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Armchair Adventures is a podcast for children that whisks listeners away on imaginative, interactive adventures. Hosted by Connie, each episode takes young adventurers to fantastical places, all from the comfort of their armchair.
In this episode, the adventurers blast off into space for an exciting journey to the moon. Previously, Connie had been hesitant to join the lunar mission, worried she’d miss her mum. But as the countdown to launch approached, she realised she didn’t want to miss out on the adventure, so she rushed to board the rocket just in time!
The launch is a thrilling experience, with the adventurers feeling the intense G-force as the rocket blasts off. Soon, they float in the weightlessness of space, marvelling at shooting stars, space debris, and even encountering friendly aliens with blue faces and big, round eyes.
There’s a tense moment when Connie realises they’re on a collision course with another planet instead of heading towards the moon! But with some quick thinking and teamwork, they manage to redirect…Woopsie!
Pauline: I can see loads of craters.
Teresa: They’re like moon potholes. They need to ask the council to sort it.
Pauline: You expect it to be lovely, but when you step out it’s quite dirty.
Once they land safely on the moon, the team excitedly explores the surface. They plant the an Armchair Adventures flag and take in the moon’s craters, caves, and the eerie silence of space. As they wander about, the adventurers reflect on how surreal and special the experience is, realising that even though they miss their loved ones, stepping out of their comfort zones has led them to a truly unforgettable adventure.
The best moment in the episode comes with a catchy sing-along song, *Postcards from the Moon*, which encourages children to believe in themselves and take leaps into the unknown. The song is a reminder that although it’s normal to feel nervous about trying new things, facing those fears can lead to incredible discoveries.
Whether your little ones dream of blasting off into space or simply love a good adventure, this episode will certainly spark their imagination.
About Armchair Adventures
Armchair Adventures is a multi-award-winning podcast for kids – aged 6-10. It’s super-fun, educational and interactive – meaning it’s packed with sing and move-along activities!
Each episode is a new adventure of your imagination with Connie her gang of explorers – including you! Adventures include exploring a superhero lair, ballroom dancing and diving into a coral reef! Every episode also has an educational message for our mini adventurers like climate change, racial equality and recycling.
Armchair Adventures won Bronze at The British Podcast Awards 2022, has been profiled on BBC Radio 4’s Podcast Hour, in Podbible, featured on Podcast Radio, commended by HRH Prince William and is the first kids podcast available in-flight on all Virgin Atlantic flights!
Listen to the latest episode here.
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