About Magic Car Ride - Turning car rides into learning adventures
A podcast inspired by children that makes car time rich with discovery. Each episode invites kids to slow down, observe, ask questions, and wonder about the world around them.
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In this episode "Christmas Lights Ride" we explore the world around us with questions like: Do you have a Christmas tree? How many Christmas trees do you count in the windows around you? What are some interesting things people used to put on Christmas trees? Where did glass ornaments come from? Whether it's Christmas or not, we know you will enjoy this one!
We'll read an excerpt from a book called "Apple Tree Christmas (https://a.co/d/bz5Lszo)" by Trinka Hakes Noble. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/a6un6lW), or check out the book from your local library.
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9 Oct 2025
Driving through a tunnel
In this episode "Driving through a tunnel" we explore the world around us with questions like: what is the longest tunnel in the world? Do you like driving through tunnels? Did you drive through a tunnel today? What's the difference between a tunnel and a cave?
We'll read an excerpt from a book called "A Hole is to Dig (https://a.co/d/3ytgIkS)" written by Ruth Krauss, illustrated by Maurice Sendak. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/2P5EoT6), or check out the book from your local library.
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11 Sept 2025
Boom! What makes a Thunderstorm?
In this episode "Boom! What makes a Thunderstorm?" we explore the world around us with questions like: what makes a thunderstorm? Why are you safe in the car? What are the signs a thunderstorm is coming? Do you like thunderstorms?
We'll read an excerpt from a book called "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" written by Judi Barrett, pictures by Ronald Barrett. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/bqOke9W).
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4 Sept 2025
Summer Ride Rainbow Time
In this episode "Summer Ride Rainbow Time," we explore the world around us with questions like: what makes a double rainbow? What is it like to go for a ride in the summer? Can it still be summer if it's cool outside?
We'll read an excerpt from a book called "Over and Over" by Charlotte Zolotow, with pictures by Garth Williams. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/eeFwFRx).
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28 Aug 2025
Snacks in the Car
In this episode "Snacks in the Car," we direct our attention to the world inside of our car with questions all about snacks. Are you allowed to eat snacks in your car? What is a good snack for the car? What snack do you wish you could have in the car? And why does the car smell when you first climb in then stop smelling over time?
We'll read a poem from "Little Poems for Tiny Ears" by Lin Oliver, illustrated by Tomie dePaola. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/26jXefZ).
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22 Aug 2025
Power Lines and Cherry Pickers
In this episode "Power Lines and Cherry Pickers," we ask questions about the power lines around us: Do you see power lines around you? Why or why not? What do they look like? What would life be like without power lines?
We'll read an excerpt from Virginia Lee Burton's book The Little House. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/gw4DIvq).
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14 Aug 2025
Listener Questions: Episodes 1-10
In this episode we explore some of the questions that came from our listeners. If you want to ask a question, simply leave a comment on an episode when the car is parked.
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7 Aug 2025
Freeways and Wildflowers
In this episode "Freeways and Wildflowers," we ask questions about riding on the freeway like: What do you not see when you ride on the freeway? Why do we take the freeway so many places? Why do we sometimes not want to ride on the freeway? What do we see wildflowers on the side of the road?
We'll read a page from a wonderful book called "Miss Rumphius" by Barbara Cooney. You can pick up your copy of the book here (https://a.co/d/fPiAk2X).
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31 Jul 2025
Purple Cars and Cows
In this episode "Purple Cars and Cows," we ask questions about cars and their colors: Do you have a purple car? How come most of the cars around you are white, black or gray? Would you want to have a purple car?
We'll read a fun poem called "The Purple Cow" by Gelett Burgess. You read this poem for free here (https://poets.org/poem/purple-cow).
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31 Jul 2025
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A podcast inspired by children that makes car time educational and rich with discovery. Each episode helps young passengers slow down, observe, and learn about their world, letting their imaginations soar—nurturing their natural sense of wonder, creativity, and love of asking thoughtful questions.
24 Jul 2025
The Magnificent Moon
In this episode "The Magnificent Moon," we explore the beauty of the moon outside our window with questions like: how come you can see the moon in the daytime sometimes? What is it like to walk on the moon? What do you think the moon tastes like?
We'll read an excerpt from A Big Moon Cake for Little Star by Grace Lin. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/gjWtEd0).
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17 Jul 2025
Going Places
In this episode "Things Going Places," we explore the things and people around us that are going places with questions like: where do you think the people around you are going? Isn't it strange some people are going in one direction and other people are going in another? Where do you think everyone is going? And what is the definition of a vehicle?
We'll read an excerpt from All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon and Marla Frazee. You can support us and the author by purchasing your very own copy here (https://a.co/d/bk290Oy).
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10 Jul 2025
Concrete Mixers Mixing
In the episode "Concrete Mixers Mixing," we explore the concrete or cement mixers around us with questions like: what is actually inside a concrete mixer? What if a cement mixer gets stuck in traffic? What is your favorite construction truck?
We'll read an excerpt from a poem called “Concrete Mixers” by Patricia Hubbell. You can read the full poem here (https://brainly.com/question/8994557).
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3 Jul 2025
Rain in the Daytime
This episode explores the science and wonder of raindrops on cars, prompting curiosity about waterproof vehicles and the necessity of headlights in rainy conditions.
26 Jun 2025
Tow Trucks and Parking Spots
This episode explores the reasons cars get towed, where they go, and how to find them, using an excerpt from "Twenty Big Trucks in the Middle of the Street."
19 Jun 2025
Airplanes Away
This episode explores the exciting world of airplanes and fast travel, prompting children to imagine flying over flamingos and considering the speed of land animals.
13 Jun 2025
Bumps in the Road
This episode explores the causes and purposes of bumps in the road, considering potholes, speed bumps, and even imagining the car as a boat.
5 Jun 2025
Sidewalks and Rainbow Chalk
The podcast episode "Sidewalks and Rainbow Chalk" examines sidewalks, explores pedestrian concepts, and considers changing sidewalk colors, while also including an excerpt from Shel Silverstein's "Where the Sidewalk Ends."
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 17 / 100
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YouTube
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Engagement
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