About this episode

Wendy Snyder and Brooke Knight discuss the importance of teaching kids truthful history to foster empathy and understanding.

What we teach kids about history shapes how they see the world, and themselves. In this meaningful and eye-opening conversation, Wendy sits down with Brooke Knight, co-founder of Honest History, to talk about why truthful history matters and how we can teach kids about the past in a way that builds empathy, curiosity, and confidence. Brooke shares the heart behind Honest History, a beautifully designed educational platform that helps kids explore real stories from the past through engaging storytelling, diverse perspectives, and honest conversations. Together, she and Wendy unpack how history doesn’t have to be boring, overwhelming, or watered down. It can be inspiring, empowering, and deeply human. This episode will help you feel more confident talking with your kids about hard topics, current events, and the complexities of the world, without fear, shame, or confusion. If you’ve ever wondered how to raise thoughtful, compassionate kids who understand the world and want to make it better, this conversation is for you. ➡️ Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.freshstartfamilyonline.com/328 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more info and links.⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 📕 Grab your copy of ⁠Fresh Start Your…

People in this episode

Host: Wendy Snyder

Guest: Brooke Knight

Topics covered

• history education
• empathy
• storytelling
• parenting
• children's development

Keywords

• history
• education
• children
• empathy
• storytelling
• parenting
• Honest History

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Honest History

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