Storytime with Dad

A pup and her accident-prone best friend go on adventures to the Wild Wood. I sure hope they manage to stay safe! The lesson: Great friends can sometimes complement one another

A boy named Charlie discovers that he has a super power! Do you think he'll become a super hero... or a super villain? Listen to find out! The lesson: We all have a super power inside of us to discover. See the transcript here

Sparky the dragon was born under amazing circumstances which imbued him a special magic powers. But, it turns out, being special made it really hard for him to to make friends. What can he do to finally find some friends in the kingdom? The lesson: Kindness and generosity can make the world a better place. See the transcript here

After Santa loses his memory from a falling toy, Mrs. Claus and Tinsel, the lead elf, face a race against time to restore his memories using familiar objects and his favorite carol. Tune in to discover if they can reignite Santa's memory and save Christmas in this heartwarming yet thrilling story. The lesson: Show someone you love, that you love them See the transcript here

In a mystical forest, Luna, a unique unicorn with a rainbow-colored coat, wanders alone, feeling different from the creatures around her. Longing for someone like her, Luna explores the forest, discovering new wonders and learning about the magic within her. The lesson: Don't be afraid to explore See the transcript here

In the quiet town of Sleepy Hollow, schoolteacher Ichabod Crane finds himself entangled in mysterious and eerie events surrounding a local legend. As he navigates life in this peculiar town, he discovers that some tales might have more truth to them than he ever imagined. The lesson: Respect the legends of your elders. See the transcript here

Join us today as we follow a boy with an insatiable urge to run, from the fields of his youth to the mysterious shadows of Arequipa's volcanoes. In the face of doubters and imposing challenges, will determination be enough? Dive in and discover a tale of heart, dreams, and the mountains we all face. The lesson: Believe in yourself and your abilities, even if others doubt you. --- Learn more about the book and Jared's adventures: https://jaredstyan.com/books Buy the book (Australia): https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/0646856820 Buy the book (US): https://www.amazon.com/dp/0646856820

Tommy, a newcomer to the magical Sidney Town, is guided by a crab to Sidney the sea monster's cave after neglecting an opportunity to help someone. Through a seemingly tedious task, he learns a profound lesson about helping others, returning to the town to a warm welcome, his new understanding cemented by a dolphin charm on his bracelet. The lesson: Kindness adds up over time See the transcript here

Embark on a journey with Rosie and her unicorn friend, Sparkles, as they venture into the mysterious Darkwood Forest to save their beloved village. The lesson: Be kind to everyone because it makes the world a better place to be. See the transcript here

Ebenezer Scrooge is a wicked old man who only loves money. Through the intervention of 3 Christmas ghosts he learns that there is alot more to life than money! Can he finally become a good person, or will he remain set in his ways? The lesson: Loving one another is more important than how much money we have. See the transcript here

A country mouse visits his mouse friend in the city and learns about all the delicious foods available in the city! Unfortunately, it turns out that all the delicious food comes with a price - what is a country mouse to do! The lesson: Be thankful for what you have. See the transcript here

A scary old lady lives near a village, but she seems to have the ability to solve all the townspeople's problems! One day, a terrifying beast appears - will the old lady help or is there more to the story than meets the eye? The lesson: Face your fears head on! See the transcript here

A man in a yellow hat meets a monkey and becomes best friends. The monkey is curious about everything though! I wonder what he'll get into? The lesson: When you try new things, it's good to have an adult around. See the transcript here --- Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

An old wood carver whittles himself a wooden doll that comes to life! But, Pinocchio wants to be a real boy and not a wooden doll. Can he figure out what he has to do for his dad, Gepetto, to finally have a real son? The lesson: Be your most authentic self by telling the truth and being kind to others. See the transcript here --- Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

A king has a magical device, but it gets stolen by a thief! Does the thief have any idea what he's doing, or is he going to accidentally change the world forever? I think this could be the start of a catastrophe. The lesson: Don't steal things that don't belong to you. See the transcript here --- Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

Santa Claus goes on a hike and falls asleep. When he wakes up, he is surrounded by his forest friends who ask him about his Christmas plans. Santa then shares the meaning of Christmas with them all through the retelling of his own favorite Christmas story. The lesson: Not everything has to be serious all the time, have some fun with the holidays. See the transcript here --- Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

Why is the Poinsettia our favorite flower at Christmas time? Well, there is a legend that explains it… The lesson: Giving someone a gift is about showing love. See the transcript here --- Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

A king is in love with gold, and is granted the power to turn whatever he touches into gold! This is great! Isn't it? The story of King Midas is a great one for Thanksgiving or anytime we want to reflect on what we're grateful for in life. It's important to count our blessings and remember all the things we have to be thankful for. The lesson: Be thankful for what you have. See the transcript here --- Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

Another Halloween episode! The Vault is a creepy story about a boy who works in a graveyard and accidentally gets locked inside one of the old tombs. It was inspired by an old horror story by HP Lovecraft called "In the Vault". Not too scary for younger audiences, but definitely a little creepy. Probably scarier for parents! The lesson: You are stronger and smarter than you realize. See the transcript here Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com

A Halloween episode: two girls are left home alone and decide to play hide and seek. As they look for places to hide around the house, they discover that they may not be all alone after all! Not too scary, fun for all ages! The lesson: Always take care of your siblings. See the transcript here Join the Kids Club for FREE to read along and get fun activities to download at: storytimewithdad.com