name was Susan B Anthony. Before we get to how Susan B Anthony shocked the nation by voting, we need to understand who she ...
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110 -Who Was REALLY Allowed to Vote? (The Truth About the 15th Amendment)
In this episode of Texas History for Kids, we explore the 15th Amendment and the long fight to protect voting rights in Texas. You’ll learn why Black History Month is celebrated in February, the role of historian Carter G. Woodson, and...
109 - State Symbol Spotlight: Dinosaur- Paluxysaurus jonesi
Walk in the footsteps of Texas’s official state dinosaur! In this episode of Texas History for Kids, we head to Dinosaur Valley State Park to uncover the mystery of Paluxysaurus jonesi—how it was discovered, how Texas chose its ...
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108 - The Pirate Who Helped (and Betrayed) Texas
In this episode of Texas History for Kids, we explore the mystery of Jean Lafitte, a pirate who ran smuggling and privateering operations across the Gulf of Mexico, negotiated with powerful governments, and even helped the United States ...
107 - State Symbol Spotlight: Does the Horned Lizard Have Magical Powers?
Early settlers and ranchers believed the “horny toad” or horned lizard, had special powers, not because it was spooky, but because it did things no one could explain. It looks prehistoric, survives extreme Texas heat, and has one of...
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106 - Why Texans Eat Black-Eyed Peas for Luck
Today, we’re exploring how black-eyed peas traveled across continents, survived hard times, and ended up as one of the most famous New Year’s traditions in Texas and the South.
105 - The Yellow Rose of Texas: Song, Story, or Legend?
Was The Yellow Rose of Texas song written about a real person… or is it a legend that bloomed later? In this episode, we follow the trail of a famous song, a mysterious woman named Emily, and the Battle of San Jacinto. You’ll lea...
104 - Siege of Bexar: Texas Revolution
Join us as we uncover the bold events surrounding the Siege of Béxar and the moment that changed the course of the Texas Revolution. Referenceshttps://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/bexar-siege-of<...
103 - State Symbol Spotlight: Bluebonnet
Why did Texas choose the little blue wildflower that pops up every spring as its official state flower? Join us as we uncover the “flower drama” of 1901, explore how bluebonnets turn Texas into oceans of color, and bust the myth about whether i...
102 - State Symbol Spotlight: Mockingbird
What can copy a car alarm, a barking dog, a squeaky gate, and maybe even Zoe? The Northern Mockingbird — Texas’ official state bird! In this episode, we explore why this talented (and slightly mischievous) bird was chosen to represent ...
101- State Symbol Spotlight: Pecan Tree
Discover how a tiny pecan became a huge Texas symbol. We explore Native American history, Governor James Hogg’s surprising final wish, and the rise of pecan pie as the State Pie of Texas.
Episode: 100!! Texas Centennial - 1936
Today marks our 100th episode of Texas History for Kids! 🎉 Join us as we uncover a shiny silver clue—a 1936 Texas Centennial Half Dollar—and follow its trail back through time.Step into 1836, when Texians at ...
99 - Alebrijes - The Spirit Animals
Discover the origins of Día de los Muertos through Aztec legend, the goddess Mictecacihuatl, and the colorful creations of Mexican artist, Pedro Linares. Learn how ancient spirit animals inspired modern Alebrijes and...
98 - Scary Stories: Pushed by Ghosts — The Mystery of San Antonio’s Haunted Tracks
We’re heading to the city’s South Side, near Shane Road. Locals call it the Haunted Ghost Tracks. It’s a place where legend says the spirits of children still linger… protecting strangers from danger.
97 - Scary Stories: Grave Secrets of Texas — The Cemeteries That Never Sleep
From San Antonio’s mysterious Chinese Graveyard to the heartbreaking legend of Baby Head Cemetery and the chilling tale of Elize Alberti in Galveston’s Old City Cemetery, this episode explores Texas’s most haunted re...
