In this episode of the InKredible Kids Podcast, you’re going to meet two InKredible kids, Shira and Noah, who both live with diabetes — and you’ll see how the same challenge can look completely different for different people.

You’ll hear Shira explain what diabetes actually means in a calm, kid-friendly way. She talks about pumps, beeps, carbs, school, camp, and learning how to manage something big — without letting it define who she is.

Then you’ll meet Noah, who brings you right into his world of sports, recess, and real-life moments where diabetes shows up at the most inconvenient times. From getting pulled out of a football game to dealing with beeping devices and juice breaks, Noah shares what it’s really like — with honesty, humor, and heart.

This episode is not just for kids who have diabetes.

This episode is for you if:

• you’re dealing with any kind of challenge

• you want to be a better friend

• you’re curious about what other kids might be going through

• or you need the reminder that you are not your diagnosis

As you listen, you’ll learn:

• how challenges don’t define you

• how technology can help — but courage matters too

• how asking “Are you okay?” can make a big difference

• and how being a good friend doesn’t mean fixing — it means showing up

Shira and Noah show you that you can live a full, fun, meaningful life — even when something hard is part of your story.

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• share it with a friend, classmate, or family member

• follow and rate the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

• tell others about the InKredible Kids Podcast

Putting together episodes like this takes many hours of planning, interviewing, and editing — and sharing is the biggest way you help keep this going.

Dedication opportunities are available.

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It’s been a little while… and Morah Tziri is back with big news and a powerful Chanukah conversation. ✨

Together let's dive into a heart-opening Chanukah episode with the one and only Mrs. Slovie Jungreis Wolff – daughter of Rebbetzin Esther Jungreis and a beloved teacher, author, and speaker.

This episode is not just for kids and not just for parents. It’s meant to be listened to together. Around the table, in the car, in the kitchen – wherever your family listens best.

Morah Tziri and Mrs. Wolff talk honestly about:

• What real confidence looks like (hint: it’s not your sneakers or your swag)
• How to handle jealousy, comparison, and “stuff” in a world that always has more
• Why every child has their own “spiritual fingerprints” that no one else in the world has
• How even “ordinary” kids can be heroes in tiny, quiet ways
• Turning Chanukah from “What did you GET?” into “What did we GIVE?”
• Anxiety, worry, and how to stop writing scary stories in your head
• The power of kids’ tefillos and why adults are literally counting on them

Along the way you’ll hear:

• A bar mitzvah sweatshirt story that flips “popularity” on its head
• How a 10-year-old slime maker turned her hobby into a $1,000 mitzvah project
• A mashal about a bird and a lion that will change the way your kids think about jealousy
• A beautiful idea to see your children as holy lights when you look at them by the menorah

This is an episode you can come back to again and again – for Chanukah, for tough days, and for those quiet moments when your child asks, “Am I really special?”

In This Episode, You’ll Hear:

• 🕯️ How Chanukah gives us eight nights of real family connection, not just presents
• 💪 What true confidence is… and why it can never live in a sweatshirt or a report card
• ❤️ How to help kids feel special even if they don’t have one big “talent”
• 🧠 Tools to deal with anxiety and worry through emunah and better “stories”
• 🎁 Practical ideas for making Chanukah about giving, not only getting
• 📞 Small, real-life actions kids can take that are actually huge in Hashem’s eyes

Mentioned in This Episode

• 🎬 InKredible Kids Film – “Am I a Hero?”
  Watch or re-watch this full-length Chanukah film about real kids doing real heroic things:
  👉 ikfilm.org
• 🧢 InKredible Kids Merch – fun Chanukah gifts that also support InKredible Kids:
  👉 InKrediblekids.org
• ✉️ Share Your Story / Be on the Podcast
  Are you an InKredible kid? Email your story to:
  👉 [email protected]
  
  
• 💡 Submit ideas for future Storytime episodes
  👉 https://inkrediblekids.org/future-episodes
  
  

Family Conversation Starters

After you listen, try these questions at your table or in the car:

1. What does real confidence mean to you after this episode?
2. What’s one “spiritual fingerprint” (unique strength) you think Hashem gave you?
3. What’s a small way you can be a hero this Chanukah – even if no one else notices?
4. What’s one thing our family can GIVE this year, not just get?

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In this InKredible Kids Storytime episode, real kids share their funniest, craziest, and most surprising sports moments — each packed with lessons about courage, kindness, and keeping your cool. ⚾🏀

It’s an episode full of laughter, surprises, and the kind of heart that makes every story an InKredible one.

💡 We’re now collecting stories for our next Storytime episode!
If your child has an amazing or funny story to share related to our next prompt, head to InKredibleKids.org/future-episodes
to submit theirs today.

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Ever seen a kid turn a hobby into something you can touch, wear, or play? We sit down with two creators who prove that tiny steps can transform into big wins. First, Rochel Tzivia walks us through her sewing journey—from learning to thread a bobbin to designing and stitching her own Bas Mitzvah dress. She shares smart alteration tricks, how to rescue a too-short dress with a new tier, and why a dedicated sewing nook under the stairs changed everything. Along the way, she honors her great-grandmother’s seamstress legacy and reminds us that the real craft is patience: pin, cut, sew, unpick, breathe, repeat.

Then we meet Rafael, the ten-year-old cofounder of Mentsch Cards, a mitzvah trading card game you can find in Judaica shops and online. He breaks down how each card teaches a single mitzvah with fun facts and gameplay stats, how silver and gold cards work, and why you have to complete five real-life tasks to earn that shiny gold. Behind the scenes, he and his father researched Sefer HaChinuch and Rambam, hired an illustrator, found a factory, and partnered with a distributor—real product steps, kid-level heart. With 27 stores on board and plans for new languages, he’s building a brand that turns collecting into character.

What ties these stories together is a simple truth: small actions compound. A custom hem boosts confidence. A card pack nudges kindness at home. If you’ve got an idea, make the first version for yourself. Set up your space so starting is easy, share your progress, and let momentum grow. We’re celebrating kids who finish what they start—and inviting you to do the same.

If this inspired you, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review. Your support helps us spotlight more incredible kids—and might be the nudge another young creator needs to begin.

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🎉 InKredible Kids Succos Trivia – Year 3! 🎉

Play along with us and earn prizes!

🌟 Prizes include:

• A comic book donated by Torah Treasures
• Two Parsha books from Mosaica Press:
  📘 The Ultimate Parsha Challenge
  📗 Let Me Ask You a Question
• A $50 Amazon gift card, sponsored anonymously
• 🎧 Grand Prize: A Naki Bolt device that streams Jewish music + 6 months of free Naki Audio membership, donated by Naki Audio

👉 Click here to submit your scores!
The raffle will be drawn right after Sukkos.

Thanks for playing — and Chag Sameach!

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What does it truly mean to face life's challenges with genuine joy? Meet Orly Koenig, a remarkable 10-year-old who transforms her daily struggles with cerebral palsy into opportunities for growth, laughter, and inspiration.

Born two months premature, Orly candidly shares her journey—from her diagnosis and multiple surgeries to her everyday life navigating the world sometimes on foot, sometimes by wheelchair, and often on her beloved electric scooter. With wisdom that defies her years, she reveals her secret to maintaining positivity: "Sometimes you don't feel like a normal kid because it's hard. But in life, things can be hard—you just have to keep pushing through."
Orly's approach to life's obstacles isn't about ignoring difficulties but reframing them through gratitude and purpose. 

Perhaps most touching is how Orly's joy becomes contagious. From distributing lollipops during hospital stays to volunteering at the gift shop while still a patient herself, she consistently turns personal hardship into opportunities to brighten others' lives. Her name "Orly," meaning "my light," perfectly captures her essence as someone who illuminates every room she enters.

As we approach Rosh Hashanah, Orly's story reminds us that crowning Hashem as King isn't done through fear or sadness, but through celebration and recognition of blessings. Join us for this heartwarming conversation that will leave you looking at your own challenges with fresh eyes and perhaps, like Orly, finding unexpected joy along the way.

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Ever wondered if you're the only one nervous on the first day of school too? This episode dives into the universal experience of "first day jitters" through storytelling, personal anecdotes, and real experiences from inkredible kids around the world.

We kick things off with a reading of the beloved children's book "First Day Jitters," which reveals that nervousness isn't limited to students—teachers feel those butterflies too! Morah Tziri shares about her own experiences both as a child switching schools and as a teacher who sometimes cried on the first day because she wanted everything to work out. These conversations create a safe space for children to acknowledge their own mixed feelings about returning to school.

The magic of this episode comes from the authentic stories submitted by young listeners. From unexpected school building delays that turned into adventures, to a shocking tale of a scorpion falling from a classroom ceiling, to the embarrassment of walking into the wrong classroom that turned into a lasting friendship—these real-life experiences demonstrate how first-day nerves often lead to memorable stories rather than disasters. A guided visualization exercise walks children through what to expect, helping transform anxiety into anticipation.

Ready to face those first-day butterflies with confidence? Listen now, and don't forget our simple challenge: smile at one new person and say hello. That small act of kindness could change someone else's entire first day! 

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What does it take to start over in a new place? The Stern siblings—Yakov (10), Rina (8), and Toby (5)—know firsthand, having just moved from Miami Beach, Florida to Manchester, New Jersey less than a week before our conversation. Their honest reflections reveal the complex emotions of leaving behind everything familiar: excitement about living closer to extended family, sadness about missing friends, and nervousness about fitting in at a new school.

Each child approaches this transition differently. Yakov proactively seeks out future classmates, gathering intelligence about his new school. Rina worries about being included in games and conversations. Toby packed a framed photo of her and her friend to keep memories close. Their differing approaches remind us that personality, age, and individual resilience all shape how children navigate life changes.

Social worker Avi Kohn, LMSW offers transformative wisdom about transitions, introducing the crucial distinction between confidence and courage. "Confidence comes from experience," he explains, "but courage is what we call upon when we have no confidence yet." This powerful framework helps children understand that feeling uncertain doesn't mean they're doing something wrong—it means they're facing a situation that requires bravery rather than prior experience.

Rabbi Kohn shares practical strategies for both newcomers and those welcoming them. For new children: take initiative rather than waiting for others, be prepared for adjustment to take months rather than days, and respond to potential unkindness with kindness. For welcoming students: remember the mitzvah of being kind to newcomers, recognize that small acts of inclusion can have lasting impacts, and understand that differences may initially feel scary but offer opportunities for growth.

Whether your child is starting kindergarten, moving to a new community, or joining a new activity, this episode provides the emotional vocabulary and practical tools to transform challenging transitions into opportunities for developing resilience. How might calling upon courage today build confidence for tomorrow?

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The Nine Days before Tisha B’Av are a time when we remember what we’ve lost—the Beis Hamikdash, of course, and so much more.

In this very special episode, I sit down with four amazing siblings from Ramot, Yerushalayim—Moshe (15), Nachi (13), Aaron (12), and Leah (9)—who share their story about their little brother Shmuly a”h, who passed away when he was only two years old.

They talk about how they remember him, how their family keeps his memory alive, and how his short life still makes a big difference in their home. From a special memory box with Shmuly’s toys, to birthday cards they write him every year, these kids show us what real love, pain, and nechama look like.

We also speak about how missing Shmuly helped them understand what it means to miss the Beis Hamikdash—and how their pain helped them feel more for other people in Klal Yisrael who are also going through hard times.

When Nachi says, “When Mashiach comes, Shmuly will come too,” it’s a reminder that our personal tefillos and dreams are all part of the bigger picture of geulah.

This episode is emotional, inspiring, and so real. It will help you think about the Nine Days in a whole new way—with heart, with hope, and with love for all of Am Yisrael. 💔➡️❤️

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🎬 Don’t forget to pre-order our brand new Tisha B’Av film “Rebuild: The Quest to Bring Moshiach” at ikfilm.org — a powerful and meaningful way to spend Tisha B’Av as a family.

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Join the Chai-a-thon at chaiathon.org to help children fighting serious illness while earning prizes and making a difference through kindness and tzedakah.

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We explore what it's like to grow up Jewish in Melbourne, Australia through the eyes of 10-year-old Chaya, discovering both the differences and surprising similarities in Jewish life across the globe.

• Chaya introduces her life in Melbourne, Australia including her Jewish school and community
• Discussion about Australia's unique wildlife like kangaroos and koalas that are native only to Australia
• Exploration of the 14-hour time difference between America and Australia
• Chaya shares the story of her synagogue burning down in an anti-Semitic attack and the Prime Minister's visit afterward
• Conversation about Jewish community life in Melbourne with various denominations learning together
• Announcement about the Chai-a-thon fundraiser benefiting Chai Lifeline with new features including Chai Bucks and a stand-up kit
• Chaya's hope for the future that all Jewish people will be together in Israel with Moshiach
• Discussion about showing kindness to bring Moshiach closer, especially during the Three Weeks

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Check out the Customix new Etsy shop and find the coolest custom airbrushed swag from Israel! 

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