Henry's Library

Send us a text In this imaginative episode of Henry’s Library, Henry and his friends take a magical journey sparked by a feather bookmark—and meet a singing parrot named Peter! When Peter tries to make new bird friends, he’s teased for being different, especially for his love of veggies and catchy songs. But with kindness, empathy, and a little help from Henry, Eric, and Vanessa, Peter discovers that being yourself is more than enough to make real friends. This heartwarming story explores the...

Send us a text In this imaginative and educational episode of Henry’s Library, Henry and his friends, Vanessa and Eric, open their healthy lunchboxes—only to be met with groans from Eric and Vanessa. But with the help of Henry’s magical feather bookmark, the trio embarks on an adventure to the land of the giants, where they meet Gary, a kind-hearted giant trying to revive a neglected community garden. Together, they learn the basics of composting, watering, and how sunlight helps plants grow,...

Send us a text We're back with a series of four special episodes to wrap up season 3. In this delicious episode of Henry's Library, Henry and his friends Vanessa and Eric turn their afternoon playdate into an exciting kitchen showdown! Inspired by a new cookbook, the trio asks their parents if they can host a friendly cooking competition—and the answer is yes! With the adults' help for safety, the kids dive into three rounds: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. As the rounds continue, the fri...

Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Henry’s Library, Henry and his friends gather for a special Juneteenth celebration filled with delicious food, meaningful stories, and powerful history. With the help of Mrs. Simon and Grandma Andrews, the kids learn why red foods are so crucial during Juneteenth and discover the legacy of James Hemings. As they explore the roots of the holiday, they also deepen their understanding of freedom, resilience, and the strength of Black traditions. ...

Send us a text Have you ever wondered how food can bridge cultures and connect us to our roots? Join us as we uncover the delectable secrets of Henry's family heritage, where a simple school assignment turns into a magical culinary adventure. Inspired by his grandmother and the enchanting story "Plantains Go With Everything" by Lissette Norman, Henry embarks on a quest at the local library, leading him and his grandmother into a world where the aromas of plantains weave tales of tradition and...

Send us a text We're excited to share today's adventure, Henry's Space Adventure. Visit our website for free activities and to learn more about the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today's episode: "The Night Owl Goes to Space" by Kim C. Lee This podcast is a production of What is Black. Created by Dr. Ashaunta Anderson and Dr. Jacqueline Douge Episode written by Jacqueline Douge Music: Snap Happy by Shane Ivers-https://www.silvermansound.com Sound design a...

Send us a text We're excited to share today's adventure, The Courageous Quest. Visit our website for free activities and to learn more about the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today's episode: 'Etta Invincible' by Reese Eschmann This podcast is a production of What is Black. Created by Dr. Ashaunta Anderson and Dr. Jacqueline Douge Episode written by Jacqueline Douge Music: Snap Happy by Shane Ivers-https://www.silvermansound.com Sound design and editing:...

Send us a text We're excited to share today's adventure, A Rockin' Adventure Visit our website for free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: 'Jada Jones Rock Star' by Kelly Staring Lyons This podcast is a production of What is Black. Created by Dr. Ashaunta Anderson and Dr. Jacqueline Douge Episode written by Jacqueline Douge Music: Snap Happy by Shane Ivers-https://www.silvermansound.com Sound desi...

Send us a text We're excited to share today's adventure Friends and Robots. In this episode, Henry and friends embark on an exciting journey filled with friendship, new discoveries, and the amazing world of robotics. Visit our website for free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: 'Maya and the Robot' by Eve Ewing. This podcast is a production of What is Black. Created by Dr. Ashaunta Anderso...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's episode The Amazing Adventures of Our Senses. In this episode, Henry and friends to embark on a journey to discover the incredible wonders of our senses. Let's join them and explore the magical world of how we experience the things around us! Visit our website for free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: "The Magnificent Makers: Riding Sound Waves" by...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's adventure Henry's Science Project. In this episode, Henry and friends are on a special mission to find inspiration for Henry's science fair project. Visit our website for free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: 'Miles Lewis Whiz Kid' by Kelly Starling Lyons This podcast is a production of What is Black. Created by Dr. Ashaunta Anderson and Dr. Jacq...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's adventure Recycled Robots. In this episode, Henry and friends to learn about recycling as a way to help the environment. Visit our website for access to free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art by J.H. Shapiro and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton This podcast is a production of What is Blac...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's adventure How Do Flowers and Vegetables Grow?. In this episode, Henry and friends learn about the similarities and differences of how flowers and vegetables grow. Visit our website for access to free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: The Ugly Vegetables by Grace Lin This podcast is a production of What is Black. Created by Dr. Ashaunta Anderson and Dr. ...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's adventure Scientists Ask Questions. In this episode, Henry and friends learn about the scientific method to help them solve a mystery. Visit our website for access to free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: ADA TWIST, SCIENTIST by Andrea Beaty and illustrated by David Roberts Text quoted for Henry's Library From ADA TWIST, SCIENTIST by Andrea Beaty...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's adventure Color Me Rainbow. In this episode, Henry and his friends investigate books to learn more about rainbows. Visit our website for access to free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: All the Colors of the Rainbow by Allan Fowler Green is a Chile Pepper by Roseann Greenfield Thong, Illustrated by John Parra This podcast is a production of What...

Send us a text We're excited to share's today's adventure Fly Like A Bird. In this episode, Henry and his friends investigate books to learn more about how Birdie flies. Visit our website for access to free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: Baby Loves Aerospace Engineering! by Ruth Spiro Kite Flying by Grace Lin Thank you to Ad Astra Media for sponsoring this episode. This podcast is a production of...

Send us a text Hey! Today launches the first episode of Henry's Library! We're excited to share's today's adventure The Feather Bookmark. In this episode, Henry and his friends investigate books to learn more about seeing planets and stars. Visit our website for access to free activities and to learn more the topics and books mentioned in this episode. Books mentioned in today’s episode: Bright Sky, Starry City by Uma Krishnaswami, Illustrated by: Aimée Sicuro Hidd...

Send us a text From What is Black comes our newest podcast for kids. Welcome to Henry’s Library. Henry, our hero, loves to read and explore the world around him with his pet friends, Dogbear, Curry and Birdie. With a feather bookmark that magically brings books to life, they use books to help find answers to questions and learn about interesting topics. Join us for Henry and his friends’ adventures and the magic they find in reading books. Music: Snap Happy by Shane Ivers - https://www.silve...