If you grew up hearing the stories of Winnie the Pooh, you know the stories of honey-loving bears, bouncing tigers, and gloomy donkeys all living together in an enchanted forest. But did you know that these much-loved friends were all inspired by real stuffed toys? And that Pooh Bear himself was named after a real, living bear? Join Anna and Leo as they journey into the past to uncover the true story behind Winnie the Pooh. They'll meet a WWI soldier, a little boy named Christopher Robin, and a very special bear named Winnipeg.

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Honest History creates award-winning books, magazines, and this show for young historians across the world. Our mission is to inspire kids to create a positive impact on history themselves. Learn more at honesthistory.co and @honesthistory.

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This episode was narrated by Nikki Bon and JoAnn Schinderle, written by Heidi Coburn, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Michael Dayvid.

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It was the first year of World War I. The sound of gunshots echoed across the countryside. But then, on Christmas Day in 1914, something extraordinary happened. The gunshots stopped. In the early hours of the morning, the soldiers laid down their weapons.

Join Anna and Leo as they journey into the trenches to uncover the surprising tale of the Christmas Truce— a story so astonishing, some people said it was only a legend.

About Honest History

Honest History creates award-winning books, magazines, and this show for young historians across the world. Our mission is to inspire kids to create a positive impact on history themselves. Learn more at honesthistory.co and @honesthistory.

Credits

This episode was narrated by Nikki Bon and JoAnn Schinderle, written by Heidi Coburn, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Michael Dayvid.

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Have you ever wondered where video games come from? Join Anna, Leo, and Percy the mouse as they press start on a journey through history. They'll uncover the origins of the first home video game console and dive into the dazzling world of arcades. But, they'll have to think of their feet because on this mission, they'll be playing a game of their own.

Get your controllers ready, Young Historians, and push play for our next adventure!

About Honest History

Honest History creates award-winning books, magazines, and this show for young historians across the world. Our mission is to inspire kids to create a positive impact on history themselves. Learn more at honesthistory.co and @honesthistory.

Credits

This episode was narrated by Nikki Bon and JoAnn Schinderle, written by Heidi Coburn, and produced by Robot Pirate Media. Original theme music was written and recorded by Michael Dayvid.

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