Storytime Anytime

The Land of the Mermaids is a magical place found at the bottom of the ocean. There are sandcastles, trees made of coral, and mermaids that play all day riding on seahorses. Let’s find out what happens when a new mermaid comes out of her shell and looks very different than all the other mermaids. Will she be accepted? Children will learn about diversity and celebrate that differences make us all unique and special. Kids will learn about seahorses and what makes this animal so incredible. Did you know that the male seahorse is the only animal species on Earth that carries and delivers the babies? In the song “Male Seahorses Do Amazing Things,” young learners will learn fun facts about seahorses. Songs and stories will engage kids as they learn important life skills about diversity that shares a positive focus that everyone is unique and should be accepted and celebrated. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music makes learning Spanish words and phrases easy and fun! Children will learn numbers to twenty, animal names, family member names, food names, and ocean animal names in Spanish. Each word is clearly enunciated in English and then repeated in Spanish. Fun music will incorporate the learned words in a fun, sing-along song. There are so many cognitive benefits of learning a foreign language including improved memory, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, enhanced concentration, and better listening skills. Start young children off right by introducing simple Spanish words with fun songs and they will fall in love with learning a new language. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listening to stories before bedtime has been a family tradition for many years. So, grab a blanket, snuggle your favorite teddy bear, and listen to these engaging stories about seven teddy bear friends. Find out what happens when a little girl falls asleep, and her room becomes an adventure when her teddy bears come to life. Sweet stories and calming lullabies will have little ones calm falling asleep in no time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Music makes learning Spanish words and phrases easy and fun! Children will learn the alphabet, counting from 1-10, color words, the days of the week, weather words, and more! Each word is clearly enunciated in English and then repeated in Spanish. Fun music will incorporate the learned words in a fun, sing-along song. There are so many cognitive benefits of learning a foreign language including improved memory, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, enhanced concentration, and better listening skills. Start young children off right by introducing simple Spanish words with fun songs and they will fall in love with learning a new language. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be a good friend? How do you make new friends? What are some ways you can show kindness to your friends? Kids will learn that being a good friend means being encouraging, helpful, kind, trustworthy, and being a good listener. They will learn about the Golden Rule—Treat others as you would like others to treat you. Stories about friendship and showing kindness will give kids practical life examples, so they can foster healthy relationships. Fun songs will encourage kids to celebrate differences and learn that everyone is special and unique. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What animal has no arms, legs, or eyes? Some people think this animal is gross, but it is so important to our ecosystem. Can you guess? They’re EARTHWORMS! Kids will learn how earthworms move, what they eat, where they live, how they breathe, and how they help our environment. Kids will learn fun facts about these amazing animals, too! Did you know if an earthworm’s tail is cut off, it will grow back? This is called regeneration. Earthworms can crawl both forward and backward in the soil. And, earthworms are not male or female, but both. Fun, silly songs about worms will engage kids while they learn why earthworms are incredible animals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’ll never guess what happens when an old woman makes a gingerbread man for her husband’s supper. In this silly, classic story, the Gingerbread Man outruns everyone in the town except for one sly fox. Then fun sound effects help tell the story of a hungry wolf that is determined to eat three little pigs for his dinner. Fortunately, the pigs outsmart the wicked wolf as a surprise ending to this classic tale unfolds. Kids will learn fun and interesting facts about pigs. . . like they are one of the most intelligent animals in the world. Pigs can be taught basic commands, perform tricks, and even use tools. Fact and fiction combine, along with an “At the Farm” sing-along, to entertain little learners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What animal can’t burp, vomit, or recognize the color red? Horses! Kids learn what horses eat, how baby horses grow, how they communicate, and fun facts about these magnificent creatures. Did you know a horse breathes through its nose because it can’t breathe through its mouth? Or, that a baby horse, called a foal, can run shortly after being born? Kids will learn that a horse is measured in hands from the ground to the top of its shoulders, called the withers, and why horses need shoes. This fact-filled learning adventure will have everyone shouting, “I Love Horses!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The night before the first day of school can be a little scary. But with cute stories and fun sing-along songs those “night before jitters” will calm young minds and get them excited for the first day of school. Kids will meet Meme, a little furry monster and learn about her adventures on her first day at school. Then they will listen to a funny story about “show and tell” and find out what happens when one student’s pet snake gets out of the box. Finally, kids will sing songs and learn about the qualities of being a “good” friend. Learning about showing kindness, taking turns, being helpful, and appreciating each other’s differences will encourage kids to learn about friendship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What makes an insect an insect? You might be surprised to learn that spiders are NOT insects. Kids learn that insects belong to a special group of animals called arthropods. Most insects have six jointed legs and three body parts. While a person’s skeleton is on the inside of the body, an insect’s skeleton is on the outside. Did you know that insects don’t have teeth? Instead, they have special mouths that help them to eat. Kids will learn about the fascinating praying mantis, about the exciting job on an entomologist, and why insects are so important to our world! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kids will learn about the fierce “King of the tyrant lizards,” Tyrannosaurus rex, and interesting facts about this famous dinosaur. Sing-along, engaging songs will teach kids about the exciting career of a paleontologist, what tools are needed to go on a dinosaur dig, and how fossils are formed. They will learn about different theories why scientists believe dinosaurs became extinct, and over 100 different dinosaur facts. Young scientists will be encouraged to do well in school and study a variety of science-related subjects for an exciting future career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What animal can climb trees, stand up on its hind legs, is a good swimmer, and an excellent hunter? You guessed it—BEARS! Kids will learn where bears live, what they eat, and why they rest all winter. Then they will meet the most famous bears of all time—Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby bear in the classic fairy tale featuring a curious girl named Goldilocks. Songs and stories will entertain little ones as fact and fiction are combined for a fun learning adventure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kids will learn important safety rules to help them make good choices to keep them safe. They will learn about the “buddy system,” what to do if they get separated from their parents in a public place, and about the “check first” rule before going to a friend’s house. Fun sing-along songs will encourage children to make responsible choices and help parents and teachers discuss with them safety precautions to keep them safe and sound. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do if you woke up one morning and discovered a giant beanstalk growing outside your window? Would you climb to the top? Kids will listen to a classic tale of a curious boy named Jack who encounters a hungry giant. What will happen when Jack takes the giant’s precious goose that lays golden eggs? This magical fairy tale along with sing-along songs will entertain listeners as they learn fun facts about geese and play the musical game of “Duck, Duck, Goose! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s HOP into learning about bunnies with classic stories, sing-along songs, and a few bunny jokes! Kids will learn the difference between a bunny and a rabbit, learn what bunnies like to eat, where bunnies live, and why bunnies are considered athletic animals. They will learn fascinating facts like a rabbit’s teeth never stop growing, and that rabbits are social animals and live in groups called a “fluffle.” The beautiful story of "The Velveteen Rabbit" will have little ones snuggling with their favorite stuffed animal and enjoying everything there is to learn about bunnies! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would it be like swimming with a Viperfish, or hiding from a hungry Barracuda? Kids learn that there are over 30,000 different kinds of fish that live all over the world. Some fish live in salt water while others live in fresh water. There are even fish that can live in both. Kids will learn fascinating facts like the Great Barracuda can swim up to 36 mph and can grow to more than 5 feet long and weigh more than 100 pounds. They also will learn what all fish have in common, how they catch their food, protect themselves from predators, and how they grow up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s take a trip to Old MacDonald’s Farm and learn about the animals that live there. From horses that “neigh” to cows that “moo,” all the animals in unison say “e-i-e-i, o!” Kids will meet Tiger the farm cat in an adorable story about how a Mouse Family works together to outsmart Mrs. Clampton’s newest pet. Then young cat lovers will meet Mother Cat and her two very different kittens in “The Scaredy-Cat Kitten.” Lively songs and engaging sound effects will entertain kids in this animal extravaganza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kids learn about the different types of wolves, where they live, what they eat, and how baby wolves, called pups—grow up. Wolves are known for their howl. But did you know a wolf’s howl can be heard from over 6 miles or 10 kilometers away? Kids will learn fascinating facts about these smart, wild animals and then meet a fictitious wolf in the classic tale of “Little Red Riding Hood.” A happy ending unfolds, as fact and fiction combine to make an exciting learning adventure for everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s take a trip to the continent of Africa and learn how mommy animals take care of their babies, and many interesting facts like how a baby zebra recognizes its mother right after it is born. Kids will learn about lions, warthogs, rhinos, elephants, hippos, gazelles, cheetahs, baboons, and more! From learning about the Nile crocodile, to the difference between a crocodile and alligator, young animal lovers will want to head out into the jungle to learn even more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What would you do to have the BEST Day Ever? Would you play outside with your friends and then watch a movie and eat popcorn? Or go to the park, swing on the swings, and then climb to the top of the monkey bars? Kids will meet the Baker Family and find out what happens when they plan a fun day together. Then they will follow the adventures of Zach, a young boy who decides to skip breakfast to start his day. Silly songs and stories will give plenty of ideas to wake up and have the BEST Day Ever! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices