A girl who counted the stars so rockets could find their way home. A boy who grew peanuts into three hundred inventions. A doctor who danced in space. The scientists, inventors and explorers in these bedtime stories show children that curiosity is a superpower, and that it has always belonged to everyone.
Each story is about two minutes long, written for ages 4 to 8, with free narration, a quiz and three questions to keep the conversation going. They are a good match for a child who loves 'why' questions, and for STEM weeks at school.
10 stories
Bessie Coleman Learns French to FlyWhen someone says no, find another way; determination can carry you all the way to the sky.
Cheikh Anta Diop: The Great HistorianKnowing our true history gives us the power to build a bright future.
Elijah McCoy, The Real McCoyEven when people underestimate you, your brilliant ideas can change the world.
George Washington Carver and the Patient PeanutPatient observation and sharing knowledge freely can help a whole community grow.
Katherine Johnson Counts the StarsCareful, patient work with numbers can send people safely around the world.
Mae Jemison Dances in SpaceYou do not have to choose just one dream; curiosity, hard work and joy can take you all the way to the stars.
Mary Seacole and the Hotel She Built HerselfWhen someone says no for an unfair reason, you can still find your own way to help people who need you.
Matthew Henson: Explorer of the NorthLearning from others and never giving up in tough conditions can take you to the very top of the world.
Neil deGrasse Tyson: Reaching for the StarsCuriosity is a powerful tool; keep asking questions and follow your passion no matter what others say.
Sir Arthur Lewis: The Master of NumbersWith hard work and a clever mind, you can solve big puzzles that help millions of people.Very. Each story shows how a real person noticed something, asked why, and kept going. The discussion questions invite your child to do the same.
Yes. The stories are simplified for young children but the people, discoveries and places are real.
Yes. Every story has free narration on its page, and the app plays stories offline.