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Record Your Podcast
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Plan and record a short podcast episode using a phone or tablet, write a simple script, practice speaking clearly, and share with family.

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Step-by-step guide to Record Your Podcast

What you need
Adult supervision required, paper, pencil, quiet room, timer or clock

Step 1

Find a quiet spot where you will not be interrupted.

Step 2

Pick one topic you are excited to talk about.

Step 3

Give your episode a fun title.

Step 4

Decide how long your episode will be (for example 1 to 5 minutes).

Step 5

Write a short script on paper with a clear beginning a main idea and a closing line.

Step 6

Practice reading your script aloud two times to speak clearly.

Step 7

Place your phone or tablet on a stable surface so it won’t move.

Step 8

Open the voice recorder app on your device and get ready to record.

Step 9

Record a one-sentence test to check the sound.

Step 10

Play the test recording once to listen for volume and clarity.

Step 11

If the test sounds too quiet or loud move the device closer or farther or change how loudly you speak.

Step 12

Record your full episode following your script.

Step 13

Listen to the whole recording one time to decide if you want to re-record any parts.

Step 14

Play your finished episode for your family so they can enjoy it.

Step 15

Share your finished podcast episode on DIY.org

Final steps

You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!

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Help!?

What can we use if we don't have a phone, tablet, or the voice recorder app?

Use a computer with a built-in microphone or a simple handheld digital voice recorder and then place it on a stable surface, open the recorder, and make the one-sentence test recording just like the instructions say.

What should we do if the test recording sounds too quiet, loud, or has background noise?

Follow the instructions to move the device closer or farther from your mouth, speak more loudly or softly, silence other devices or find a quieter spot, then replay the one-sentence test until the volume and clarity are good.

How can we adapt this podcast activity for younger or older kids?

For younger kids choose a very short 1-minute episode and help them dictate or co-write a simple script and practice reading it twice, while older kids can plan a 3–5 minute episode, include interviews or sound effects, and edit after recording.

How can we enhance or personalize our episode before sharing it on DIY.org?

Give your episode a fun title, add a short intro jingle or sound effects, create simple cover art, play the finished episode for your family to get feedback, and then upload the final version to DIY.org.

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Facts about podcasting for kids

⏱️ Short episodes (around 5–15 minutes) are great for keeping family listeners engaged and excited.

🛠️ Audacity is a free, open-source audio editor you can use to trim mistakes, remove noise, and add music.

🎙️ Many smartphones and tablets have microphones good enough to record clear-sounding episodes—no expensive gear required.

🎧 The word "podcast" blends "iPod" and "broadcast" and was first used in 2004.

🧒 There are lots of popular podcasts made just for kids, featuring stories, science, and silly games.

How do I help my child plan and record a short podcast episode?

To plan and record a short podcast episode, start by choosing a clear, kid-friendly topic and write a simple script with an intro, two or three main points, and an outro. Practice reading the script aloud to build confidence and clear pronunciation. Find a quiet room, set up a phone or tablet on a stable surface, and use a basic recorder app. Record in short takes, listen back, trim mistakes, and then share the finished episode with family.

What materials and apps are needed to record a kid-friendly podcast?

You'll need a phone or tablet with a built-in recorder app, headphones, and a quiet workspace. Optional items: an external microphone for clearer sound, a stand or tripod, paper and pen for the script, and a simple editing app like GarageBand, Audacity, or a mobile editor. Make sure an adult helps install apps and set privacy settings before sharing recordings. Most items are inexpensive or already at home.

What ages is recording a short podcast suitable for?

Recording a short podcast suits children roughly ages six to fourteen. Young children (six to eight) can participate with a parent by telling short stories or answering prompts. Elementary-age kids (nine to eleven) can write simple scripts and record with limited supervision. Tweens and teens (twelve to fourteen plus) can plan longer episodes, edit audio, and manage sharing. Adjust complexity, length, and adult involvement to match attention span and comfort speaking.

What are the benefits of making a short podcast with my child?

Making a short podcast builds speaking skills, organization, and creativity. Children practice planning ideas, writing simple scripts, and speaking clearly, which boosts confidence and vocabulary. It also teaches basic digital literacy—using apps and simple editing—and teamwork if recording with family. For safety, avoid sharing personal details and get parental permission before posting. Keep episodes short and fun, and celebrate effort rather than perfection.
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