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Musings and Other Nonsense - Children's Stories, Poems and Songs

Peter G. Reynolds

Musings and Other Nonsense - Children's Stories, Poems and Songs

If you're looking for a podcast, but can't find the right one, I have some good news, your search is now done. There are poems and stories and songs that are great. It's perfect for children, ages two until eight. The poems are sweet and all filled with laughter. The stories end well. Happily ever after. So be sure to subscribe and begin to explore. And please don’t forget, there’ll always be more.

Parent info: Musings and Other Nonsense - Children's Stories, Poems and Songs is recommended for ages 6-10. It's an Episodic show that can be listened to in any order. Made in the USA, it's about Poetry for kids. Launched in 2020, it has 1 season.

There are 41 episodes

Episodes
The most recent appears first.

  • The Floor is Lava!

    4 min Season 1 Episode 41 5 November 2023

    The mission was simple, or so it was said - just get from the couch to your big fluffy bed. But the floor was lava, as hot as the sun. If you touched it at all, you were dead. You were done!…

  • The Man Who Lived In Reverse

    4 min Episode 40 5 December 2022

    His up was your down. Your loose was his tight. And when people were wrong, he did what was right. This very silly, rhyming poem for children explores what happens when you look at things differently and accept people for who they are. It’s perfect for childre…

  • The Door - Spooky Halloween Special

    3 min Episode 39 22 October 2022

    A curious child hears knocking coming from a door lying on the ground. Should they investigate?…

  • The Witch, the What and the Who

    2 min Episode 38 19 October 2022

    Everyone knows what a Witch is, but have you heard of her sisters, What and Who? They’re even more terrible. This spooky, rhyming poem is perfect for witches and warlocks of all ages. And don’t worry if you haven’t heard of What and Who. They’ve definitely hea…

  • Five Toes

    2 min Episode 37 15 October 2022

    When a young boy's toes run away, what is he to do? “Five Toes” is a spooky and silly rhyming poem, perfect for children of all ages. But maybe lock your doors before listening, in case your toes get any ideas!…

  • My Friends

    3 min Episode 36 27 December 2021

    If all your friends were the same, how boring would that be? "My Friends" is a fun, rhyming poem that celebrates the diversity of friendship. Perfect for buddies, pals, mates and besties of all ages.…

  • Officer Pain

    2 min Episode 35 29 November 2021

    Ever wonder how your brain knows you have a boo-boo? That's Officer Pain. He has a busy job trying to keep you safe. He's not very popular, but he doesn't mind. This rhyming poem is perfect for anyone who's ever had an owie or an ouchie.…

  • The Typewriter (Halloween Episode)

    3 min Episode 34 23 October 2021

    Somewhere, in the dark, lives an old typewriter made of bones. With it you can write any story, except those with happy endings. This rhyming Halloween tale may be too spooky for very young ghosts and ghouls. Listener discretion is advised.…

  • Shadow of Doubt

    2 min Episode 33 31 August 2021

    Have you ever heard that little voice, the one that says, "You can't"? That's the voice of Doubt. It can be sneaky, but you do have an ally to help defeat it. Find out who it is in this short rhyming story. I have no doubt you'll enjoy it!…

  • The Unbearable Itch

    3 min Episode 32 31 August 2021

    A young bear searches the forest, desperate to rid himself of an unbearable itch. What he finds is a magical place that all bears dream of. This silly rhyming story is perfect for children of all ages or anyone who's had an itch they couldn't quite scratch.…

  • Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go?

    4 min Episode 31 12 July 2021

    This episode is a reading of my picture book, Lost Hallway: Where do Lost Things Go? Can Griffin find his dog and his ball? Find out as he explores a magical world that contains all lost things. It won't be easy, the Hallway doesn't like to give things back!…

  • Mess Monster Rap!

    3 min Episode 30 13 June 2021

    In this special musical episode, I collaborate with Toronto musician Bloo Burds to create a rap version of the story "Mess Monster". Can a child defeat his own mess before it devours him? Listen to find out. It's perfect for messy or neat children of all ages.…

  • The Little Shuttle (Part 2)

    4 min Episode 29 17 May 2021

    Deep in outer space, a little spaceship wishes she was more than just a shuttle. But is she ready for all the cosmic dangers out there? Find out in the conclusion to this exciting rhyming story. Perfect for spaceships of all ages. Part 2 of 2.…

  • The Little Shuttle (Part 1)

    7 min Episode 28 17 May 2021

    Deep in outer space, a little spaceship wishes she was more than just a shuttle. But is she ready for all the cosmic dangers out there? Find out in this exciting rhyming story. Perfect for spaceships of all ages. Part 1 of 2.…

  • Virtual School Ghoul

    2 min Episode 27 13 April 2021

    Warning! Excessive remote learning may cause bulging eyes, pale skin and excessive moaning. If you experience any of these symptoms, listen to this story immediately. You may be a Virtual School Ghoul!…

  • Easter Bunnies

    2 min Episode 26 3 April 2021

    Why do bunnies hide their eggs? Find out why in this eggcellent rhyming story. It's perfect for Easter, or anytime you want to celebrate the sweet things in life.…

  • A Town Called Care

    4 min Episode 25 22 March 2021

    In the land of Slumber, each town competes to attract dreamers by being more fun. But in the town of Care, they try something very different. Discover what they did in this silly sleeping tale. Perfect for bedtime - or is it?…

  • Future Me

    5 min Episode 24 10 March 2021

    If you met your older self, would they happy to see you? If you met your younger self, what would you say? Find out in the fun rhyming story. Perfect for the child and grown-up in you!…

  • A Bed's Bedtime Story

    4 min Episode 23 22 February 2021

    Single is a small bed with a big problem; he's afraid to go to sleep! But his mother the Queen has a secret to help him. Find out what it is in this dreamy bedtime story for beds. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for beds and children of all sizes.…

  • Who Do I Love the Most?

    2 min Episode 22 8 February 2021

    A child asks themselves an impossible question: Which one of my parents do I love the most? Their answer may surprise you! This silly story is told in rhyme and is perfect for children  - whether or not they have a favourite parent.…

  • Mr. Stink

    4 min Episode 21 1 February 2021

    When a young boy skips bathtime, he meets his new best friend, Mr. Stink. They have a great time until the boy realizes no-one else wants to be around him!  Find out what happens in this funny, rhyming story, perfect for bedtime or bathtime.…

  • A Town Called Nook

    4 min Episode 20 26 January 2021

    In the town of Nook, every house is a book. But when a boy who lives in a book of facts meets a girl from a book of fiction, can they ever be together? Find out in this literal, literary tale. Perfect for young readers of any genre.…

  • Mess Monster

    3 min Episode 19 18 January 2021

    When the mess in a child's room becomes a monster, will they be able to defeat it before it devours them? Find out in this exciting, rhyming tale that's perfect for both messy and neat children.…

  • Lockdown

    2 min Episode 18 12 January 2021

    A child is stuck at home during lockdown and his family is driving him crazy! Can you ever be alone in the middle of a crowd? Turns out you can. This story is told using whimsical rhymes and is perfect for anyone who needs a little alone time.…

  • Where Did All The Rhymes Go?

    2 min Episode 17 5 January 2021

    A bee discovers that all the rhymes have gone missing. Can you help her find them? Warning: this tale is both entertaining and infuriating. It's fun and interactive for the whole family.…

  • Santa's Beard

    4 min Episode 16 28 December 2020

    A family of naughty mice move into Santa's beard without permission. Will Santa evict them on Christmas Eve? Find out in this silly Christmas tale.  It's told in rhyme and is perfect for families of all shapes and sizes, both naughty and nice :)…

  • Christmas Breakfast

    1 min Episode 15 22 December 2020

    A child plans to make the greatest breakfast his parents have ever had for Christmas. There's just one problem. Well, maybe more than one. Find out in this whimsical Christmas tale. Perfect for Christmas morning or any morning you're  feeling very hungry.…

  • One-Eyed Cat

    2 min Episode 14 14 December 2020

    A one-eyed cat with the power to spot lies, finally finds her forever home in this tale of trust and friendship. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for bedtime or anytime you might be feeling a little lonely.…

  • I Don't Like To Write

    2 min Episode 13 7 December 2020

    Did you know a crayon can tell stories just as well as a pen? If you find writing tough, there are still many ways to express yourself. This is the story of one child and the power of their imagination. It's told in rhyme and is perfect for the storyteller in …

  • Inside Outside

    5 min Episode 12 30 November 2020

    What if INSIDE and OUTSIDE competed for a little boy's attention? Which of them would win? Find out in this fantastical tale of adventure, danger and an unlikely friendship. This story is told in rhyme and is perfect for inside or outside!…

  • A Stick and His Boy

    2 min Episode 11 23 November 2020

    We all know that boys love their sticks. But did you know sticks love their boys just as much? Together, they can be anything! This funny, rhyming children's story is perfect for bedtime or anytime a little laughter is needed. Stick not included.…

  • I Wish

    1 min Episode 10 15 November 2020

    We've all wished to be like someone else, but there are lots of someone elses. How boring! There's only one you in the whole wide world, and that's awesome.…

  • Burnt the Bed

    3 min Episode 9 8 November 2020

    A young dragon wakes up and discovers they've burnt their bed. What will they do? This story is perfect for any young dragons out there who enjoy silly rhymes and roasting a brave knight or two. Listen at bedtime, during car rides, or anytime a little laughter…

  • Gobble Goblin

    1 min Episode 8 1 November 2020

    There's a reason our parents warned us NEVER to pick our nose - the Gobble Goblin lives there, and he's HUNGRY!  Laugh along with the short rhyming tale. Perfect for noses of all ages.…

  • Goblin Stew

    2 min Episode 7 24 October 2020

    This is a special Halloween episode. Every wonder what goblins like to eat? Well, you might not like what you discover in the spooky, 2-minute rhyming recipe. It's a tablespoon of creepy with just a dash of gross. And the secret ingredient is to die for.…

  • Practice Practice

    2 min Episode 6 18 October 2020

    Practicing a musical instrument is HARD. But when you do, something magical happens - you get better! Laugh along with this musical poem for all the budding piano, guitar, violin and digeridoo players out there.…

  • Just Once

    1 min Episode 5 12 October 2020

    This rhyming poem is about a boy who only likes to try things once. How boring is that?…

  • Party of Ten

    2 min Episode 4 5 October 2020

    We have a special song this week for our little toddler listeners. Party of Ten is a fun, catchy children's song that's great to sing and dance along too. Next week we're back with poems and stories for older kids. Stay tuned!…

  • My Baddy

    1 min Episode 3 26 September 2020

    Our third episode is a children's poem called My Baddy. We all want our parents to be good and follow the rules, but sometimes good can be boring. Find out what happens when a child wishes his daddy was a little bit bad. This poem is told using funny, whimsica…

  • Not a Fan of Vegetables

    2 min Episode 2 26 September 2020

    Our second episode is an original children's poem called: I'm Not a Fan of Vegetables. A young child tries desperately to explain this fact, only to realize there are unexpected consequences when they get their wish! This poem is told using funny, whimsical rh…

  • Dragon Cake

    1 min Episode 1 20 September 2020

    Our first episode is a funny children's poem called Dragon Cake. It is, not surprisingly, about how to make a dragon’s favourite cake. The poem is told using colourful rhymes and funny sound effects. It's great for young kids (human or dragon) who have a weird…

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