Parents' Guide to

Jamming on the Job

By Alina Barrera, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 5+

Positive intro to many careers through music and exploration.

Podcast Kids & Family PBS Kids Average run time: 18 minutes
Smiling hosts with pink boom box, green and blue background

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What’s It About?

JAMMING ON THE JOB from PBS Kids is a great introduction to the world of professionalism and positive role models. Musicians and hosts, Christina and Andrés, take you on tour of different careers each episode, with a guest from a specific field to explain what they do. When Christina and Andrés learn something new, their friend Boom Box makes a catchy tune so they can remember. The hosts also infuse Spanish words and phrases like - "Que bonito" and "Vamos", throughout the episodes. Episodes are around 18 minutes and with activities to do while you listen. This pod is packed with interesting things to learn for the whole family.

Is It Any Good?

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This is a fun and interesting weekly podcast filled with fun facts about interesting jobs and tons of great music. From everything to catchy upbeat songs to learning what a nurse practitioner does, kids of all ages will love Jamming on the Job. If kids can't get enough of this upbeat pod, the show's website offers coloring activities and transcripts for each episode. It's a fun and exciting introduction into finding your passion and doing what you love.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the many careers in Jamming on the Job. Which was your favorite job to learn about? What is the significance of learning about different careers?

  • This podcast uses many words and phrases in Spanish since hosts Christina and Andrés are bilingual. What impact does this have on the show? Why is it important to recognize bilingual speakers in different careers?

  • This podcast uses music as a learning tool. How does music help us learn? How can we use music to help us learn other subjects?

  • Activity idea: Ask the trusted adults in your life about their jobs. Can you make a song out of what they do?

  • This podcast encourages curiosity, perseverance and empathy. Why are these important character strengths to have in any career?

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