Big Giant Book: Stories for Children

Welcome to the Bullfrog Motel: A Slightly Noisy Fairytale for Kids

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0700

Juniper the Elf is back, and she's on a journey to find some peace and quiet. Will she find the tranquility she craves at the curious little Bullfrog Motel? Tune in to find out!

We're so excited to finally be BACK with this brand new story and music! We'll see you soon for another brand new tale.

Stories written and narrated by Rachel Boyd
Music created and performed by Joey Boyd
Independently produced by Rachel and Joey Boyd, with audio engineering and mixing by Joey Boyd

mailbox@biggiantbook.com
https://biggiantbook.com

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Little Ladybug Finds Her Wings: An Insect Story for Kids

Tue, 27 May 2025 23:00:00 -0700

Lisa Ladybug doesn't know she's a ladybug. She doesn't know that she's red. And she doesn't know that she can fly. All she knows is that she's nothing like the other insects* she meets around the big blue watering can.

Will she learn how to be like Mr. Grasshopper, or Amanda Ant, or Emerson Earthworm? Or will she discover exactly how to be herself? This story is super silly and sweet, just like Lisa Ladybug!

*and Annelids :)

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Bunny Rabbit and the Mysterious Egg: A Spring Story for Kids

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 23:00:00 -0700

On this fresh spring morning, Bunny Rabbit spots all sorts of unique eggs in the meadow: fish eggs, bird eggs, ladybug eggs. But Hummingbird finds the most mysterious egg of all... a big, round, rainbow-swirled, glittery egg. Whose egg is this?

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The Cat and the Leprechauns: A St. Patrick's Day Story for Kids

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 22:00:00 -0800

Mischief and mayhem abound in this jazzy little story about leprechauns - and the cat who tries to save the day! We hope you enjoy this story, inspired by St Patrick's Day and the legendary little mischief-makers.

Joey played the tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, bells, chimes, and drum brushes for this story. Can you spot the different instruments while you listen?

Special thanks to Leo for the leprechaun laughs and giggles!

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Little Sapling and the Special Visitors: A Wintertime Story

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0800

Little Sapling dreams about the things she'll do when she's big. Then, one quiet winter morning, she discovers that she's exactly the right size for a very surprising and special job indeed!

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The Bedtime Bundle (Volume Two): Three Bedtime Stories for Kids

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0800

Snuggle in with our three snooziest stories from Season Two! With three dreamy stories, bookended by peaceful music (with no intro or other distractions), this bonus episode is designed with bedtime in mind.

Featuring: The Little Sapling, Little Sparrow Isn't Sleepy, and The Sandcastle

Sweet dreams!

(We'll see you on February 3rd with a brand new story to kick off Season Three!)

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Darcy Mouse and the Holiday Surprise: A Sweet Creek Story for Kids

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0800

It's that festive time of year in the enchanted Sweet Creek Kingdom! Darcy Mouse is excited to invite her family and friends over for her annual holiday party. This year, she has an extra-special skating surprise in store for everyone!

Cuddle up with a cup of hot cocoa or cider and enjoy this final story from Season Two. Check back in January for our bonus Bedtime Bundle (Volume Two).

We'll be back on February 3rd for Season Three!

As always, thanks so much for tuning in today. Have a lot of fun on your big giant day!

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Little Sparrow Isn't Sleepy: A Bedtime Story for Children

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 22:00:00 -0800

It's nighttime in the forest, but Little Sparrow isn't sleepy. He wishes he could go for a nighttime fly like the owls, take a nighttime stroll like Fluffy Skunk, or have a nighttime meal like the baby bunnies. He wishes he could do anything but go to bed! Will Little Sparrow ever snuggle in and fall asleep?

In this dreamy bedtime story, children will enjoy imagining along with Little Sparrow. Listen along for acoustic guitar, flute, clarinet, soprano saxophone, and mandolin. And enjoy a little bonus music at the end for this extra-sleepy tale.

We'll see you in a couple weeks for another tale! (The next story we share will be our last episode for Season Two. Season Three premieres mid-January!)

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Trick or Treat on Pumpkin Street: A Halloween Story for Kids

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Knock, knock, knock! Who could that be? Open up the door.... "Trick or Treat!" All the little animals on Pumpkin Street are dressed in their Halloween costumes for a night of trick-or-treating. Superheroes, fairies, firefighters - even a chef. Join in the fall fun!

Enjoy a fun new bonus video version of this story on our YouTube channel later this week!

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Sally Squirrel's Magical Acorn Soup: An Autumn Tale

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 01:00:00 -0700

Autumn in the enchanted Sweet Creek Kingdom brings all sorts of magic, including the simple magic of Sally Squirrel's favorite tradition: acorn soup. Sally dreams of making a batch of magical soup to share with all her friends. When her special plan is interrupted by a competitive neighbor, Sally wonders if her soup is really magical after all. Tune in to see how it all unfolds!

This story features tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, mandolin, acoustic guitar, percussion, and flute.

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Katie and the Mermaid: A Sweet Creek Fairytale for Kids

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 01:00:00 -0700

When Katie Minstrel tosses a pinecone into the enchanted Indigo Sea, the sea seems to toss the pinecone right back to her! Katie soon realizes she's not alone as a magical new friend joins her in this sparkling fairytale.

If you loved this mermaid fairytale, please share it with a friend!

We'll be back in two weeks with a brand new story. As always, we hope you have a lot of fun on your big giant day!

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Cousin Flossie's Visit: A Bunny Rabbit Story

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Bunny Rabbit is thumping his feet with excitement: Cousin Flossie is coming for a visit today! He can't wait to show her all of his favorite things in the meadow. There's the willow tree, the hollow tunnel log, a fresh patch of clover - so much to see and do! What will Cousin Flossie love the most?

Connect with Rachel and Joey:

Email: mailbox@biggiantbook.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/biggiantbook/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/biggiantbook

Website: https://biggiantbook.com

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BigGiantBook

Story written and narrated by Rachel Boyd
Music created and performed by Joey Boyd

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The Lemon Yellow Kite: Bedtime Story Edition

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0700

This peaceful sleep story includes extra relaxing bonus music, including over four minutes of instrumental guitar after the story ends. This fully re-recorded and extended version of "The Lemon Yellow Kite" is perfect for slumber!

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The C Song: BGB Club

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700

After last week's seafaring cat and crab tale, we just had to dive right in and explore some purrfectly fantastic facts about cats! We also share "The C Song", some funny (and punny) jokes, and a seaside Silly Story.

Rachel's story recommendation:
Bonnie the Bumblebee
https://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/15099036-bonnie-the-bumblebee

Joey's story recommendation:
Blackberry Black Bear
https://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/13440915-blackberry-black-bear

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The Crab and the Sailor Cat: A Seafaring Story for Kids

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Let's set sail! Garnet the crab wants to feel what it's like to be a sailor, so she joins Carla the sailor cat for a seafaring adventure.

Joey plays sea shanties on the melodica in this story.

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The Sandcastle: A Magical Mermaid Bedtime Story for Kids

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0700

In this dreamy bedtime story, a sleepy crab and a curious mermaid visit a special sandcastle at sunset. The crab has a nice snooze... but the mermaid has a different plan! This story is perfect for bedtime. We hope you love it as much as we do!

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The B Song: BGB Club

Mon, 27 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Which vegetable is actually a flower? What do some daisies have in common with a candy bar? And just how big is the rose family? B-b-buzz on in to find out! Plus, enjoy a new original tune inspired by bumblebees and the letter B.

We hope you have a lot of fun with this Big Giant Book Club episode!

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Bonnie the Bumblebee: A Sweet Creek Story for Kids

Mon, 20 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Let's head to the Sweet Creek Kingdom for a buzzy little tale! On this springtime day, the poppy patch is bustling with excited bumblebees. They're all looking forward to a fun race with the fairies - all, that is, except for one bumblebee named Bonnie. Bonnie would rather not race at all!

This story features acoustic guitar, mandolin, and chimes.

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The Tempo Song: BGB Club

Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Where do bumblebees like to sleep? How do bumblebees stay cool? And what exactly does "tempo" mean? We explore all this and more in this springtime-themed Big Giant Book Club episode!

Join us for a new original song, fantastic facts about bumblebees, and a Silly Story.

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Hey Little Sea Star: BGB Club

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Splash on over for a brand new seashore song! Plus, learn five fantastic facts about sea stars and enjoy a silly little tale where funny animals set sail.

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The Little Purple Sea Star: A Wishful Story for Children

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Not all stars live in the sky! In this story, a lucky little sea star lives at the seashore among the crabs, seagulls, and washing waves. She meets some special visitors and helps make a sweet wish come true.

In this gentle story, Joey plays the acoustic guitar and shakers. Tune in next week for even more sea star magic during our Big Giant Book Club episode!

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The Rainbow Color Song: BGB Club

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0700

Join us for a colorful new song about that magical sight at the end of a rainy day: the rainbow! Plus, learn five fantastic facts about earthworms, guess the instruments from our "On a Rainy Day" story, and enjoy a Silly Story where it rains in the oddest of places.

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On a Rainy Day: An Imaginative Musical Story for Kids

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0800

What if you were a frog on a rainy day? What would you do? How would you feel? This music-filled story is all about imagining what a delightfully rainy day would feel like from different perspectives. Splash, splosh, jump!

"On a Rainy Day" features melodica, metal clarinet, tenor saxophone, mandolin, and acoustic guitar. Next week, we'll expand on this story with all sorts of rainy day fun in our Big Giant Book Club episode!

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Meadow Daydreams: A Bunny Rabbit Story

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0800

Bunny Rabbit settles beside a patch of slushy snow for a relaxing rest. In between daydreams, his neighbors pass by to say hello and share their perspectives on relaxation. They're all so different!

This story features acoustic guitar, percussion, and metal clarinet.

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Garden Moon: BGB Club

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0800

Join us for all the fun! We'll explore musical instruments, learn where bullfrogs spend their winters, and daydream about summer gardens. Plus, we share an interview with a character from the Sweet Creek Kingdom (who could it be?) ... this episode is lots of wintery fun!

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Sweet Creek Winter: A Snowy Story for Kids

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0800

It’s a magically snowy day in the Sweet Creek Kingdom. From the enchanted forest to the cozy village, everything is blanketed in snow. It’s all so quiet! As we explore the kingdom, we take a closer peek (and a closer listen) and discover how the fairytale friends enjoy their snowy day.

This story features mandolin, glockenspiel, acoustic guitar, and recorder. Next week, we’ll expand on this story and music in our Big Giant Book Club episode. Join us for fun activities, fantastic facts, and special surprises!

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The Winter Weather Poem: BGB Club

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 01:00:00 -0800

Winter isn't always snowy and cold! Sometimes it's rainy, sometimes it's warm, and sometimes it's dry as can be. This week's episode of Big Giant Book Club features a musical poem all about winter weather. Plus, we share some fantastic facts about winter, play a musical game, and put our imagination caps on for a surprise visitor! Who could it be?

This week's special musical poem features acoustic guitar, flute, soprano saxophone, and mandolin.

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The Oak Tree Song: BGB Club

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0800

Fantastic facts, a musical game, a character interview, and a special song await in our first-ever Big Giant Book Club episode! Each BGB Club episode will expand on the previous week's story, so this episode is centered around The Sapling. What makes oak trees so fantastic? How does an oak tree grow? And what is a sapling's favorite food? We dive into all this and more!

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The Sapling: A Story about Being Little and Being Big

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0800

What’s it like to be a little sapling on a chilly winter morning, bending and swaying in the wind? In this gentle tale, the little sapling strikes up a conversation with the tall oak tree about being little, being big, and … being trees! It sure is special to be a sapling!

This story features acoustic guitar and some squirrelly shakers.

We’re thrilled to be back for Season Two of Big Giant Book! This story picks up where we left off in The Acorn. What a difference a year makes!

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Jazzy Goose: A Holiday Story for Kids

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 01:00:00 -0800

Jasmine Goose loves to play her saxophone. There’s just one problem… whenever she tries to share her jazzy music with someone else, it all comes out in squeaks and honks! Until one night, under the twinkling stars, Jasmine finds a solution that’s all her own... and the groove is contagious!

This story features tenor saxophone, drums, flute, acoustic guitar, bells, and chimes.

This is our final full episode for Big Giant Book Season One. What a special year! Thank you so much for tuning in and enjoying these stories and tunes - we appreciate you so much!

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The Bedtime Bundle: Three Sleep Stories for Children

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0800

Snuggle up with our sleepiest stories from Season One! This episode is a little different - it doesn’t have our usual intro or aftershow, but instead features three cozy stories woven together with relaxing music.

We start off with the mellow “Meadow Babies”. Meet the baby bunnies, beavers, trout, geese, and hummingbirds. Little ones will enjoy imagining the animals in their cozy meadow homes.

Next, let imaginations soar in the story “The Lemon Yellow Kite”. This uplifting, calm, and peaceful story will resonate with the persistence and hopefulness inside all of us.

Finally, we visit the Sweet Creek Kingdom for the story “Sweet Creek Bedtime”. This bedtime story features a relaxing stroll through the enchanted kingdom under the moon and stars. For anyone who has wondered where unicorns sleep, this story will answer that question and perhaps quite a few more.

This episode ends with five minutes of peaceful instrumental music.

Sweet dreams!

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Harvest Feast: An Autumn Fairytale about Friendship

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0800

The Sweet Creek Kingdom bustles with excitement as everybody prepares for the annual Harvest Feast. Everybody, that is, except for an elf named Juniper. Juniper isn't excited about the festivities at all. With the help of her fairy friend, Oriana, she learns it's okay to lean on her community even if it feels uncomfortable.

This story features mandolin, acoustic guitar, and a sprinkling of chimes.

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Jewel Paper: An Autumn Story for Children

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Sasha visits the beach on a crisp autumn afternoon - but it's not the same as it was in the summer! The water is too cold for swimming, a sand castle doesn't sound very intriguing, and it's too breezy to read a book on a beach towel. But then Sasha realizes: there's treasure all over the beach!

This story features acoustic guitar. After the story, join us in The Rhythm Song!

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Spooky the Cat: A Not-So-Scary Halloween Story for Kids

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0700

In this not-so-scary story, Spooky the cat sneaks out on an autumn night for a surprising little stroll. Join Spooky as he scampers through the neighborhood and gets into all sorts of mischief.

This story features lots of tenor saxophone, drums, and some pots and pans!

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Ground Stars: A Meadow Friends Halloween Pumpkin Story for Kids

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 01:00:00 -0700

Bunny Rabbit must find out what is causing the beautiful glow on the hill at night… it looks like stars on the ground! Bunny Rabbit is so curious that his ears wiggle. Hummingbird joins in the adventure to discover what's making the magical glow, and they find lots of pumpkin fun along the way!

This story features acoustic guitar, cajón, washboard, harmonica, and chimes.

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Everybody's Apples: An Autumn Story for Kids

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 01:00:00 -0700

The neighborhood apple tree is ready for everyone to enjoy! In this playful musical tale, everyone in the neighborhood stops by to visit the tree and enjoy the autumn apples - each in their own special way.

This story features flute, soprano saxophone, shakers, acoustic guitar, mandolin, floor tom, and snare drum.

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Sweet Creek Bedtime: An Enchanting Sleep Story for Children

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0700

It’s time for a good night’s sleep in the Sweet Creek Kingdom. Let’s take a peaceful, sleepy tour through the magical kingdom together. This story might make you feel a little snoozy, too!

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We Didn't Go Anywhere: A Back-to-School Story for Kids

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0700

What is a summer adventure? Charlie hears all sorts of interesting summer stories from his friends at school and feels bad that he didn't go on big adventure. With the help of his Dad and sister, he reflects on his own summer experiences and discovers the sweet adventure he loves most of all.

This story features soprano saxophone and tenor saxophone. Stick around to meet the instruments with Joey after the story, then join us for a Silly Story!

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Shiny Blue: Bunny Rabbit and Friends Find a Bike

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 01:00:00 -0700

Something unexpected appears in the meadow - and the curious meadow critters are completely puzzled! After a bit of investigation, they soon discover what the shiny blue thing is ... and then they discover what really makes it so amazing.

This story features acoustic guitar, shakers, tenor saxophone, and hand drum.

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Blackberry Black Bear: A Meadow Friends Summer Story

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 23:00:00 -0700

Bunny Rabbit and Hummingbird are trying to stay cool on this hot summer day. Squirrel invites them to join her on a trip to a shady patch of beautiful blackberries, and they happily join her. Even better than the blackberries: they all make a new friend!

This story features acoustic guitar, shakers, and tenor saxophone. After the story, Rachel and Joey return to the “I Found A Sound” game.

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Home Sweet Gnome Home: A Sweet Creek Fairytale

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Gordon the gnome returns to his little hillside home in the Sweet Creek Kingdom and jumps right into planning a surprise for all his friends. He doesn’t know that they’re planning a surprise for him, too!

This story features mandolin, chimes, and (of course!) the recorder - or, gnome flute.

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Faraway Friends: A Pen Pals Story for Kids

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 01:00:00 -0700

Lester and Clover live far away from each other, but they are best friends. They stay in touch by writing letters in the summertime. In this story, we take a peek at the friends' letters and learn about their exciting changes and adventures!

This tale features acoustic guitar and mandolin.

Lester and Clover return for a brand new pen pals story (linked below) - we hope you love it!
https://biggiantbook.buzzsprout.com/2120451/episodes/15766114-marigold-and-pumpkin-a-pen-pals-story-for-kids

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Sasha's Mysterious Fence

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Sasha loves everything about her new backyard - especially the fence! She likes to peek through the little cracks and hollows. There's one part of the fence she can't see through, however, and she begins to imagine all sorts of magical things must happen on the other side. She must get to the bottom of this magical mystery!

This story features tenor saxophone and chimes. After the story, join Joey for "The Rhythm Song" (this time, a new instrument joins in!) then stay tuned for a magical little Silly Story.

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Sometimes I'm a Boat: A Imagination Story for Children

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Do you ever feel like a wild speedboat? Or maybe a peaceful rowboat? What about a powerful tugboat? Sometimes I imagine that I'm a boat - because those boats are a lot like me! This story is about feelings, make-believe, and confidence.

After the story, Joey introduces us to one of the boat instruments: the flute. He shares a fun idea for making your own flute sounds at home. We wrap up with a splashy Silly Story!

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Papa Baker's Pancakes: A Sweet Creek Fairytale

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 01:00:00 -0700

The strawberry sun is just starting to rise and almost everyone in the Sweet Creek Kingdom is fast asleep… except for Madeline and Mama Baker. They’re up early for a super special, super secret mission! With the help of their fairy friend, Oriana, they discover the key to making magically perfect pancakes.

After the story, Joey introduces us to “tremolo” on the mandolin. We wrap up with a sweet Silly Story and a special hooray to celebrate our 20th episode!

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The Lemon Yellow Kite

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0700

The wide blue sky is full of kites on this windy day: rainbow kites, mermaid kites, a dragon kite. But what about the lemon yellow kite? The man at the kite stand says the lemon yellow kite has never flown… maybe that will change today!

After the story, Joey invites us to join him in “The Rhythm Song” - an interactive song where we can all find a beat together and have some musical fun.

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When the Dog Barks: A Storytelling Song for Kids

Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0700

What if the neighbor's dog could talk? What would he say? What about the robin high in the tree, or the cat on the path? In this playful song story, we imagine what the neighborhood animals might tell us!

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A Mystery at Beaver Pond: A Meadow Friends Story

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0700

We have a meadow mystery on our hands (or, paws)! After a normal night of building and playing, the Beaver family is eager to snuggle up for a good day's sleep... but a mysterious occurrence keeps Mama and Papa Beaver from resting. They must get to the bottom of this mystery!

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Dandelion Day: A Sweet Creek Kingdom Fairytale

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0700

All the villagers, fairies, gnomes, unicorns, and elves of Sweet Creek gather to celebrate the annual Dandelion Day. Ralph Minstrel is thrilled about all the celebratory action, but his sister Katie feels differently. She's a little exhausted by it all!

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Meese: A Silly Animal Story for Kids

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0700

There is so much to see at this busy little farm - cows, plows, dogs, frogs - but what about meese?! Rachel and Joey explore plural words in this playful and funny story.

This story features a mighty little instrument: the melodica.

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Meadow Babies: A Baby Animals Spring Story for Children

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Meet the meadow babies in this gentle, sleepy story. Learn the special names for the brand new baby rabbits, beavers, trout, geese, and hummingbirds and take a peek at what life is really like for them in their meadow habitat.

This story features acoustic guitar. After the story, Joey discusses musical dynamics and introduces two words associated with playing loudly or softly: piano and forte.

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If My Blocks Could Talk: A Rhyming Story for Kids

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0700

What if your blocks could talk? What would they say? They've been so many things: a dinosaur airport, a grocery store, a mountain - and a river on the kitchen floor. One thing's for sure: they sure love being blocks!

This story features blocks as percussion as well as some low, slow acoustic guitar. Joey discusses making beats with blocks and shares a rhythm to try at home!

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Mud Tea: A Springtime Story for Kids

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0700

Charlie, Clover, and Sasha work together to mix up some muddy springtime fun in the backyard. It's the perfect day to make mud tea! They even set out a special spot at their tree stump table for a chance visitor - anything is possible, after all.

This story features a trio of saxophones (tenor, alto, and soprano), plus a sweet little kitchen-cupboard instrument.

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Raccoon at Noon

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0700

It's noon, which means Raccoon should be fast asleep - but not today! The neighborhood is full of distractions and he can't seem to catch a wink of sleep. This tale is packed with rhyme and rhythm and shenanigans.

This story features drums and guitar.

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Madeline and the Mandolin: A Sweet Creek Fairytale for Kids

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0800

Madeline Baker is busy helping her family prepare delicious strawberry tarts for a royal celebration at the palace (a normal day) when she stumbles upon the most magical, musical, melodious sound. What could it be?

Be sure to stick around to “Meet the Instruments” with Joey after the story. This story features mandolin (of course!) as well as enchanting chimes and sweet flute. Madeline even plays a couple homemade instruments - music is everywhere!

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That's Nothing: A Bunny Rabbit Story for Kids

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0800

Bunny Rabbit sets off on a lovely hop-around in the meadow near the river. Along the way, he pokes his paw. Ow ow owww! Even worse, every critter he meets along the way is in an awful mood. How will Bunny Rabbit turn this day around?

Stick around after the story to meet the instruments with Joey! This story features acoustic guitar, percussion, kalimba, and tenor saxophone.

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The Cat Likes That

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 21:00:00 -0800

Dustball just wants to rest. And play. And eat. And rest some more. Will she be able to do all of that today? Head on over to Grandma's house and take a peek into a cozy cat afternoon.

This story features tenor saxophone and soprano saxophone.

Did you recognize Dustball from another story? That's right! She's the same cat who was slinking around outside in "The Acorn".

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Snickerdoodle-noodles: A Silly Rhyming Story

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0800

Snow day! For this excited kid, that means waking Dad up bright and early to bake something one-of-a-kind.

This wild story features lots of percussion. Great for wiggling and giggling and thumping along to the beat!

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The Acorn

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 23:00:00 -0800

An acorn falls on the first snowy winter night. As the night turns to dawn, the neighborhood animals begin to stir about. Does anybody notice the little acorn in the snow?

This story features bells, melodica, percussion, tenor saxophone, flute, mandolin, and harmonica.

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