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Come listen to episodes of stories that never grow old, tales of fascinating historical and scientific figures, and vignettes of all sorts. Children of all ages are sure to enjoy! New episodes comes out once or twice a week.
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#readaloudstories #bedtimestories #homeschool #classical #charlottemason
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![Ep. 69 The Little Gray Grandmother [young listeners]](https://s3.castbox.fm/b0/ac/9c/ba3e67ad4216d5cb5f9a28da242d8f1b57_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Ep. 69 The Little Gray Grandmother [young listeners]")
Whether it contains imagination or magic, this little story is certainly enchanting. Enjoy!
Since the US Government is retiring the penny, I thought this was a good time to tell a story about what a penny used to mean.
Offerus the giant lives near a river and carries weary travelers across the story waters. One day he gets a very special traveler which adds more to his life than he first realizes. Merry Christmas!
If you have ever experienced "Grass is always greener on the other side" syndrome, then keep listening. This is a short and entertaining story that examines whether what one wishes for is really "greener" ;)
Two brothers are inseparable in childhood, but go their separate ways to seek their fortunes. Their paths cross in the most fortuitous way! This story is certainly a celebration of sibling love and the lasting nature of brotherhood.
The boys couldn't wait for the new chimney to be built but grandpa suddenly tells them that it must be put off. They are terribly disappointed, until the find out the reason why! And happy birthday to Maggie, for whom this episode was uploaded :)
The story today is a little glimpse into the early life of the author of the perennial childhood class "Tom Sawyer." Maybe this will inspire you to re-read some of those stories and be brought to the banks of the roaring "Mighty Mississippi"! Enjoy!
The nursing profession didn't always look as it does today. Before the Crimean War, London hospitals lacked proper hygiene practices and properly trained nursing staff. The women in the story today helped to change all of that-- and it all started with nursing a dog back to health!
I couldn't be more delighted to share a full chapter from one of my favorite books. From the Anne of Green Gables series, the chapter is quite a ways into Book 2: Anne of Avonlea. I hope it brings you as much joy to listen as it did for me to record it! Music: https://freetouse.com/music/pufino/enlivening
If you could purchase a dream, would you? This story explores what it could mean to be swept up in a fancy of a dream--and makes you wonder a little where the line is between imagination and enchantment. Enjoy!
A delightful story that employs a type of repetition that is common in folktales. Originally a Chinese folktale from the Qing dynasty, this particular rendition was adapted for an American audience by Claire Huchet Bishop. Use with permission from Childcraft and World Books Inc. Music: https://freetouse.com/music/pufino/enlivening
Before there were hand-held recorders or computers, there were newspapermen who had to carefully write down every single word of a speech or event and then rush back to his office to get their words typeset and into print. People were as anxious to get their news then as they are now! Listen to hear about a particularly exciting adventure of a man who carried an important speech through the rainy streets of London.
Sometimes people find their calling late in life and some find it earlier. The story today is about a little girl who helps her brother recover from a leg injury and eventually becomes one of the most famous nurses in history. As founder of the American Red Cross, Clara Barton's continues to bless people around the world. Enjoy!
The story today is about a impressive young man who solves a problem while onlookers laughed at him. There were many things in his life that required deep strength and resilience. Enjoy this story about a young Abraham Lincoln!
It's been a while but here is part 2! Jump into the delightful world of poetry.
Welcome to our special Halloween episode! Young Heinrich listens to his father's story about a monster and decides that he needs to investigate the details of the story for himself.
I found two delightful stories from American Indian legends... why babies goo and why the rabbit has a stubby tail :) Enjoy!
We are all familiar with the story of Cinderella; but did you know that there is a similar story from thousands of years ago? Around 500 years BC and was written down in a first century geography text. There isn't a fairy godmother, but someone definitely steps in as matchmaker, and it might not be what you expect. Enjoy!
Ever wonder where bluetooth technolgy got its name? Wonder no longer, and enjoy todays episode about a Viking King, Harold Bluetooth!
When a society makes quick steps forward in technology and inventions, safety concerns will sometimes arise. Once the need is known, there are always sharp minds who can come up with clever solutions. The story today is about a tragedy and the invention that it sparked!
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