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The Gingerbread Man

The Storyteller — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 23:45:09 +0000

A little Gingerbread Man leaps out of the oven and runs away from the women who baked him, boasting that he will never be caught! He begins his adventure by running from the women, her husband and an assortment of people and animals, until he encounters a very clever fox with a sweet tooth for cookies. The fox offers to carry him across a deep river, but is he being helpful or does he have something else in mind? Find out what happens in this adventurous beloved English folktale as the Gingerbread Man runs as fast as he can!

The Three Spinners

The Storyteller — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:02:06 +0000

A poor young maid who hated to spin yarn was whisked away by a cunning queen, who challenged her to sit at the wheel and spin rooms and rooms of flax. She was in tears until three strange but skillful ladies came to her window. Listen to how her fate was changed and everyone found their proper places in the end!

Three Billy Goats Gruff

The Storyteller — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 19:42:07 +0000

A mean troll lives under the bridge that the three billy goats must cross to reach the green and delicious grass they love to eat. What will they do? Here is a classic story from Norway about outsmarting and getting the better of those who bully us. Are the goats more powerful or are they smarter than the troll who threatens? You be the judge as the beloved tale unfolds. Clip clop, clip clop….here come the billy goats!

The Velveteen Rabbit

The Storyteller — Mon, 23 May 2011 00:15:39 +0000

The Velveteen Rabbit listened as the Skin Horse, the oldest nursery room toy, spoke with great wisdom. He explained what it meant when a toy changed into something REAL. It took time and patience, but most of all it took the love of someone who cared. Learn how the little brown Velveteen Rabbit changes from a shabby toy to something very special in this beloved classic story.

Jason and the Golden Fleece

The Storyteller — Sun, 16 May 2010 08:10:29 +0000

Jason, a young hero, is helped by a mysterious sorceress to win the fabled golden fleece. This prize will go to a future king. Rough waters, dark forests, and a hideous dragon will stand in young Jason’s way. Will he triumph or fail? This excerpt from the ancient tale will reveal his struggle and suggest his future.

Little Bunny Asks Why

The Storyteller — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:46:57 +0000

Little Bunny is very curious about a lot of things, asking questions of everyone in his family. One question is very personal, and he saves this one for Grandpa bunny. Let’s join Little Bunny as he searches for answers.

The Frog Prince

The Storyteller — Sun, 24 May 2009 02:58:59 +0000

A royal frog you say? Perhaps, but our young princess will never believe it until she is helped by the lowly creature, who, with charm and cunning, wins her heart and saves the day. Never judge a book by its cover or a frog by its skin!

A Mothers Day Breakfast in Bed

The Storyteller — Fri, 08 May 2009 04:20:05 +0000

Was Mom surprised! She had no idea that Phillip and Juliana had secretly prepared a wonderful breakfast in the kitchen for her. Yet, this day had started out with a great disappointment and a lot of rain. Discover how the magic of Mother’s Day brought out the best in a boy and girl, and happiness to a grateful mother.

King Midas and the Golden Touch

The Storyteller — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 02:06:16 +0000

King Midas has a golden touch, but this is not necessarily a good thing. The power came from the fairy realms and gave him riches beyond his wildest dreams! Yet, all this wealth did not make him happy. How could this be? Find out in Alan Scofield’s unique re-telling of the ancient tale of a foolish king who became wise through a hard lesson.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit

The Storyteller — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 06:51:36 +0000

In Beatrix Potter’s enchanted world we meet a curious but sometimes naughty rabbit named Peter, who lives with his brothers and sisters in a little sandbank under the root of a large tree near the woods. His wise mother tries to warn her bunny children about the danger of visiting Mr. McGregor’s vegetable garden. Did Peter listen to her? Find out what comes of too much curiousity in The Tale of Peter Rabbit.