How to Make a Podcast: Lesson Plan 10

Support Materials
Podcast Examples for Kids
– The Plate Show
– But Why: A Podcast and Videos for Curious Kids
About
Students will learn how to properly record a podcast through examples and activities. They are given time and resources to experiment with sounds around them as well, using their own creativity to test out their ideas.
Credits: Lesson plan created by Izzy Voltz, WQED
Standards
๐จ Arts & Humanities (9.x)
- 9.1.3.F / 9.1.5.F โ Mediaโarts processes (plan โ record โ produce audio narratives).
- 9.1.3.D / 9.1.5.D โ Use tools & technologies (mics, DAW apps).
- 9.3.3.A / 9.3.5.A โ Critical response (edit, refine episodes after feedback).
- 9.4.3.A / 9.4.5.A โ Aesthetic response (tone, pacing, sound design choices).
๐ป Technology & Engineering (3.x)
- 3.7.A โ Choose appropriate audio tools (headsets, USB mics).
- 3.7.B โ Operate recording/editing software (tracks, levels, exports).
- 3.6.B โ Information Technology (organize audio assets; publish).
- 3.8.A โ Impacts & consequences (music licensing; interview consent).
- (Teacher background: integrating podcasting in the classroom.)
๐ ELA (PA Core PreKโ5)
Reading Informational (RI) โ Consult howโto guides/producer notes.
Writing (W) โ Develop episode outlines/scripts; revise.
Speaking & Listening (SL) โ Record with clear diction; listen and respond constructively in production meetings.