Twas The Night Before Christmas: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

A magical Christmas poem written long ago by Clement C. Moore captured the magic of a holiday all children hold dear.  Not only are the names of Santa’s reindeer mentioned, but Santa himself is described in a robust and jolly way.  With visions of sugar plums we dedicate this old favorite to the believers, wherever they may be!  (Special Note:  In the spirit of holiday giving, we will be offering one story per week during the month of December).

 

 The Thanksgiving Stone: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Zach and Ethan were amazed that grandfather Edward has served in the infantry in France at the end of the war in Europe.  Edward was touched that these young men were captivated by the history he had lived.  It was an unusual Thanksgiving, in which the story of a small stone revealed a world of understanding between generations, and strengthened the ties that bind.

 

 Little Bunny Meets Timothy the Squirrel: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Timothy the Squirrel was a hero!  He sent a flock of birds to save Little Bunny’s Brother and Sister, when their red balloon carried them high into the sky.  (Hear all about this adventure when you listen to: The Little Bunny Who Thought For Himself, recorded earier).  In this story, Mama Bunny takes Little Bunny to meet Timothy and thank him for saving her children.  Listen now as Little Bunny makes friends with Timothy, and hears the story of how he found his name.

 

 Beauty and the Beast: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Placed under a dark spell, a royal Prince is given the appearance of a terrible beast.  The spell can only be broken by a maiden who senses his inner goodness and loves him for himself.  Beauty is repulsed at first, yet something tells her that within this beast dwells something pure and good.  Listen to her tale of discovery!

 

 Little Bunny and the Hummingbird: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Little Bunny and Bobolink Bird knew that mother hummingbird had built a nest.  Where could it be?  What was inside it?  Would Little Bunny be able to see the eggs hatch and the little birds learn to fly?  Listen now to our story and find out.

 

 The Four Skillful Brothers: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Listen to this classic tale by The Brothers Grimm and find out how the skills that four brothers have mastered, become very useful when a mighty dragon captures a princess. Hear how they must join forces to save her, relying on each other, to rescue the princess from the beast of flames and thunder.

 

 Cinderella: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In this older version of the classic tale of Cinderella, a mother’s last words will guide a young daughter through the difficult times ahead, urging her to “always bear hardship and ill-treatment with patience and kindness, for then happiness will be your lot in the end.” She receives help from the realm of magic, but the real power to rise above her misfortune comes from the wisdom of her mother’s words. Listen now to how Cinderella journeys from ashes to royalty.

 

 Little Bunny Learns Patience: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

What’s gotten into Little Bunny?  He is in a great big rush and can not wait for what he wants, especially when his father plants carrots in the garden.  He wants them to grow right away! Fast, so he can eat them!  However, Little Bunny will find out that nature is patient and takes time. Listen to what he learns.

 

 Little Bunny's New Treasure: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

One day Little Bunny found a lucky penny, or so he thought. But soon his friends were arguing about how it should be used and Little Bunny was not happy. Lucky for him that wise Mr. Owl was there to show him a real treasure, his own imagination! See how a very special gift made Little Bunny happy and saved the day!