Parent info: Journey with Story - A Storytelling Podcast for Kids is recommended for ages 6-10 and 11 plus. It's a Story led show that should be listened to in order. Made in the USA, it's about Folk Tales for kids. Launched in 2018, it has 310 seasons.
A bedtime story about a little princess who sets off on a bedtime adventure of her own. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration -14 minutes)…
A fun tale from Myanmar about a group of squirrels who have to make a compromise with a hive of bees so that they can all live peacefully in the same tree. A great way to teach children about the importance of team work and making compromises. An episode from…
Celebrate Father's Day with this fun story poem from Lewis Carroll about a poor pig whose attempts at learning to jump never quite succeed AND an encore story about a young lion whose father teaches him about the interdependence of all things - an orginal stor…
A tale from Japan about a poor woodcutter who mends the broken branches of a pine tree and is rewarded for his kindness.…
A Cinderella tale from Iraq about a young girl whose kindness to a little red fish is rewarded when the fish saves her from being tricked by her jealous stepmother. An espisode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 13 …
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A chubby teddy bear bemoans his appearance until he comes across a picture in a book of a plump king and so accepts his plumpness. A story poem from A.A. Milne that first introduces us to the bear who becomes Winnie the Pooh. An episode from Journey with Sto…
A story from Canada that explains why the little sparrow is so special to their people. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelliing podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration -10 minutes)…
A brave princess travels to a well at the world's end to free her husband and his brothers from a wicked enchantress, and also succeeds in bringing the healiing water of life to the blind king. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for ki…
Celebrate Mother's Day with this encore episode -an old folktale from Europe about a Mama crow and her baby, which shows how a mother's love makes every child beautiful. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration…
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A tale from West Africa about the man in the moon and his wife who have a huge argument that grows and grows until it causes havoc on earth. Which one of them will come to an agreement first? A great story to spark discussions about how to cope with disagreem…
A fun tale from Japan about a mischievous badger who steals a magic fan from three goblin children that lands him in a lot of trouble. An episode from Journey with Story, a storyelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (durationn 12 minutes)…
A First Nations folktale from Canada about a young girl, whose teacher Cloud and Rain,shares all his magic and wisdom with her, so that one day, she is able to save her own people from a terrible danger. A beautiful tale to spark discussions about the value o…
A folktale from Korea about a young boy whose kindness to others is repaid when he finds himself and his villagers in trouble. An episode from Journey with Story, a stortyelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 18 minutes)…
Celebrate Easter with this beloved fairytale classic by Oscar Wilde about a selfish giant who changes his way when he meets a little child in his garden.…
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A tale from India about a foolish man and his wife, who argue continuously about which one of them is the most foolish, until a neighbour encourages the man to go out into the world and discover that there are actually even bigger fools than either of them in …
Another fun Irish folktale to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, about a group of lazy servants who take advantage of their master's absence to shirk their cleaing duties, until a Pooka (a mythical shape changing creature) in the shape of a donkey, teaches them a le…
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun Irish folktale about a beautiful girl who is so clumsy that she cannot spin like her mother, but when her mother lies about her spinning ability in order to win the hand of a prince, three unusual "aunts" come to her r…
A folktale from Latin America about a proud King who is determined to find a way to touch the moon. A perfect story to teach the importance of humility. An episode from Journey with Story, storytellihng podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration -11 minutes)…
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Children will chuckle at this nonsensical poem by Edward Lear about this imaginary creature called a Pobble, who has....NO TOES! An encore episode from Journey with Story - a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10.…
A Scottish tale about a King who receives a mysterious gift of a silver bowl engraved with the words, "Give this to the one you love." Find out who receives this gift in this lovely tale that will spark discussions with your listener about what they would do …
An old Scottish tale about a magical sea horse who loves his wife so much that he decides to do something very special to make her happy. A perfect story to celebrate Valentine's Day and spark discussions about how we can bring happiness to those we love. An…
A tale from Singapore about two kind widows who help all their neighbours and finally are rewarded for their goodness with a magnifient surprise. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duratioin - 12 minutes)…
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A story from Tibet about a tortoise and a monkey who seem to be good friends until something happens to test that friendship, and we discover that one of them is not quite such a good friend after all. A fun tale to teach our little ones what it means to be a …
A classic Norwegian tale about a poor boy who is rewarded for his act of kindness by finding a chest full of silver, but since he believes the silver is stolen, he only keeps one floating penny - his honest penny, which in due course brings him wealth and happ…
An old Scottish tale about a poor fisherman who finds a magic cap that can transport him to other places. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 9 minutes)…
A beautiful tale from Japan that explains why the Japanese language uses the same name for a spider and a cloud. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 11 minutes)…
Start the New Year with our Encore episode of Pandora's Box - the beloved Greek myth about Pandora who is given a mysterious box and forbidden to open it, but will she be able to resist the temptatiion? An epsisode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podc…
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A magical tale from North America about how the frost fairies use their magic to delight the children on the earth. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10.…
Kathleen's published picture book about a young Hispanic boy who gets a part as the innkeeper in the school nativity, but on opening night he becomes so swept up in this long ago world that when Mary and Joseph ask him, "Do you have any room at your inn? he co…
This touching legend from Sweden explains how a special flower that blooms in winter came to be called the Christmas Rose, and reminds us that the miracle Christmas is for all - even a robber who is seeking forgiveness. An episode from Journey with Story, a …
A silly story from Scotland about a husband and wife who have a very silly argument that grows and grows until the whole town is involved in the silliness. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 13 minutes)…
A Russian tale about a poor farmer who recieves a very unusual gift from Father Frost that brings him unexpected good fortune. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 15 minutes)…
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Celebrate Thanksgiving with this lovely Native American tale about how the Master of the Winds divides his power into four separate winds with a different animal in charge of each wind. A lovely tale to remind us to be grateful for our earth and all of creati…
A poor fisherman is rewarded for his kindness to the Princess of the Sea with a magical salt grinder, but when a greedy man in his village steals the grinder from the fisherman, he is punished for his greediness. A folktale from Vietnam that warns us not to b…
Enjoy these two fun poems from T. S. Eliot's "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats. Rum Tum Tugger and Old Gumbie. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 10 minutes)…
When a kind hermit transforms two worms into two human beings because they promise to look after the earth and keep it safe, trouble ensues when they break their promise. A cautionary tale from the Philippines to remind us to be kind to our earth.An episode f…
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Celebrate Halloween with these two beloved poems.…
A tale from China about how a little toad tricks a big tiger into allowing him and his friends to go free after the tiger interupts their argument. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 8 minutes)…
A folktale from the Philippines that explains why mosquitos buzz around people's ears. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 15 minutes)…
A native American tale about a poor, lonley orphan boy who discovers a magical stone that tells him all kinds of marvelous stories that bring him good fortune. An episode from Journeywith Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 13 minut…
A fun story from Vietnam that explains how it is that ducks sleep on one leg with the other tucked beside them. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 11 minutes)…
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A story from China about a clever little frog who manages to outsmart a hungry big tiger. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 11 minutes)…
A fun folktale from the Philippines that explains why the wind usually disappears once the rain arrives. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 10 minutes)…
A Vietnamese Cinderella story. See if you can spot what is the same as the Cinderella story you are familiar witih and what is different. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 11 minutes)…
Discover how this clever elephant keeper's daughter teaches a greedy king to be compassionate. A delightful tale from India that celebrates cleverness and kindness. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 12 …
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An old Indian folktale about a very selfish king whose encounter with the tree god leads him to discover how his selfishness causes suffering to his people. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 8 minutes)…
An old story from West China that explains how the cockerel got his red crown. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 10 minutes)…
When three little girls are left home alone and a crafty tiger comes a-calling, they have to muster their wits to outsmart this wicked, hungry tiger. A Korean folktale. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration…
A classic fairy tale about wicked witch who keeps Rapunzel trapped in a tall tower until a handsome prince comes to her rescue and the wicked witch earns her just desert. An encore episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (…
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A folktale from Thailand about a king whose new barber has a hard time trying to keep his secret from his people. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duratioin - 15 minutes)
A clever baby rabbit manages to trick a mean old hungry tiger in this fun Korean folktale. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 13 minutes)
A Greek folktale about a foolish woman and her three foolish daughters. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 11 minutes)
Celebrate Independence Day with this Native American story about a mother bear who rescues an abandoned baby boy in the forest to raise with her own two bear cubs, but when the bear hunters come close, she must find another way to protect the child. An encore…
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When her children beg her to tell them stories, a young mother sets off on an adventure to find stories to tell them. A folktale from South Africa that explains the origin of stories. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4…
An ancient tale from New Zealand about how Earth Mother and Sky Father were separated from one another. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 12 minutes)…
A Japanese folktale about a poor fisherman whose wish of becoming a father is granted after he rescues a beautiful white crane from captivity, but alas, when he later breaks one of her rules, his heart is broken. A lovely story to celebrate Father's Day. An …
A fun Scottish folktale about a magical cat who befriends an old woman and repays her for her kindness to him in a surprising way.…
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A folktale from Peru about a little frog who does a good deed that changes her life for the better. A lovely tale to teach children about the expression- "what goes around comes around." An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids age…
A tale from Afghanistan about a poor farmer who discoves a pot of silver in his neighbor's yard, but resists the temptation to keep it for himself and is rewarded for his honesty in a surprising way. An episode from Journey with Story a storytelling podcast f…
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A tale from Sweden about a young boy who is always wishing for something or another, until one day he meets a Magpie who teaches him a valuable lesson about how to make his wishes come true through his own hard work and effort. An episode from Journey with St…
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After his three sons each receive a very special gift, their father the king must decide which of these gifts will be of most use to rule the kingdome wisely. A tale from Poland that reminds us how to work together to use our gifts and make the world a better…
A beloved Easter tale about three trees on a mountain top who each dream about what they would like to be when they are fully grown. A tender story to celebrate the Easter season. (duration 10 minutes) An ENCORE episode from Journey with Story, a storytellin…
An African folktale about a king who gives his three sons a contest in order to decide which one of them will be the best heir to his throne. A wise tale to make us ponder the value of always comparing ourselves with others. (duration 9 minutes) An episode f…
A folktale from Spain about a young man who sets out to find the perfect with the help of a wise woman and a tree of magical oranges. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 9 minutes)…
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A folktale from Spain about a young girl who learns that happiness does not depend on getting everything she thinks she must have. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration 16 minutes)…
When a young boy receives a magical paintbrush that brings his paintings to life, he embarks on an exciting adventure. A lovely folktale from China. An epiosde from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10.(duration - 8 minutes)…
Find out how this clever harpist uses her musical skills to free her husband from his imprisonment in this Russian folktale. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration- 11 minutes)…
Children will chuckle at the antics of these three creatures in this funny Irish tale. A perfect story to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 9 minutes)…
A fun Irish tale about some friends who end up sharing a lot of good luck. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 8 minutes)…
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Children will chuckle to learn how bear first developed this habit of hibernation and sleeping all winter long. A fun Native American tale for kids ages 4-10. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids. (duration 9 minutes)…
A folktale from Ghana that explains how yams came to the Ashanti people who live there. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for children ages 4-10. (duration -11 minutes).…
Celebrate Valentine's Day with this touching story from Japan about a poor bamboo cutter and his wife who are given an enchanting fairy daughter to love and care for. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 9 m…
A tale from North America that explains how and when the first snowdrops appeared. A lovely story to help us banish any winter blues! An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for children ages 4-10. (duration 9 minutes)…
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A tale from Ethiopia about a farmer who learns a lesson about not taking the world around him for granted. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration-10. minutes)…
A Native American tale about a young girl who uses her skill with her bow and arrow to rescue Thunder, and as a reward, he gives her a special gift so that she can protect her people from danger. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for …
A fun story from Spain about a young boy who uses his special magical flute to deal with his nasty stepmother. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 8 minutes)…
A good king installs a special bell in a tower and instructs his people to ring this bell whenever they see an injustice so that one of his judges will rush to set matters right.…
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A Norwegian tale about a fox and a bear who buy a special tub of butter to keep for Christmas eve, but alas, this proves harder to do than they thought. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 14 minutes)…
A classic Christmas tale from Hans Christian Andersen about a discontented little fir tree who learns, only too late, the importance of being grateful for all that you have in life. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10…
An African folktale about an enchanted bird whose singing causes a farmer and his fellow villagers to dance without stopping, causiing all kinds of problems for their farms, until the village chief comes up with a solution. An episode from Journey with Story,…
A folktale from Tanzania about an ungrateful lion who learns a lesson about the importance of gratitude. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration 8 minutes)…
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Celebrate Thanksgiving with this Native American tale about a little humming bird who makes a big sacrifice to save all his animal friends. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 15 minutes)…
A folktale from Haiti about a little girl who discovers how to make a magical orange tree grow and how to overcome her wicked stepmother's cruel demands. (retold by Diane Wolkstein). An episode from Journey with story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-1…
A folktale from Korea about a poor young man who manages to overcome his poverty and forgive his brother for his unkindness to him and his family. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 12 minutes)…
An old folktale from China about how people thought the moon's face changed in one single night. An episode from Journey with Story - a storytelliing podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 11 minutes)…
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A tale from West Africa about a young lion cub who learns that while lions may be the king of the animals, he is not the king of men. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 10 minutes)…
A king announces that he will give a great reward to anyone who can answer these three questions - What is the most important time? Who is the most important person? What it is the most important thing to do? A classic tale from Tolstoy to remind us all wha…
A tale from Portugal about two storytellers who have to find a story that will cheer up the princess who has lost her rings. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 13 minutes)…
A folktale from India about a crafty jackal who manages to trick all the animals into thinking he is some kind of divine deity. A fun story to remind us that you can fool some of the people some of the time, but not all of the people all of the time. An episo…
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A fun tale from Korea about a very lazy man who ends up experiencing an unexpected stroke of very good luck. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 11 minutes)…
When a group of thieves break into Damsel the elephant's stall, their unkind and nasty plotting takes its toll on Damsel's usual kind and compassionate demeanour. Her owner, the king, upon the advice of the Buddha, surrounds her with wise and holy sages, who …
An Encore episode of one of our most popular stories - a Cajun tale about a clever rabbit who teaches two bullies, the whale and the elephant, a lesson they won't soon forget. An encore episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-1…
Find out how this loveable, but mischievous talking clock discovers his purpose in life in this fun, original tale, written by Kathleen. A great story to remind children how important it is to use their skills and talents to help others. An episode from Journ…
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Find out why we associate monkeys with bananas in this fun folktale from Brazil. An ENCORE episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 11 minutes)…
Find out how these fierce little kingbirds teach a rude bear some manners. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration -15 minutes)…
A tale from Hawaii about a brave boy who dares to dive down deep and confront the King of the Sharks, so he can bring back fish to his mother. An encore episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 14 minutes)…
Lots to laugh about in this funny story from Japan about an old woman who goes off to find her lost dumpling. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration 12 minutes)…
Teach your child the meaning of the word, "insatiable," in this classic tale from Rudyard Kiping, about a baby elephant who has an INSATIABLE curiousity. An encore episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration 14minutes)…
Discover how the badger and the fox have to escape from the bear who wants to steal one of their tails for himself. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 13 minutes)…
When a proud little kitten boasts about being so like a tiger that he must be his nephew, all the animals insist that he take them to the zoo to meet his uncle, the tiger, and so the kitten finds himself in a bit of trouble. A fun story to remind little ones a…
A fun story poem about a talented animal doctor who goes all the way to South Africa to heal all the sick animals there. A great story to invite listeners to think about the importance of names and try to make up their own names for people depending on the ki…
When a horrid, greedy crocodile steals the sun from the sky, all the other animals have to find a way to get it back from him. A fun story poem to celebrate the 4th of July with your little ones. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for…
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A traditional Zulu folktale that tells us how stories first came into the world. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 17 minutes)…
A fun folktale from Puerto Rico about a simple fellow whose mother's advice to be courteous and obedient to everyone he meets, brings him great good fortune. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 10 minutes)…
Celebrate Father's Day with an original tale by Kathleen about a little girl who really wants to be a princess, but she's just not sure exactly what kind of princess to be, and so she asks her dad to help her. An Encore episode from storytelling podcast, Jour…
A woman devises three tests for her three future daughters-in-law to see which of them will make the best daughter-in-law. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10…
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A little fairy with only one wing finds a creative way to fly and in the process makes a new friend. A delightful story to teach the importance of resourcefulness and kindness. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (…
A king with a stupid son decides to send him off on a journey in the hopes that this will teach him cleverness more than any of his books or lessons. A folktale from Brazil that explores the meaning of cleverness. A fun tale to encourage children to think ab…
Celebrate Mother's Day with our special encore playlist of our most popular stories about mothers.…
When Masha goes to bed, she complains about her lumpy pillow, her blanket and everything in her room, so off she goes in search or a better place to sleep, only to discover that maybe her own bed is not as bad as she had thought. A fun tale from Russia to rem…
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Meet a naughty goat called Nibbly Quibbly who is taught a lesson about bullying by a very surprising kind of animal. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling episode for kids ages 4-10.…
A hilarious tale from Brazil about why dogs sniff when they meet each other. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 8 minutes)…
A Brazilian folktale about a boy who is so talented at playing the violin that all kinds of animals want to dance along to it. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration -11 minutes)…
An old American tale by Carl Sandburg about a girl who loves her white horses more than anything in the world and a young boy who loves more than anything listening the the different kinds of winds. A beautiful tale that celebrates the wonder of friendship an…
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An African folktale about a honeyguide bird who shows a young man where to find a large honeycomb in the forest, but when the young man keeps all of the honey for himself without sharing it with the little bird, the honeyguide decides to teach him a lesson abo…
A poor Irish farmer does a kind deed for wolf in trouble and has his good deed rewarded in a most surprising way. Another Irish tale to celebrate St. Patrick. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 10 minu…
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A lovely Irish tale by Hapgood Moore, about a sad little girl who meets a tree fairy and goes off on an adventure to meet the Fairy Queen herself and from that day forward, she is never gloomy or sad again. The perfect tale to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. An…
A Korean folktale about a proud father mole who goes in search for the most powerful creature in the world to marry his beloved daughter, only to discover that the perfect husband is much closer than he thinks. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelli…
When Inventor McGregor leaves his home workshop to work at a laboratory in the city, all his ideas for inventions dry up, which leads him to discover that the source of his inspiration lies with his cheery wife, his five children and all that he loves in his h…
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A Russian folktale about the little daughter of a poor man who proves her wisdom by answering the multiple riddles posed by the Emperor. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (Duration -16minutes)…
Celebrate Valentine's Day with this tender Japanese fairytale about two cats who fall in love, but when their different owners refuse to allow them to be together, the cats decide to elope and set off into the world on their own, where their love is put the te…
A spoiled hen, Contessa Princessa, who likes to kick up a hullabaloo to get whatever she wants, learns a lesson about getting along with others when two new hens arrive in the henhouse. An original tale written by Kathleen. An episode from Journey with Story…
In this old Russian tale, a young princess persuades her father to let her choose a lady who will not only make him a good wife, but will also be a good stepmother for her. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (dura…
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Poor Cate has such an overactive imagination that she cannot enjoy the simple pleasures of life as she keeps imagining all kinds of catastrophes that might ensue at a trip to the zoo or on a day out for a picnic. Luckily, when she has to babysit a pair of row…
When greedy leopard eats up the secret stash of yams all the animals have been saving to eat at the special harvest, he has to pay a price for his selfish deed. A fun African folktale that teaches kids about the importance of honesty. An episode from Journey…
Discover how clever Masha outwits a fierce bear in this fun Russian Folktale. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration -12 minutes)…
Start the New Year with one of our most popular episodes, The Little Hero of Harlem, about a young boy who musters his courage to save his village from flooding. A great way to spark discussions about what makes a hero. An encore episode from storytelling pod…
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A wise princess who can speak several languages is told by her father that she must only a man who is wiser than her and who can speak a language that she does not know. But no young man dares to ask for her hand in marriage as they do not know more language…
When Little Girl has the chance to ask Santa for a present, she asks him for something that is not a toy or a game or something you can see or touch, but rather for an experience. A lovely Christmas tale to encourage us to think about what we value most in li…
An old story from Italy about a poor little girl who has never had any presents from Santa at Christmas, but this year, she leaves out h er wooden shoe instead of a stocking and in the morning she finds Santa has given her a most unusual present.. A heartwarm…
A poor scarecrow becomes very sad during the winter because there are no crows to scare away, but on Christmas night, Santa flies by and helps Scarecrow find a new purpose with him at the North Pole. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story fo…
Enjoy all of this month's episodes in our special bonus playlist. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story for kids, ages 4-10. (duration 40 minutes)…
A Scottish tale about an old man who sets out with a grain of barley to try and trick a lot of people into helping him make his fortune, but it doesn't turn out quite as well as he had hoped. A BONUS episode to celebrate St. Andrew's Day, from storytelling po…
Celebrate Thanksgiving with this quartet of poems by Emily Dickenson that celebrate the magic and miracles of our everyday world, and remind us to be thankful for the beauty of nature. (duration 8 minutes). An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with S…
A Chinese folktale about a poor young man who makes some promises that are hard to keep as it means he cannot get what he most wants when he seeks help from the Wise Man on the Holy Mountain. (duration 10 minutes)…
Tom, the pastry chef and his pet mouse, Tina are the best of friends. But when Tom makes a sugar mouse cake for the royal baking contest using Tina as one of the mice, things go terribly wrong and he has to find a way to save his beloved pet. A classic pictu…
Find out how this clever little hen persuades a hungry crocodile not to eat her up. A fun folktale from Africa. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration 9 minutes)…
Enjoy three of our most popular Halloween stories in this special bonus Halloween playlist.…
A beloved Beatrix Potter tale about an impudent squirrel who learns about the importance of minding his manners. An encore episode from Journey with Story, storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration - 10 minutes)…
A fun Brazilian folktale about a cheeky monkey who learns a lesson after playing one too many tricks on the other animals in the forest. An episode from Journey with Story a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration -9 minutes)…
An old tale from Japan about a tiny boy, who despite his size, proves himself to be a mighty and brave warrior. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 12 minutes)…
Enjoy this ENCORE episode of Anansi and Turtle -an African folktale about the trickster spider, Anansi, who learns a lesson about being greedy. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration 9 minutes)…
Enjoy all of this month's episodes in our special bonus playlist. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (duration - 40 minutes)…
For many a year and a day this noisy king and quiet queen have lived in perfect harmony despite their differences, but when the king begins to snore, his snores are so loud that no one in the entire kingdom and beyond can sleep. How will king find a way to sn…
A lazy lad must solve the riddle his father has given him if he wants to find a bride to marry. But will he be able to find the answer for what to buy with one paise? An episode from Journey with Story a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 1…
An original tale written by Aaron Shepard about a king who finds himself in a very tricky situation and needs to find the right person to advise him. A great story to spark some discussion about the best person to ask advice from. An episode from Journey wit…
Rudyard Kipling's classic tale about how the whale got his throat. A fun way to teach children what the word sagacious means. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration-14. minutes)…
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A cat and a parrot agree to invite each other to dinner, but it turns out the cat is very greedy and rather mean, and so dinner is not quite what the parrot had expected! A fun folktale from India for Kids ages 4-10. An episode from storytelling podcast, Jour…
A folktale from Laos about a very lazy fig farmer who is cured of his laziness when his wife falls sick. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration-10minutes)…
When an elephant and a dog become the best of friends, a greed animal keeper sells the dog and they are both brokenhearted. How will the two friends become re-united. A touching tale from India about the power of friendship. An episode from storytelling podc…
A Native American folktale that explains how the Bear Clan become the tribe chosen to receive from the Spirit the gift of healing knowledge. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration - 8 minutes)…
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A Native American tale about a young Indian girl who longs to meet the fairies she sees dancing on the shore of Lake Superior. (duration 15 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story, for kids ages 4-10.…
A folktale from India and Pakistan, retold by Aaron Shepard, about an old grass cutter who tries to get rid of all kinds of unwanted gifts only to find it is a lot harder than he imagined. A lovely folktale about happiness and contentment. (duration 16 minut…
After the North Wind repeatedly blows away this little old woman's bowl of flour that she wants to use to bake bread, the woman decides to go and visit the North Wind and demand that he return her flour. A fun tale from Norway that teaches children the value …
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A Brazilian version of Puss in Boots. When a poor man is forced to sell all that he owns in order to feed himself, he refuses to part with his beloved cat, and in return for his loyalty, his cat sets out to make his master rich. (duration 9 minutes). An epis…
A Native American Indian story about a Mother Bear who finds a little boy abandoned in the forest, and so raises him along with her bear cubs. But when the bear hunters come close, she has to find another animal who can protect him from harm. A tender tale t…
When a greedy King makes a wish that everything he touches turn to gold, he discovers that there are some things more precious than gold. A beloved Greek myth that reminds us what is most important in life and a great story to celebrate Father's Day. This is…
An original story written by Aaron Shephard about a clever duck who lends the king some money, and when he demands to be repaid, finds himself in a bit of a pickle. A fun story by author and storyteller, Aaron Shephard who describes this as a not so grim Grim…
Theseus, son of the King of Athens, sets off to save the youth of Athens from the fierce Minotaur beast, who lives inside a maze on the island of Crete. A great story to introduce children to Greek myths and to celebrate a brave hero. This is an ENCORE episo…
Enjoy all of our May episodes in this monthly round-up.…
A Hawaiian folktale about a brave young boy who dares to challenge the King of the Sharks so that he can dive down and take lobsters from the cave the sharks are guarding. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10. (durat…
An Indian folktale about a woodcutter and his wife who make bargain with a bear who agrees to bring them a huge load of wood in return for a share of their special dinner- kichudee- an Indian dish made mainly of pulses and lentils. But as soon as the woodcutte…
Celebrate Mother's Day with these three encore episodes from our our most popular stories about mothers.…
A folktale from Cambodia that explains how some fish ended up with hooked noses as a punishment for what one of their ancestors had done when asked to help a prince and a princess. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story, for kids ages 4-10. …
Check out all of our April episodes in our monthly playlist.
A Japanese folktale about a poor stone cutter works hard day after day cutting slabs of stone from the side of a mountain until one day the mountain spirit grants him one wish after another - but each wish makes him more and more discontented, until at last, h…
An impudent gnat boasts that he can outwit a lion despite their difference in size, but when he succeeds, his pride leads to his own downfall when he lands in a spider's web. A fun fable from Aesop to remind us how pride comes before a fall! (duration 13 min…
Celebrate the joy of books with this original tale, written by Kathleen about book lover, Timothy Tuttle, who has to find a way to save his beloved books after a thunderstorm tears a hole in his roof. Encore episode - originally aired in November 2021. (dura…
An old Greek tale about a kind couple whose generosity and compassion are rewarded by Zeus who grants them their wish never to be parted even by death. (duration - 9 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 5-10…
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In this fun Mayan folktale, two friends, Rabbit and Crab, have a huge disagreement about how best to divide the crop of carrots they have both grown together. A great story to teach children about the importance of sharing fairly! An episode from Journey wit…
In this old Japanese folktale, a white hare decides he wants to leave his island and cross the sea to the mainland, and so he tricks a group of crocodiles into forming a bridge for him. But when they discover his deceit, they become very angry and punish him.…
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this fun folktale about a man who comes upon a leprechaun in a cabbage field, and immediately he demands the leprechaun to show him where his pot of gold is hidden. But when he agrees to show him, it turns out it is. not going…
When a young shepherd boy is lured away to the land of the fairies, he falls in love with lovely fairy lass, but after some time, he is so homesick for his native land, that he tells her he must return. A lovely Irish tale to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. An e…
Enjoy this ENCORE episode of Whoopitie Stoorie, and find out how a young girl discovers the name of the nasty fairy who wants to steal away their precious pet pig. A Scottish version of Rumpelstiltskin. An encore episode from storytelling podcast, Journey wi…
Enjoy all of our February episodes in this monthly round-up…
When three brothers use their talent for telling tall tales to try and trick a wealthy prince into giving them all of his fine possessions, they end up learning a lesson themselves. A fun folktale from Malaysia. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey …
Celebrate Valentine's Day with this lovely tale from India about a clever young artist who uses her artistic skills to persuade a young princess to break her vow of not marrying. An episode from the storytelling podcast, Journey with Story, for kids ages 4-10…
An enchanting Native American version of Cinderella. A young Native American girl, disfigured from years of being forced to tend the fire by her stepsisters, wins the heart of the Invisible Being Warrior who chooses her to be his bride. (duration- 15 minute…
A folktale from Portugal about a young woman whose life is miserable because she is always quarrelling with her husband. But when she meets an old woman at a fountain, she learns a valuable trick from her about how to stop all the bickering. A fun way to tea…
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In this story from the Brothers Grimm, a brave young lad manages to conquer a fierce dragon and win the hand of a beautiful princess, all with the help of three very unusual dogs. (duration 15 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcas…
When Timmy Tiptoes sets off to gather nuts with his wife, Goody, the other squirrels accuse him of being a nut thief which causes him no end of bother. A fun tale from Beatrix Potter to remind kids to be wary of blaming others! (duration- 15 minutes) An epis…
Enjoy this encore episode of The Lost Mitten - a beloved folktale from the Ukraine about a little boy who loses his mitten in the snow, where it becomes home for a motley collection of woodland creatures. A beautiful tale to remind us to "always make room for…
Enjoy all of our December stories in our monthly round-up.
In this Indian folktale, two gods decide to test a king's compassion by disguising themselves as a hawk and a dove and forcing the king to choose which one of them to save. A lovely tale to celebrate wisdom and compassion. (duration 11 minutes) An episode fr…
In this Russian folktale an angel gives a poor man a most unusual gift. A lovely tale to celebrate this season of giving and a reminder of what makes the most precious gift. (duration 11 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for…
An African folktale about an old man who is forever grumbling and complaining about his life, but when he goes to the Holy Man to ask for advice, he is given a chance to turn his life around. Will he take that chance? (duration 23 minutes) An episode from Jo…
A funny folktale from Brazil about a clever little monkey who tricks a fierce tiger by disguising himself in a most unusual way so that the can go and drink safely by the river alongside the tiger. (duration 11 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a …
Another A. A. Milne classic tale where Pooh and Piglet go round and round a tree on a snowy day trying to decipher whose foosteps they see and imagining all kinds of dreadful scenarios. Children will chuckle at their silly shenanigans and breathe a sigh of re…
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When a poor man is kind to the creatures he meets, they end up repaying his kindess in a way that brings him good fortune. An ancient tale from China that celebrates the power of kindness and gratitude. A perfect story for Thanksgiving. (duration 16 minutes…
A Whale and a Sandpiper begin to argue and soon all the fish in the sea and all the birds of the air have joined in to make a colossal battle until they come to their senses and decide it is better to make peace. A lovely tale from the Marshall Islands that r…
A fun folktale from the Brothers Grimm about three soldiers who make a bargain with a dragon so they can escape the army and with a little help from a magic whip the dragon gives them, they are able to live a grand life for seven years. But when the seven yea…
An enchanting tale from China that explains how the moon's face changed in one single night to the golden glow we all know and love now. A soothing tale to lull little ones off to sleep. Ages 4-10. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast …
Enjoy all of this month's stories in our special Round-Up Bonus episode. (duration - 1 hour) An episode from Journey with Story- a storytelling podcast for kids.…
When the Moon leaves her home in the sky to come to earth and discover why the people of the marshland are so afraid to go walking there, she herself encounters some wicked creatures who try to trap her. But the wise woman of the land helps the people find a …
An old Scottish folktale about a brave lass who must find a way to outwit the wicked fairies who have stolen away her bairn (Scottish word for child). A slightly spooky tale best suited for ages 8 and over. (duration 24 minutes) An episode from Journey with…
Two nonsense poems by Edward Lear about two very odd couples - an owl and a pussy cat and a duck and a kangaroo. (duration 8 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 3-10.…
When brother and sister, Hansel and Gretel, are abandoned in the forest, they fall into the hands of a wicked witch, and must find a way to outwit her. (duration 23 minutes) An episode fomr Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids)…
Listen to all of this month's episodes in our September Round-Up. A bonus episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for Kids ages 5-10. (duration 55minutes)…
When little Lucie discovers she has lost three handkerchiefs and a pinafore, she sets off up the hill to find them and meets a small, stout washer woman, called Mrs Tiggy-Winkle. (duration -15 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podca…
When Eeyore discovers his tail is missing, he has to hunt it down and discovers it in a most surprising place. A beloved classic from A. A. Milne. (duration 10 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10.…
A tale from the Brothers Grimm about a young lad who is able to talk to animals, and after he helps them, they repay his kindness in a way that helps him win the heart of a proud princess. (duration 14 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytel…
An old Welsh folktale about a farmer who agrees to switch his front door to the back door when he realizes it might help his neighbours. (duration 17 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story,a storytelling podcast for children ages 5-10.…
When a farmer decides to get rid of his old dog, Sultan, because he is no longer useful, Sultan's friend, the wolf, helps him devise plan to change his master's mind. A great story to generate discussions about the value of loyalty. (duration - 10 minutes) A…
Enjoy all of our August episdes in this month's round up.…
Discover the origin of the word echo with this classic Greek Myth which relates the story of Echo and Narcisuss. (duratioin 10 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids. Ages 5-10…
Children will cheer to hear how one jealous stepmother's attempts to banish her beautiful stepdaugher are dashed because of the love of three friendly giants and one dashing prince! A Brazilian version of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs. An episode from sto…
Enjoy this encore episode 99, The Tale of the Linani Beast - a wise tale that teaches us to beware of blaming others for our mistakes.…
Listen to three of our most popular Scottish Stories in this special Encore Scottish Playlist of…
Enjoy all of July episodes in our monthly Round-Up. Bad Sir Brian Botany…
An original tale by Kathleen, that was the first episode aired on this podcast about a young girl who makes a long road short and a king's heart sing. A great tale to celebrate and honor the power of stories in our lives. An episode from the storytelling pod…
A touching fairytale from master storyteller, Oscar Wilde about a Statue Prince who befriends a little swallow who helps him look after the poor of the city. A tale to remind us where we can find true happiness. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey w…
Celebrate wisdom with this beautiful African folktale. Children will be chanting the name of this tree long after the tale is told. An encore episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration 15 minutes)…
Enjoy all of our June stories here in our special playlist-…
Children will chuckle to see how this bully of a knight gets a taste of his own medicine from the villagers. A fun poem for children to act out for themselves. (duration 5 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.…
Find out why we think of bananas as belonging to monkeys in this fun Brazilian Folktale. (duration 13 minutes) An episode from Storytelling podast, Journey witht Story for kids ages 4-10. Don't forget to check out some other great kids podcasts on the Kids Lis…
Celebrate Father's Day with all these human and animal papas and discover what makes them all happiest by far. From Kathleen's published picture book, Happy Papas. (duration 7 minutes)…
An original story by Kathleen about a little girl who is trying to decide which type of princess she would like to be. With the help of her Papa she discovers just the right one to make the world a better place. (duration 11 minutes…
Meet three little foxes who don't wear socksies and four very unusual friends in these two fun poems by A. A. Milne. (duration 7 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story for children ages 4-10…
Enjoy all of our May episodes in this monthly playlist. Mother's Day Playlist E 185 - Jabu and the Lion…
In this tender tale, a gentle and compassionate hare is ready to sacrifice his life to give food to the Lord of the Heaven above the mountain, who appears before him, disguised as a hungry beggar. But the Lord of the Heaven spares the little hare's life and t…
When a stingy old lady agrees to let a passing woodsman come and stay with her and her cat, Chou-chou, to help her with her household chores, she discovers that her cat can talk - or can he?…
In this traditional Zulu folktale, a lion promises the kind hearted cowherd boy, Jabu, who frees him from a trap, that he will do him no harm after he is free, but later on, the lion changes his mind and tries to break his promise until a clever jackal teaches…
Enjoy some of our most popular stories featuring all kinds of Mamas in this special Encore Playlist for Mother's Day. Includes E 18 - The Tiger's Whisker…
Enjoy all of April's episodes in our monthly playlist. Which story is your little listener's favorite?…
When three fairies, disguised as strangers come to Taffy Morgan's house, they grant him his wish to become a marvelous musician whose harp music and singing delight everyone in the town. But when Taffy decides to take his revenge on a bard who once made fun of…
A little goldfish longs for many, many things, including the silvery moon that he sees far above him, until one day King Neptune takes pity on him and makes his dreams come true. An enchanting tale that will spark discussions about our dreams and longings. A…
An encore episode that originally aired on April 12 and 19 2020 in two parts. Enjoy the complete story in one sitting this special encore episode. A classic tale by Margery Williams about a velveteen rabbit who experiences the transformative powe of love. A…
A selection of poems sure to delight listeners of all ages and a great way to celebrate the beauty of poetry and maybe even lull you off to sleep. The Wind and the Moon by George MacDonald…
Enjoy all of our March stories in our playlist. How Brother Rabbit Fooled the Whale and the Elephant…
When a poor widow's pig falls sick, she makes a bargain with a green fairy - that if she can cure her pig, she will hand over her only daughter. But if she can guess the fairy's name before three days, then she can keep her child. A Scottish version of Rumpe…
When a greedy old man trespasses onto fairy ground, he decides to try and steal their gold, but it does not end well for him. (duration 20 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story, for kids ages 4-10. If your little listener wants to…
When three sly tricksters fool a poor peasant into giving them his calf, his wife decides to play a trick on them, using a "magic" cap to teach them a lesson. (duration 15 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids, ages 4-10.…
A Cajun folktale about a clever rabbit who teaches two bullies, Whale and Elephant, a lesson they won't soon forget. (duration 20 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story, for kids ages 4-10. If your little listener wants to ask us a …
Enjoy all of our February stories in our monthly round-up. E174 - Caporushes E175 - How the Speckled Hen Got Her Speckles Bonus for Valentine's Day -The Snowman E176 -The History of the Seven Families (part 1)…
When seven young families of parrots, guinea pigs, storks, owls, geese, cats, and fishes, set off into the world on their own, they forget their parents' advice and so come to a dreadful end. Part 2 of 2. (duration 10 minutes) An episode from Journey with St…
When seven young families of storks, cats, guinea pigs, owls, parrots, and geese, set off into the world on their own, they forget their parents' advice about not quarreling or squabbling and...it does not end well! A hilarious, nonsense poem by Edward Lear. …
When a Snowman hears the old yard dog telling him tales of his life indoors near the warm and inviting stove, the Snowman falls in loe with this stove and wants to be close to her, but the weather changes and poor snowman runs out of time. A touching fairytal…
A fun folktale from Brazil that explains how a clever and resourceful little hen got her speckles. (duration - 15 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. If your little listener wants to ask us a question or send us a drawing inspire…
When a king asks his three daughters how much they love him, his youngest daughter gives him an answer that upsets him so much that he throws her out of the house where she must fend for herself. To disguise her fine clothes and beautiful hair, she braids a c…
Enjoy all of our January episodes here in one special Round-Up Playlist. Pandora's Box…
Children will chuckle at the antics of this lad, Hans, who has a rather unusual idea of what it means to be lucky - a great tale to spark discussions about different ways of seeing the world and wondering what it means to be lucky. An episode from storytellin…
When a king makes fun of an enchantress because of her enormous nose, she casts a spell on his newborn baby boy to teach him a lesson. A fun folktale to teach little ones not to make fun of others AND to beware of those who flatter us. (duration-20 minutes) A…
Four clever brothers set off into the world to learn a special skill. One learns how to be an honest thief, another learns how to hunt, another learns the art of stargazing and the youngest learns how to be a master tailor. Now, how can they use these talent…
When Zeus, King of the gods, presents a mysterious chest to Epimetheus and his beautiful bride, Pandora, he warns them on no account to open the box. Day after day, Pandora resists the temptation to open this box, but one day, she cannot resist...An ancient G…
Enjoy all five of Journey with Story's episodes from December in one special, uninterrupted playlist. (duration - 1 hour)
A Native American folktale about a group of animals who work together to bring back heat to the world after three long years of a perpetual winter. A fun folktale that celebrates the importance of team work and creative problem solving. (duration-13 minutes)…
A beloved Christmas fairytale from Hans Christian Andersen about a one-legged tin soldier, who falls in love with a proud ballerina for the same nursery. When he encounters many trials and tribulations, he remains steadfast in his love until the very end. A …
On Christmas eve a poor man discovers a magic mill that will grind him whatever he wishes so that he never has to go hungry again, but when others get a hold of this magic mill, they run into problems when they don't know how to stop the mill from grinding. A…
An old Slavic fairytale about Little Sister whose wicked stepmother and stepsister send her out into a winter's storm to gather violets. But on top of a mountain, she comes across twelve men standing around a fire - they are the Month Brothers, and they rewar…
A Japanese folktale about a clever wife who punishes a selfish lord, who tries to take her away from her husband, by playing a trick on him to teach him a lesson. (duration -16 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story.…
Enjoy all of our November stories here in one special Round-Up Episode…
Instead of being grateful to the kind hearted young man who rescues him from a deep pit, this hungry tiger turns on his rescuer and threatens to eat him up, but a clever young rabbit comes along and teaches him a lesson that saves the young man's life and rem…
Discover how a poor woodcutter lad manages to win the hand of a princess by making her laugh in this Grimm's fairytale. A fun and silly tale to enjoy with your little ones. An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story.(duration 14 minutes)…
When a herd of elephants threaten to take away a beautiful lake by the shore of the moon, where a family of hares live, how will the hares manage to protect their beloved lake? A lovely tale from India that reminds us of the importance of finding creative and…
Timothy Tuttle is a lover of books and his attic above the bakery brims with books, but when a thunderstorm tears a hole in his roof, he has to find a way to save his books. Fortunately, his flock of friends come to his rescue and together they find a way to …
Enjoy all four of Journey with Story's episodes from October in one special, uninterrupted playlist. (duration 42 minutes)…
When Janet dares to enter into the forbidden woods of Carterhaugh, where the wicked fairies make mischief for any intruders, she encounters an elfin knight, Tam Lin, entrapped by the spell of the Queen Fairy. Janet agrees to go into the woods again on Hallowe…
In order to receive a handsome reward, a sprightly tailor agrees to his laird's challenge - to sit on a haunted graveyard in the middle of the night and sew a special pair of "trews" for the laird. A great way to teach children the meaning of the word spright…
Celebrate Journey with Story's 3rd Birthday by listening again to our top most popular episode - The Three Little Pigs. (duration 8 minutes)An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story.…
To celebrate Journey with Story's third birthday and over one million downloads, we are re-airing out top three most popular episodes. You can listen to our second most popular episode here - Jack and the Beanstalk. (duration 16 minutes) An episode from Journ…
To celebrate Journey with Story's 3rd birthday and over one million downloads, we are re-airing our top three most popular episodes. This is our third most popular episode - The Tale of the Linani Beast. (duration 16 minutes)…
Two African folktales about how the rabbit got his wisdom spot and how the turtle got his shell. A great way to spark a discussion about all the different ways someone can be clever and what is the difference between cleverness and wisdom. (duration 16minute…
Enjoy all four of Journey with Story's episodes from September in one special, uninterrupted playlist. (duration 45minutes)
A Vietnamese folktale that explains how the watermelon fruit first came to Vietnam. (duration 13 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story.…
Oops - we are late in publishing our August Round-Up, but hope you can still enjoy it now. (duration 38minutes)
A Native American folktale about two sisters who both want to marry the Chief, but the Chief disguises himself to test the sisters' character and so they younger sister's kindness and humility win the day. A great story to teach children the meaning of Pride …
Get into the Back-to-School mindset with this special bonus episode. Eight Kids Listen members have created a short offering around the theme of this year's return to school as a sampling for you and your family. (duration - 18 minutes) You can take a liste…
An African folktale about trickster, Anansi, who does something very selfish and greedy, but thanks to Thunder, he ends up having to pay a heavy price for his greediness. (duration -14 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story.…
A delightful nonsense poem by Edward Lear about a fantastical, made-up creature that leaves all the other animals completely befuddled and confused. (duration 12 minutes) An episode from the storytelling podcast, Journey with Story, Ages 4-10.…
A classic fairytale from Hans Christian Andersen about a little nightingale whose sweet songs enchant the Emperor and all his court until one day someone brings a mechanical nightingale to the court. (duration - 17 minutes). An episode from Journey with Story…
Discover how this very tidy mouse deals with some very messy, uninvited house guests. A classic Potter tale that might spark some discussion about the merits of tidiness versus messiness. (duration 11 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytell…
Night after night these twelve princesses wear out their shoes. But how? Their father, the King, promises a great reward to anyone who can help him solve this mystery. A Grimm fairytale that is sure to enchant little ones. (duration -11 minutes) An episode …
A fun nonsense poem about a Daddy Long-Legs and a fly who each bemoan the length of their legs for different reasons. (duration-6 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10.…
Enjoy all five of Journey with Story's episodes in July, uninterrupted in one special omnibus edition. (duration-45 minutes)…
An old tale about a woman who moves to the countryside, but has a hard time falling asleep, because she misses all the noises from the city, where she used to live. (duration-8 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids. Ages…
A Mexican folktale about a donkey called Benito, who discovers there is a price to pay when he leaves his mesa home and goes to live with the man in order to be safe from mountain lion. (duration 10 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling …
An old tale by Charlotte B. Herr about a wise Mama Goose, who finds a clever and creative way to protect her babies from the wily fox. (duration-10 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids. Ages 4-8.…
When baking day comes around, these kittens make mischief and find themselves in a bit of bother that involves escaping from a huge rat called, Samuel Whiskers. A classic Potter tale that is sure to engage and enchant young listeners. (duration- 20 minutes)…
A fun folktale about crafty coyote who tries to trick Hare, only to discover that Hare is much more cunning and clever than he thought. Great story about this American animal, the coyote, to celebrate American Independence Day. (duration 10 minutes) An episo…
Enjoy all four of Journey with Story episodes in June, uninterrupted, in one special omnibus edition. (45 minutes)
An old Chilean folktale about a kind-hearted girl whose good deed to a snake she befriends is rewarded years later when she finds herself in danger. (duration 16 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story. Best for ages 7 and up as it might be a little sc…
Celebrate Father's Day with this Japanese Folktale about a poor fisherman, whose wish of becoming a father is granted, after he rescues a white crane trapped in a net. (duration-12 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids…
When a princess makes a promise to a frog after he retrieves her beloved golden ball from a deep well, she later regrets her promise, but her father, the king, insists that she must keep her word. A fun fairytale that teaches little ones the importance keepin…
A cautionary folktale from Korea about a young man who discovers that it is not a good idea to hoard stories. (duration 12 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.(could be a bit scary for little ones - best for ages 7 an…
Enjoy all four of Journey with Story episodes in May, uninterrupted, in one special omnibus edition.
A folktale from Brazil about a rabbit who gives a tiger a taste of his own medicine to teach him a lesson, oh, and it also explains how tigers got their stripes! (duration-14 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.…
An African folktale about a tortoise who is very envious of the king's magical drum and whose jealousy lands him in a heap of trouble. (duration-11 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.…
A Grimms Fairytale about an old woman whose husband catches a fish that grants them whatever they wish for, but the old woman is so discontented with every wish she is granted and so keeps asking for more and more to try and satisfy her greed. (duration - 16 …
A Chinese folktale about a little boy who does something very nice for his sick mother, and in turn, someone does something very nice for him. A fun folktale to celebrate Mother's Day. (duration 14 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling …
Enjoy all five of Journey with Story episodes, uninterrupted, in one special omnibus edition. As a special bonus to our listeners during this time when so many of you are stuck at home in lockdown, we are offering you this special playlist, featuring our Apr…
A tender tale from the Philippines about a special STAR GIRL, who comes to live on earth and marry a poor farmer, but after some years, she grows so homesick for her home in the sky, that she decides to return there, breaking her husband's heart. But the gods …
A beloved Greek myth that explains how the seasons came to be. A perfect tale to celebrate Earth Day. (duration -14 minutes An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.…
A Haitian folktale about Dog and Rabbit, who were once the best of friends until Dog leaves Rabbit behind in his rush to board the ship that is sailing off to the Magical Island. (duration 10 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast…
Celebrate National Poetry Month with this fun pot pourri of poems including The Vulture, Some One, Will there really be a Morning, and Fidgety Philip. (duration 9 minutes) An episode fro Journey with Story a storytelling podcast for kids.…
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Enjoy all four of March Journey with Story episodes, uninterrupted, in one special omnibus edition. As a special bonus to our listeners during this time when so many of you are stuck at home in lockdown, we are offering you this special playlist, featuring …
An old English tale about a little alarmist, scaremonger, Chicken Little, who convinces all his friends that the sky is falling and so off they go to tell the king himself, but along the way a wiley fox lures them to his den. (duration- 9 minutes) An episode …
This beloved Greek myth tells the story of a beautiful princess called Psyche – her name means breath or spirit, who was so beautiful that the goddess Aphrodite became consumed with jealousy and set out to make life very difficult for poor Psyche. A great intr…
Take a journey with the Fairy Folk as they ride through the night skies on crimson moths with bridle bells and watch the children fall asleep. A lovely, lyrical poem to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. (duration - 5 minutes) An episode from the storytelling podc…
A feisty princess sets out to find the perfect prince who will help her rule her kingdom wisely, and when she arrives at the castle of the king with a terrible temper, she sets a task to each of his three sons to see which of them would make a good husband. A…
Enjoy all four February Journey with Story episodes, uninterrupted, in one special omnibus edition. As a special bonus to our listeners during this time when so many of you are stuck at home in lockdown, we are offering you this special playlist, featuring o…
When a timid boy rescues a kindly hare who is entangled in the forest creepers, the hare tells the boy how to find courage to overcome his fears. A wise African folktale to make our hearts braver and bolder. (duration - 18 minutes) An episode from Journey wi…
Apollo, the armadillo has a knack for making all the other animals laugh at his antics, and he even finds a way to show them that the best way to outwit and enemy is to...make them laugh! A fun folktale from South America that is sure to elicit lots of chuckl…
When a terrible drought dries up all the land, Koala asks his friend, Kangaroo for help, and Kangaroo suggests they dig deep into the earth until they find some water. But lazy, Koala, tricks Kangaroo into doing all the work, while he naps in the sun. See how…
When Kangaroo comes to the rescue of a poor, old, blind wombat, she proves that she has the kindest heart of all the animals and so Byamee, the Sky God, rewards her kindness by giving her a pouch to carry her joey. A fun Australian, pourquoi, folktale that te…
Theseus, son of the King of Athens, sets off to save the youth of Athens from the fierce Minotaur beast who lives inside a maze on the island of Crete. A great story to introduce children to Greek mythology and celebrate a brave hero. (Duration 9 minutes) An…
Long ago, Possum once had a beautiful bushy tail that was his pride and joy, but so boastful did he become that one day Rabbit decides to teach Possum a lesson. A Native American Folktale. (duration 8 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytell…
This baby elephant has an "insatiable curiosity" and when he asks his family what the crocodile eats for dinner, no one will tell him and so he sets off to find out for himself. A classic Rudyard Kipling tale (adapted by Kathleen) that explains the origin of …
When a little boy loses his mitten in the snow it becomes a cozy home for the woodland animals, as one by one, they squeeze inside making room for one another until finally it bursts spilling them all out into the snow. A folktale from Ukraine. (duration - 11…
An old Dutch legend about a little boy who plugs his finger into a dyke to prevent his village from flooding. A great story to teach children about bravery and what it means to be a hero and sacrifice your life for the good of others - a timely tale to end th…
This classic short story by O. Henry tells the story of a poor young couple who each sacrifices what they treasure most in order to buy the other a present. A wise and tender tale for this Christmas season that reminds us how and why we give gifts and how sac…
When a family of spiders see the decorated Christmas tree on Christmas eve, they are so enchanted, that they leave their hiding spot and drop down onto the tree to explore, but suddenly they hear footsteps and into the room steps a jolly fellow, dressed in red…
When two little mice break into a dolls' house, they try to eat all the pretend food they see on the dolls' plates, and so angry and disappointed are they when they discover the food is not real, that they do a lot of naughty things. Luckily, they manage to m…
When a beautiful young girl agrees to go and live in a hideous beast's castle in order to save her father's life, she learns to see the inner goodness and beauty beneath the beast's appearance, and so breaks the curse that was cast upon him. This beloved fair…
An old Norwegian folktale about a lad called, Boots, who proves to his two older brothers that he is a lot cleverer than they think, and...luckily for them, he proves to be kind as well. (duration 12 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling…
Ella Bella is the envy of all the dogs in town - she has everything a dog could wish for - bones and treats and toys and a family who loves her. When a stray dog comes to visit and tells Ella Bella how much he enjoys his freedom, she decides to leave her house…
Children will delight in seeing how our trickster, Anansi, gets his comeuppance after trying to trick his way out of sharing his food with Turtle. (duration - 7 mins) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
An African folktale, retold by Humphrey Harman, that explains how man and elephant came to distrust one another and why men continue to hunt elephants. A wise tale that teaches us how trust can be broken. (duration 14 minutes) An episode from Journey with Sto…
Meet Mr. Jeremy Fisher - a frog who lives in a "slippy- sloppy" house at the edge of a pond. One rainy day he sets off on a fishing expedition that results in a series of unfortunate events, ending with him narrowly escaping a huge trout who wants to swallow …
A slightly spooky tale for Halloween about a poor, lonely creature called a Dong, who misses his true love (a Jumbly girl) so much that he fastens himself a long, luminous nose and sets off throughout the dark and dreary night, playing a mournful pipe in the h…
A folktale from Cameroon about a man whose habit of talking too much lands him in a heap of trouble after he finds a talking skull and tries to tell everyone in the village about his discovery. A fun, cautionary tale for all those chatterboxes! (duration 10…
Lewis Carrol's beloved classic poem from Through the Looking Glass, about the walrus and the carpenter who lure a bed of unsuspecting oysters to their dinner table. (duration 7 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
Children will delight in the antics of this mischievous cat burglar, McCavity, who always manages to escape being captured despite leaving fishbones and paw prints at the scene of the crime. A beloved poem by T. S. Eliot that children will enjoy reciting for …
Trapped in a tall tower with no door, Rapunzel is kept prisoner by a wicked witch, who comes to see her every day and climbs up her long braid of hair. But one day, a young prince hears her singing to the forest birds, and sets off to find her and then make h…
The classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen (lightly adapted by Kathleen) about a Queen who devises a special test to prove whether or not a young girl who knocks on the palace door in the middle of a storm and claims to be a princess, is really of royal…
One spring evening, the Moon sends one of her children to a poor childless couple and tells that she will be theirs to look after for 18 years. A beautiful folktale from Japan that celebrates wisdom, kindness, and goodness. (duration - 8 minutes) An episode …
A herd of elephants and a community of mice learn to live together in friendship and harmony in an abandoned Indian village - An old Indian folktale that celebrates the truth that kindness breeds kindness. (duration 9 minutes) An episode from Journey with Sto…
When a holy man grants three wishes to a poor Indian couple who are living a very miserly life, they discover the secret to happiness lies in friendship, generosity, and treasuring your family. A perfect tale to remind us of that old adage - be careful what y…
Celebrate our 100th episode of our podcast with this story of an old man who loves to measure things, but discovers that - the best things in life are not meant to be measured - only treasured. (duration 18 minutes -includes a special guest singer)
Discover what happens when a young man blames his girlfriend for making him steal the tale of a fierce Linani Beast. A fun folktale from Kenya that teaches children the importance of not blaming others for their "naughty deeds." (duration 15 minutes) Ages 5-…
When a young boy suffers a terrible injustice at the hands of his wealthy master, the seeks help from a wise man who shows him how to right this wrong. A great way to teach children about injustice and the true meaning of "It's not fair!" (duration 10 minute…
A fun Eastern European Folktale about a very clever girl who uses her talent for solving tricky riddles to win the heart of the mayor and eventually to earn his love and respect. (duration 15 minutes)…
A tiny caterpillar crawls into a cave that is Hare's home and plays a trick on all the animals by terrifying them with his big booming voice. A fun, cumulative tale that teaches children how courage and confidence are not always related to size. (duration - 7…
This classic fairytale (also known as Puss in Boots) by Charles Perrault, features a loyal and clever cat who repays his poor master's kindness by helping him become a rich lord who wins the heart of a beautiful princess. (duration -11 minutes) An episode fo…
Truth and Story are brother and sister, but Truth is sad because wherever he goes, no one will listen to him, but Story tells him how to solve this problem. A wise fable to honor and celebrate the origin of story. (duration - 6 minutes) An episode from Jour…
A fun English folktale about a young man who thinks his sweetheart and her parents are the three silliest people he has ever met until....he goes off into the world and discovers there are even more sillier people. (duration -11 minutes) An episode from Journ…
A poor Irish farmer is granted one wish from a magical deer in the forest, but how can he make a wish that will make everyone in his family happy? (duration 9 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
When a young man goes bird hunting with his blind brother-in-law, he learns why it is that people fight and what they can do to make peace again. A folktale from Zimbabwe. An episode from the storytelling podcast, Journey with Story. (duration -7 minutes) Ag…
A classic Greek myth about a greedy king who makes a wish that everything he touches turn to gold, and when it is granted, to his dismay, he accidentally turns his beloved daughter into a golden statue. A cautionary tale about the danger of greed and not cher…
A hilarious nonsense poem by Edward Lear, about an old man who walks about the town in an edible outfit that he has invented, but finds himself in a pickle when some of the animals and townsfolk feel a little peckish! An episode from the storytelling podcast, …
Join all these animal and human papas over the course of a day to discover what joy their little ones bring them. An audio version of the book, Happy Papas, written by Kathleen T. Pelley and published by the Child Welfare League of America. An episode from J…
An old Chinese folktale that explains why dog and cat are enemies. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids. (duration 5 minutes)
When two brothers discover a message written on a stone in the forest, the younger brother follows the instructions and sets off for an adventure, while the elder brother mistrusts what he reads, and decides to stay where he is, living a quiet life. When the …
As a little boy walks the streets of London, he plays a fun game where he has to look out for the bears he imagines are lurking nearby. A beloved poem from A.A. Milne. (duration 3 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
A child hides his toy soldier in a hollow underground all through the long summer and beyond, and when he recovers him, he lays him on the shelf, imagining all the magical mysteries he might have seen in the "forests of the grass." A poem by Robert Louis Stev…
Delight in the the beauty of the moon as she sheds her light on the earth below, with these two classic poems - The Moon by R.L Stevenson and Silver by Walter de La Mare (duration 3 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
Celebrate Mother's Day with this African Folktale about a Mama Ostrich who discovers a Mama Lion has stolen her babies and wants to raise them as her own. Mama Ostrich sets out to settle this injustice by enlisting the help of the other animals. (duration 6 …
All Mamas - winged Mamas and Mamas with trunks, Mamas who swing from the trees and Mamas who swim in the sea - want to see their babies learn, play, and grow. Join these Happy Mamas and their little ones in forest, jungle, snow, field and beyond, and see how …
Meet Raj - the bookstore tiger, who loves to patrol the storerooms and greet the customers with his hearty meow. But when another cat, Snowball, arrives on the scene, and causes Raj to doubt his tigerness, his owner knows just what to do to help him regain his…
When an Emperor receives the gift of an elephant, he wants to know how he can weigh this unusual beast, but no one knows how to do such a task, until....his young son comes up with a clever plan. (duration 5 minutes) A bonus episode from Journey with Story,…
A special bonus episode from Journey with Story for Parents. Author, storyteller, and podcast host, Kathleen, shares some tricks and tips for nurturing a lifetime love of stories in your children. (duration 8 minutes) Bonus for Parents.
A poem by A. A. Milne about a poor little dormouse who just wants to enjoy living in peace in his flower bed of geraniums and delphiniums, but the doctor insists on making him change his flower bed for another. (duration - 5 minutes) An episode from Journey w…
A funny story based on a West African tale about Monkey and Rabbit who try to break their bad habits for one day. (duration - 8 mins) A Bonus episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
A special bonus episode for parents. Journey with Story Podcast host, Kathleen, explains how and why reading aloud to our children is a great way to cure our worldly woes. (duration - 10 minutes)
A Native American folktale about a spider, who even although she is old and frail and small, proves she has a special kind of strength. A tale of wisdom to remind us there are many ways to be strong. (duration - 11 minutes_ A BONUS episode from Journey with…
A classic Easter tale by Margery Williams about a stuffed rabbit who is loved into real life by a little boy. Part 2 of 2. (duration 12 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
A classic tale by Margery Williams about a stuffed rabbit who is loved into life by a little boy. Wonderful story to celebrate Easter and Spring. Part 1 of 2. (Duration 16 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
A beloved classic tale from Rudyard Kipling that tells us how the rhinoceros got such wrinkly skin. (duration 11 minutes) A BONUS episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
A humorous poem by A.A. Milne about a King who tries to persuade the royal household that all he really wants is a bit of butter for his bread. (duration -4 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids.
When Little Great Lion boasts he is ready to join in the hunt all on his own, his father, Great Lion, takes him on a walk across the African plains to show him how we are all interconnected and need each other to find our inner greatness. An original fable wr…
When a poor Jewish farmer complains to his Rabbi about how hard it is to live in his one room hut with his wife, his mother, and his six children, the Rabbi comes up with an unusual solution. A fun folktale that teaches us gratitude. An episode from Journey …
A talented harpist is rewarded for his kindness to a leprechaun. An old Irish tale (adapted by Kathleen) that is perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day with your little ones. (duration - 10 minutes) An episode from storytelling podcast, Journey with Story…
When Irish Giant, Finn McCool hears that a bigger, fiercer Scottish Giant is coming to his home, he fears for his life, but his clever wife, Oonagh comes up with a grand plan to save him. A fun Irish legend that explains how the Giant's Causeway came into bei…
An ancient Greek myth about Arachne - a talented but proud weaver who agrees to a weaving contest with the goddess, Athena, and then is punished for her pride.
Clever Anansi is determined to become wise and so he tries to trick the villagers into giving him their wisdom, only to discover that being clever is not the same as being wise. A lively trickster tale from Africa. (duration -6 minutes) An episode from Journe…
When Little Red Riding Hood sets off to visit her sick grandma, she forgets her mother's warning, and strays off the path through the woods, only to meet - the big bad wolf! The classic fairy tale, lightly adapted by Kathleen with a not so scary ending! (Dur…
Hector McGregor lives in a higgledy-piggledy house with a cheery wife, five children, and a hen called Hattie. He can invent just about anything that needs inventing until....he leaves his house to go and work in a laboratory in the city. A tale to remind us…
The old King of Dorchester has his very own orchestra and his fiddles and his flutes are the finest in the land. A fun poem by James Reeves that teaches children about the musical instruments of an orchestra. (duration - 3 minutes) An episode from Journey wi…
A clever turtle finds himself in a pickle when he wanders too far from his home in the riverbed, but he uses his quick wits to trick the crafty coyote into solving his problem. A fun Native American Folktale for kids. An episode from Journey with Story, a st…
A fun folktale from Norway about three billy goats who have to cross over a bridge where a horrid troll lurks, but Big Billy Goat knows just how to deal with bullies and teaches the terrible troll a lesson. (duration - 6 minutes) An episode from Journey with…
A South American folktale about how the birds choose who is to become their King. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids ages 4-10. (duration - 3minutes)
A traditional folktale from Sweden about a hungry tramp who tricks a miserly old woman into sharing the contents of her pantry to make a special kind of soup. (also called -Nail Soup. ) (duration - 10 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytellin…
Start the New Year with a laugh - children will chuckle to see what happens when a poor woodcutter and his wife are given three wishes from a fairy, but have a hard time making just the right wish. An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast fo…
An old Russian fairytale about a snowball that comes to life as a little Snowgirl and sets off into the forest where she encounters some dangers, only to be rescued by a friendly dog. (duration - 10 minutes) An episode from the storytelling podcast, Journey w…
When the wicked Winter Witch takes control over the mountain and the surrounding villages, a kind and courageous little girl sets off to battle the Winter Whirlwinds and wake the sleeping Spring. A Bulgarian Folktale. (duration - 11 minutes) An episode from…
An old Russian legend about a lonely old woman who meets the three wise men on their way to see the new baby in Bethlehem. A lovely Christmas tale for children to learn more about another gift giving tradition at this time of year - for children ages 4-8. (Dur…
In long ago Scotland, a talented young woodcarver, called, Rabbie, saves the townspeople from a fierce giant by persuading them to treat him like a king. Written by Kathleen T. Pelley and published by the Child Welfare League of America, this Scottish fable …
In this beloved Aesop's fable, a runaway slave befriends a lion by showing him kindness and compassion, and some years later when the slave is captured by the Romans the lion shows his gratitude and loyalty to his friend. A perfect story to celebrate Thanksgi…
A humorous fable from the Brothers Grimm about four aging animals who set off for the town of Bremen to become musicians, but along the way, they find a cabin in the woods with a band of robbers, and so the four friends have to work together, using their music…
In this classic fairytale from Hans Christian Andersen, two tricksters tell a vain emperor that they can weave him the most beautiful suit of clothes that will be invisible to fools and those who are unfit for their jobs. When the suit is finished and the Empe…
In this classic fairytale from the Brothers Grimm, a poor miller's daughter is held captive by a greedy king and told to spin straw into gold - an impossible task for her, until along comes an odd little man with a secret name who agrees to help her if she wil…
An old English ghost story about a teeny tiny woman who finds a teeny tiny bone in a teeny tiny graveyard and brings it home. A fun Halloween story for little ones that is just a teeny tiny bit scary! (duration- 5 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story,…
A cunning spider lures an unsuspecting fly into his web in this slightly spooky poem by Mary Howitt that teaches children to be wary of those who try to beguile us with flattery and charm. (Duration 5 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytellin…
When Nutkin, his brother, Twinkleberry and his cousins make their way to Owl Island to gather nuts, they encounter Old Brown, who does not tolerate Nutkin's impudence and teaches him the importance of minding his manners. A delightful tale from Beatrix Potter.…
Robert Browning's famous retelling of a medieval legend about a piper who rids the town of its plague of rats, but when the selfish mayor and his council refuse to pay him his due, he exacts his revenge by luring away all the children in the town - except one.…
Robert Browning's famous retelling of the medieval legend about a piper who rids the town from its plague of rats, but when the selfish mayor refuses to keep his promise and pay him his due, the piper decides to take his revenge by luring away all the children…
A traditional folktale from West Africa about Anansi, the spider, who tricks Firefly into helping him steal some eggs. (duration - 7 minutes)
A classic Aesop's fable about a young shepherd boy who keeps tricking the villagers into believing he sees a wolf until one day....a wolf does come along, but now no one believes the boy. A great way to teach your kids about what it means to "cry wolf." (dur…
When Jemima Puddleduck is looking for a quiet place to hatch her eggs, she encounters a crafty fox who wants to lure her into his woodshed. A classic tale by Beatrix Potter for Kids Ages 4-8. (duration - 11 minutes)
An old English fairytale about a lazy boy who gets into all kinds of silly shenanigans when he finally has to set off into the world and do some work. (duration - 7 minutes)
A traditional African American folktale about a tiny man who sets out to become, bigger, and fiercer, and stronger, until he meets a wise owl who persuades him to believe in his own inner strength and wits. (duration 5 minutes) An episode from Journey with S…
An enchanting poem by Irish poet, William Allingham, sure to delight the little ones and lull them off to sleep with sweet dreams of the fairy folk. (duration - 3 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for kids. (Abridged version…
The beloved English fairytale about three little pigs who set off into the world to seek their fortunes. One builds a house of straw, another builds a house of sticks, and the third builds a house of bricks. When the big bad wolf comes along it is the third …
A classic English fairytale about a little girl who goes inside a house in the woods belonging to three bears and makes herself at home until the three bears return and find her inside. (duration - 7 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytellin…
When the Sultan of Iran receives a mysterious box containing a riddle about the three wooden dolls inside, he has to call on help from others in his court. Children will enjoy seeing if they can solve this riddle themselves. An old folktale from Iran. (dura…
A charming, nonsense poem from Edward Lear about a curious, whimsical creature who sits on the top of a Crumpetty Tree wearing an enormous hat, and when a cavalcade of real and imaginary creatures ask to make their home with him, he gladly agrees. (duration 4…
A boastful Hare who is always bragging about his speed and agility challenges the slow and steady Tortoise to a race. A beloved fable from Aesop that shows us the value of tenacity and effort. (duration - 8 minutes)
A story from the Chippewa tribe about a young Indian girl who longs to meet the fairies she sees dancing on the shore of Lake Superior. (duration - 6 minutes) An episode from the storytelling podcast, Journey With Story.
An inspirational poem that describes George Washington's famous journey across the icy Delaware river in December 1776, and encourages us to muster our own strength and determination to face life's obstacles.…
In this light hearted poem written by Charles E. Carryl, a grouchy camel shares a litany of complaints about how all the other animals are better housed, fed, and used than he is. (duration - 3 minutes)
When Jack trades their milking cow in exchange for some magic beans, his mother is so furious, she sends him to bed without any supper. But overnight the magic beans grow into an enormous beanstalk that Jack climbs up right into the sky and encounters a fierc…
A classic poem by English Nobel Laureate, Rudyard Kipling, written in the form of fatherly advice to the poet's son, John. Words of wisdom for fathers to share with their children. (duration - 4 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling pod…
Children will delight in this rollicking poem by Mildred Plew Meigs, about a wicked pirate with a dagger, a cutlass, and a parrot called Pepperkin Pye, who "goes through the world with a wonderful swash!" (duration - 5 minutes) An episode from Journey with St…
A classic nonsense poem by Ogden Nash about a little girl who remains bold and brave even when she encounters a big fierce bear and a scary mean witch. (duration - 4 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast for children.
Celebrate kindness with this beloved Aesop's fable about a Lion who allows a mouse he captures to go free, and then has his good deed rewarded years later, when the little mouse frees Lion from the hunter's net. A classic tale which remind us, no act of kindn…
A short and snappy poem for kids ages 5-10, about a scary shark by Lord Alfred Douglas. (duration 3 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast.
An old folktale from Europe, about a Mama Crow and her baby, which shows how a mother's love makes EVERY child beautiful. A perfect tale to share with your little ones on Mother's Day! (duration 7minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling …
Enjoy this beloved fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen (adapted by Kathleen) about a mother duck and her baby, whom the rest of the family find very ugly, but luckily, one day the duckling finds a new family who see him in a very different light. (duration -…
Join Peter Rabbit and his cousin, Flopsy, whose six young rabbits are captured by Mr. McGregor, while raiding a rubbish heap of rotting vegetables. Children will enjoy hearing about the soporific effects of eating too much lettuce! (duration - 9 minutes) An e…
A classic fairy tale by Oscar Wilde, about a giant who builds a huge wall around his garden to keep all the children out, but when he encounters a special little boy, the giant is moved to change his selfish ways. A tender tale to teach children the Easter m…
An old folktale about three trees on a mountain top who dream about what they want to be when they are fully grown. (duration - 8 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast.
A whimsical poem by Christopher Morley about bedtime fairies who know just how to tuck little children into bed, making them cozy and snug. (duration - 2 minutes) An episode from Journey with Story, a storytelling podcast.
A town mouse and a country mouse explore each other's worlds, only to discover that they each prefer their own home.
When a wee bannock (Scottish type of scone or bread) escapes from the frying pan, he races from house to house with everyone trying to catch him.
An original tale by Kathleen T. Pelley about a talented fiddler whose music pleases the Leprechaun King so much that he grants him a wish.
Two fairy poems and an elf poem that explains the origin of the umbrella.
A little red hen finds a grain of wheat and tries to persuade all the other animals on the farm to help her plant it.
When a terrible drought covers the plains of Africa, the animals discover a magic tree filled with ripe, juicy fruits, but they cannot reach the fruit until they discover the name of the tree. A retelling of a Bantu folktale.
A young woman uses her experience with a wild tiger to gain the love of her new stepson.
When a young prince befriends an ugly toad who helps him complete the three tasks his mother has given him, he makes a surprising discovery. A fresh take on the familiar tale of The Frog Prince.
A delightful nonsense poem about some colorful creatures who set out on an adventure across the sea in a....sieve.
A Japanese folktale, translated by Lafcadio Hearn about a boy who is obsessed with drawing cats and ends up saving the temple from a fierce goblin when the cats he draws come to life. This slightly spooky tale is best for children aged 8-10
After killing seven flies in one stroke, a little tailor is inspired to set off into the world to seek his fortune. Shortened and adapted by Kathleen from the original Grimm's fairy tale.
Originally titled, "Dutch Lullaby," this poem is a fantasy bedtime story about three children sailing and fishing among the stars from a boat which is a wooden shoe.
When a girl discovers a stray dog beside a river, she calls him Moses, takes him home and they become the best of friends, until....one day the girl rescues another stray - a little gray kitten, which causes Moses to become very jealous. A gentle story about …
A delightful nonsense poem by Edward Lear about a made-up creature called a Pobble and how he happens to lose his toes.
The beloved Christmas poem by Clement Clarke Moore also called A Visit from Saint Nicholas.
A Christmas fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm about a poor shoemaker who receives help from a pair of kind and clever elves.
An old Christmas Fairy Tale that explains why the leaves of the spruce, pine, and juniper trees area always green.
A tale from Africa about a famous trickster called Anansi who takes the shape of a spider.
Written by Beatrix Potter, The Tale of Peter Rabbit is about a brave, but somewhat naughty bunny, who disobeys his mother by venturing into Mr. McGregor's garden, where he narrowly escapes danger.
A humorous poem by Ogden Nash about a little girl called Belinda who lives in a little white house with a black kitten, a gray mouse, a little yellow dog, a little red wagon and a little pet dragon.
A classic tale by Rudyard Kipling, set in long ago Arabia that explains how the camel got his hump.
Every Sunday, poor Trembling is left alone to clean and cook, while her two sisters, Fair and Brown, go off to church wearing their finest clothes. But when an old henwife pays her a visit, Trembling finds herself wearing a dazzling dress and riding off to ch…
Long ago in Ireland, there once was a king who had horse's ears. He manages to keep his misfortune a secret by growing his hair long and only having it cut once a year by a barber, who was then put to death. But, when a poor widow's son is chosen to be his ne…
Originally published in Cricket Magazine, and written by Kathleen T. Pelley, this is the story of a young girl who uses her gift of storytelling to make a long road short and a king's heart sing.
Scottish author and storyteller, Kathleen T. Pelley, shares a sample of her storytelling podcast for ages 4-10.
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(Some shows do contain their own ads however).
At first I made this site for my kids, but like any dad I got a little over excited. I hope you find it as useful as they do.
Whether you want to listen to them together in the car, or alone in your room - the content is all safe for younger ears.