Parent info: Wink: Stories for Better Bedtimes is recommended for ages under 5. It's a Story led show that should be listened to in order. Made in the USA, it's about Bedtime and Mindfulness for kids. Launched in 2025, it has 5 seasons.
A little monkey with big stories falls overboard in a storm and is rescued by a gentle dolphin, who listens patiently as the monkey invents silly stories about being the “King of the Monkeys.” As they travel to shore, the monkey slowly admits the truth: he isn…
Caden and Johnny start out arguing because one wants to play superheroes and the other wants to play pirates, but everything changes when Johnny’s treasure map blows away and they have to work together to get it back. As they race after the map, their two diff…
In this reimaging of a Chinese folktale four playful dragons hear the people crying on land for rain so their crops can grow. They are hungry and need rain. The dragons stop playing and carry water from the sea and release it as rain. But the rain isn’t enough…
Clara notices a strange blue light in her room and finds a tiny green alien who has landed on her bed in a little spaceship. Even though she cannot understand what he is saying, she keeps trying to help until she figures out that he wants a lullaby. After she …
An interactive bedtime story for kids about a curious fox who hears a mysterious boom in the forest and sets out to find it. He guesses all kinds of things it might be but when he finally pounces into a clearing, he discovers not a creature, but a strange roun…
Little Troll refuses to take a bath no matter what Papa Troll tries, even though his smell is so terrible that flowers grow between his toes and forest animals faint. After many failed bribes and silly songs, Papa Troll gently asks what scares him and learns t…
Ami wants to find a very, very good friend, her grandmother tells her she must wear a wooden bowl on her head and never take it off if she wants to find one. Even when her family questions her and other children tease her, Ami keeps her promise. Ami isn't sure…
Nate dreams of building a robot as big as a house, but each attempt falls short of the amazing creation he imagines. Even when he feels frustrated and wants to quit, he keeps trying, learning new skills and improving his designs with help from his dad. After y…
Everyone in the family is exhausted except for the baby, who refuses to sleep and is passed from her little brother to her sister, then to Mommy and finally to Daddy as each sings a playful song about what to do with her. No matter who holds her, the baby wigg…
In a colorful coral reef where everyone plays tag, Cedric the seahorse feels too slow to join in—until he introduces a new game called hide and seek. When Cedric’s natural camouflage makes him impossible to find, the reef learns that everyone belongs, just as …
Snatchasaurus keeps grabbing things he likes—lollipops, swings, brownies, even his teacher’s mustache—without thinking, leaving his classmates upset and confused. When his teacher explains that sometimes hands are faster than brains, Snatchasaurus realizes he’…
When Ibbity sets out to find the strongest thing in the world, he meets trees, wind, hills, and tigers — each stronger than the last, but none believe they are the strongest of all. The reimagined folk tale follows Ibbity's journey which leads him to find out …
Gertrude is a dragon who desperately wants to breathe fire like the others, but no matter how hard she tries, only flowers come out. Afraid she doesn’t belong, she faces the annual dragon celebration expecting rejection—only to discover that her flowers make t…
When Flossie the flamingo hatches under the moon, she decides she will fly there one day. She practices flying farther and farther—across a stream, a pond, a lake, and even through the night—but discovers she cannot reach the moon, no matter how hard she tries…
In this reimagined folktale from the Philippines a young boy eagerly goes to the market to buy ten coconuts for his mom and decides to run home to prove he can be fast. Each time he rushes, his cart crashes and the coconuts scatter, forcing him to gather and r…
When Olive’s handmade birthday card disappears on the very day she needs it, young listeners follow her emotional journey from frustration to resilience. Perfect for a calming bedtime routine, this screen-free children’s podcast episode helps parents support e…
Piggy’s Big Plan is a playful, sing-along bedtime story that helps children learn how to handle disappointment when plans fall apart. When a mud puddle disappears on a hot day, Piggy and her animal friends have to make a “Plan B”. Perfect for parents looking f…
When Alex loses his mitten in the snow, a line of woodland animals discovers its cozy warmth! From hedgehog to bear, each squeezes in until one tiny mouse causes a big surprise. This charming retelling of The Mitten by Steffani Raff is a delightful winter stor…
Join Cami and her beloved stuffed sloth, Slothy, in a touching story that helps kids cope with sadness, separation, and worry. Perfect for parents seeking emotional regulation tools, mindfulness stories, and calming bedtime content. This gentle adventure teach…
A joyful story inspired by a Japanese folktale about sharing, kindness, and mouse-sized magic. Join storyteller, Steffani Raff for songs, laughter, and mindful moments that help kids relax, imagine, and remember that kindness always rolls back to you.…
Plip! Plop! — is a reimagined folktale from Tibet. When a family of rabbits mistake a falling apple for a scary monster, they learn an important lesson about imagination, bravery, and mindfulness. Perfect for parents seeking bedtime stories that teach emotiona…
In Gizmo’s Magic Words, we meet Gizmo the otter — a lovable little collector of rocks and shells (and one red sneaker). When Gizmo loses his favorite rock, his mama teaches him a simple song with powerful “magic words” that help an overwhelming mess turn into …
In Spider’s Gift, a humble spider longs to honor baby Jesus like the other animals in Bethlehem. When danger arises, her delicate web becomes a miraculous shield, protecting the Holy Family. This heartwarming Christmas legend celebrates love, faith, and the un…
In this Hanukkah story, The Candle Maker, young Ezra learns the meaning behind making candles with his mother — and the miracle of sharing light with others. As Ima tells the ancient story of the Maccabees and the Golden Menorah, Ezra discovers that every act …
In this laugh-out-loud children’s story, Too Many Owls by Steffani Raff, a well-meaning wizard just wants a little peace and quiet—but every spell he casts only brings more hooting owls!…
Join a talkative little turtle on a sky-high adventure with two friendly geese! “The Talkative Turtle” was inspired by a folktale from India. It's a fun story that shows kids the joy of talking—and the wisdom of knowing when to be quiet. Includes an interactiv…
In Montgomery the Monster, a little monster learns to face his fears. There’s a big party and Montgomery wishes he could be invisible like Larry but when he makes a mistake he finds out he isn’t the only nervous little monster, and makes a friend. This playful…
When three silly goats refuse to listen, Johnny and his animal friends try everything to bring them home—until a tiny buzzing bee proves that even the smallest can be mighty. Filled with giggles, repetition kids love, and a mindful “bee breath” activity at the…
Every parent knows the struggle of grumpy days—when nothing feels right and bedtime feels impossible. In "The Grumpy Firefly" by Steffani Raff, Freddy the firefly has one of those days. From sticky spiderwebs to noisy squirrels, everything goes wrong, and he j…
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During a winter hibernation, Little Bear Cub can't fall asleep. Curious about the snowy world outside, he wakes up Mama Bear and explores the wonders of winter for the first time—chasing hares, slipping on ice, and asking endless questions about snow, frozen l…
In this heartwarming bedtime story, join Sarah as she discovers that the “scary” monsters in her closet—Clyde and Mary—are anything but frightening. All they want is a friend! Through dancing, singing, and one very important snowman, this charming tale teaches…
In this sweet and heartwarming episode, join us for The Cookie Puzzle—a delightful story about a little girl named Abby who’s ready to bake cookies all by herself for the very first time. But when things don’t go as planned, Abby feels like she’s failed... unt…
“Dancing in the Moonlight” is a calming bedtime tale where a little girl learns to be brave by watching animals dance under the stars. With soft rhythms, mindful breathing, and a heartwarming message, it’s the perfect way to end the day with peace and wonder.…
In this giggle-filled storytime episode, meet Tiddalick, a little frog, with big thirst! When he drinks up all the water in the Billabong, Kangaroo, Koala, and Emu must figure out how to get it back—without fighting. Will jokes, laughter, and sneezes save the …
Penelope the Porcupine is a heartwarming story about a young porcupine named Penelope who becomes afraid of her prickly quills after one pokes her during a fall. She decides she wants to be "prickle-free" and asks her friends—Rabbit, Bear, and Fox—for help in …
In The Fairy Godmother Who Couldn’t, young Princess Poppy wishes she could grow up faster — but a hilariously well-meaning, wildly unskilled fairy godmother turns her wish into magical chaos. Through growing legs, runaway hair, and a bird-perching nose, Poppy …
All aboard for a rhythmic adventure in this retelling of The Little Engine That Could. When bigger engines say no, a small blue engine says, "I think I can," and proves that even the littlest of voices can make a big difference. Wooo! Wooo!…
Three billy goat brothers need to cross a bridge guarded by a mean, smelly troll who threatens to eat anyone who passes. Working together, the brothers outsmart the troll by convincing him to wait for the biggest goat. When the biggest goat finally crosses, he…
Little Spider’s First Web, is a delightful and encouraging children’s story about what it means to keep going when things get tough. When Little Spider decides to spin his very first web, he’s full of excitement—but building something new isn’t always easy. Af…
What happens when a baby dragon with a big appetite discovers the joy of marshmallows? A lot of sneaky snacking! But when the snatching ruins a girl's birthday treat a brother and sister go out in search of the marshmallow snatcher. The Marshmallow Snatcher is…
When all the other squirrels are busy digging for nuts, Roscoe dreams of something bigger — flying through the stars. In this heartwarming bedtime story, your child will join Roscoe on a journey of self-discovery, courage, and belonging. A Dream to Fly is the …
Monsters can be scary, but Jimmy knows the silliest monster of all--the Belly Button Monster! When he wakes up one morning to see his belly button has gone missing, Jimmy has some problem-solving to do. Sometimes other people, and even ourselves, can leave us …
Laying outside under the night sky, three young children find 1, 2, 3 animals in the dark by connecting the bright stars. But hard as he tries, the fourth little one can't see the pictures!--until the Moon Child and her paintbrush visit to help him make his ow…
One morning at breakfast-time, a pancake lays getting warm and toasty and ready to eat in a stovetop pan. But when he hears hungry little voices, he hops right out of that pan--and runs away! Sometimes, no matter how many people want us to slow down, it feels …
Every night, a boy and his 32 stuffed animals have a visitor come by--a scary one that wants to eat them! Monsters can feel real and our fears feel like they can get bigger and bigger. But there are loved ones who will stay with us and we can face them togethe…
When a young boy finds a potato bigger than him, even bigger than a house, who can he ask to help him dig it out? We all have tasks just a little too big to take on by ourselves, but it's a strong thing to ask for help and a strong thing to give it.…
When a little caterpillar climbs into Rabbit's hole one day, his friendly voice and silly pranks sound loud and scary from outside. In life, big noises and big feelings are real, but there are loved ones, a deep breath, and even laughter to help us explore the…
Little Phoebe gets a panda bear robot for her birthday. But she wants to assemble it her very own way and after all her hard work, it doesn't sit, cheer, or summersault like it's supposed to! Sometimes we don't do things the way they're meant to be done, but w…
A little boy named Woo Sing looks out the window one morning, and when he sees his reflection he wonders if he's found a new friend! Sometimes the feelings we see in ourselves are ones we don't really want, but feelings come and go. Of all the faces we make in…
A mama duck and her ducklings live happily by a pond, but a storm blows the ducklings into far-away reeds where they feel scared and lost. When we're alone, our thoughts and worries can feel loud, but what sounds can we hear around us that say we are never so …
In a far-away village lived boys, girls, and grown-ups who loved to eat sweet, sticky porridge. Because of a little act of kindness, a fairy's magic pot gave the happy village enough to go around--until they got themselves into a sticky problem! We all make mi…
There are animals of every shape, size, and color in Brazil, but does that make a single one better than another? Like our own thoughts can sometimes say to us, Rat likes to tell Beetle that she is not enough. But she and we have secret strengths, and some hav…
Caterpillar wishes she were something she isn't--red, blue, gold, and flying up high in the bright sky. Although our wishes are beautiful, we can't become who we are meant to be without first being who we are.…
It's time to discover a better bedtime. A story, a mindful moment, and a chance to connect--all designed to calm busy minds and busy bodies. Join host Steffani Raff for a new story every Monday.…
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