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The magical boy, Peter Pan, asks Wendy to fly with him to Neverland to tell stories to the Lost Boys.  But Wendy must first learn how to fly, so Peter explains the secret of soaring through the stars, and they lift into the night sky!  Enjoy this excerpt from J. M. Barrie’s marvelous tale of a child who never wanted to grow up.

 

 Jack and the Beanstalk: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

“You traded our cow for those foolish beans”, Jack’s mother cried.   She threw them out the window and sent Jack to bed. In the morning Jack woke up to see an amazing beanstalk that had grown overnight outside his window.  He had to find out what was at the top.  Perhaps there was a treasure or an unexpected adventure in the clouds above.  Listen and find out!

 

 Standard Podcast: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Ebenezer Scrooge woke up on Christmas morning like a child in wonder.  Gone were the nightly ghosts of Christmas past, present and future who had revealed to Scrooge the sorry fate of his miserly life.  Now, on a new day, Scrooge had merry Christmas on his lips and joy in his heart.  He was a man re-born.  We proudly present the concluding chapter of Charles Dickens beloved holiday masterpiece.   As Tiny Tim said ” God Bless us, every one!”

Happy Holidays to every one from The Story Home!

 

 Thanksgiving on Grandfather's Farm: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Thanksgiving is so much fun on Grandfather’s farm.  There are so many places to explore, such as barns and pastures and a kitchen that smells of thanksgiving delights!  This is what Mr. and Mrs. Grey’s grandchildren looked forward to, when they stepped off the train for a visit that they would never forget, as our story will show on this wonderful old fashioned Thanksgiving in the country.

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

 

 The Emperor and the Nightingale: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

“Bring me the Nightingale!  Make it appear before the court!  Command it to sing for me”, declares a mighty Emperor!  Yet neither power nor wealth will move the heart of a creature who sings only for love.  Come with us to ancient China where this delicate tale will delight your ears…

HOORAY!  The Story Home website has been selected for inclusion in the American Library Association’s Great Websites for Kids.  What a wonderful honor.  Many thanks to those who submitted our name.

 

 Thumbelina: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Where has tiny Thumbelina gone?   A sweet and delicate child, only an inch in height, was lost in a great big world for a time.  Some creatures gave her comfort and others held her captive, until at last she found happiness in an enchanted land.  Hans Andersen’s beloved tail shows the fate of a tiny spirit that is brought by good fortune to a happier place.

 

 The Poor Man and the Rich Man: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

If you could have any wish come true, what would you wish for?  Would you wish for a world of riches, blessings for your family or abundant health?   In this story,  a poor man and a rich man are each given three wishes, with very different results!  Let us listen to their choices and learn what they bring.

 

 Snow White: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

A child of unsurpassed beauty is born, but soon after her loving mother tragically passes away.  Her father marries an evil queen who plots night and day to rid herself of the beautiful girl so that she will be “the fairest one of all. ” Be careful, Snow White!  Strangers who come bearing gifts are not always so friendly.

Note: The Story Home is aware that the old fairy tales tell of some awfully unpleasant step-mothers, but the ones we know of are pretty awesome!

 

 The Glass Mountain: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

A glass mountain kept brave knights from reaching a lofty palace in which dwelled a beautiful but sad princess…until a young man with fearless innocence scaled its slippery heights.  Would he succeed?  Would he survive the winged guardian of the castle?  Find out in this thrilling tale!    (Note to parents: This story may be a a little too vivid for very small listeners before bedtime

 

 The Steadfast Tin Soldier: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

A brave tin soldier falls in love with a paper doll ballerina and then falls out of an open window!  Hans Christian Andersen’s story of The Steadfast Tin Soldier portrays a perilous journey full of many surprises until we come full round to a touching ending. Come learn about the secret world of toys  from the pen of the Danish master who was able to see the world  through the eyes of a child and the heart of a poet. Our storyteller is ready now, so let the story begin!