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The listenership responded splendidly over the years with millions of downloads flooding out to scores of countries. - [About the Scofields](https://thestoryhome.com/media/about-the-scofields/) - Alan Scofield Arts Educator, Author, Storyteller, Nationally known Master Teacher of Dance and Founding Director of Young Imaginations Arts Education Agency. Alan Scofield, President and co-founder of Purple Button Media, LLC and The Story Home wears many hats in his work. He has been called the “Danny Kaye of the North Bay” because of his - [Awards](https://thestoryhome.com/media/awards/) - Coming soon! - [Audio and Video](https://thestoryhome.com/media/audio-and-video/) - Coming soon! ## Products - [Jack and the Beanstalk](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/jack-and-the-beanstalk/) - "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 - [The Little Bunny Who Thought For Himself](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-little-bunny-who-thought-for-himself/) - Here is an original story about a little bunny who learns how to make the right choices all by himself. Should he follow his brother and sister everywhere they go, or should he take his time to think for himself? Listen and find out what he did. This is the first story of our "Little - [Cinderella](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/cinderella/) - 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 - [Sunshine Stories](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/sunshine-stories/) - The wind and the rain were hollering and blowing about the world and the bright sunshine broke through to silence them. The sunshine began to tell them a most beautiful story about the golden Swan of Fortune whose gifts to people were as kind and generous as Spring is to winter. Hear for yourself her - [Tom Thumb](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/tom-thumb/) - A boy no bigger than a thumb? The great Merlin himself used his limitless magic to create a tiny child, rewarding the prayers of a farmer and his wife who desired a little son all their own. Little indeed! His unusual adventures were the tallest of tales that we shall learn of in this fanciful - [The Three Little Pigs](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-three-little-pigs/) - This is a classic folktale of the importance of being prepared and thinking ahead. In this story, a bad wolf huffs and he puffs and he blows the little pigs houses down, all except the smart little pig who is a wise builder and a clever planner. He won't be caught...not by hair of his - [The Thanksgiving Storyteller](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-thanksgiving-storyteller/) - An original Thanksgiving tale about your storyteller, Alan. It is a story of how he began the career of storytelling when he was seventeen years old. Hear about his memories of a Thanksgiving long ago in California, where a moment of inspiration lasted a lifetime. Be sure to also enjoy these three Thanksgiving stories, right - [Alice In Wonderland Chapter 1](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/alice-in-wonderland-chapter-1/) - Alice is surprised by a white rabbit that runs past her, saying he is late for an important appointment. She chases him down a deep and bottomless rabbit hole, beginning one of the most celebrated children’s stories ever written. Deep below the earth is a magical and “out of the way” place called wonderland, full - [Pandora's Box](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/pandoras-box/) - Poor Pandora! She had to learn the hard way. Even though she was warned not to do so, she opened a mysterious and forbidden box and let loose all manner of troubles trapped within it. Now what could she do? Find out the secret that was hidden inside the mysterious box that offered a glimmer - [Little Bird Learns About Giving Thanks](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bird-learns-about-giving-thanks/) - Little Bird was upset when the pushy seagulls came to his picnic and stole all the crumbs off the ground leaving nothing for him and his mom. When the seagulls finally left, something wonderful and unexpected happened... - [The Boy Who Felt No Fear](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-boy-who-felt-no-fear/) - This Halloween we have a special children's story by The Brothers Grimm about a boy who was so fearless that nothing could make him afraid! Wherever he went he searched for SOMETHING that would make him shudder. Gather round as this scary tale takes us on a journey of ghosts and gallows, haunted castles and - [The Peasant's Wise Daughter](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-peasants-wise-daughter/) - A very wise but poor peasant girl discovers a golden treasure on her farm and is sent on an adventure that will change her life forever and test her clever mind. Listen to how the King challenges her to solve a riddle, which enables her to save her father and become Queen. - [The Twelve Dancing Princesses](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-twelve-dancing-princesses/) - The mystery of twelve Princesses, locked in their bedroom at night, must be solved! The reward is great, offered by their father, the King. He must find out why it is that every night his daughters dancing slippers are completely worn out. A soldier passing through the kingdom hears of the mystery and ventures to - [Beauty and the Beast](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/beauty-and-the-beast/) - 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 - [Stone Soup, a pot of milk and warm bread](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/stone-soup-a-pot-of-milk-and-warm-bread/) - Food is the inspiration of our three beloved folk tales from long ago. The promise of soup makes the villager's mouth water in the tale of Stone Soup, dreams of love make a Milk Maid careless with her Pot of Milk, and a Baker and a Money Lender argue over the price of a smell. - [Little Mo and the Ball of Silence](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-mo-and-the-ball-of-silence/) - Little Mo, the city mouse, slept on a melted chocolate bar over a heater in an old pizza factory. It was very cozy! Each day he could not wait to look for the hundreds of treasures lying on the sidewalks. One day he found something very odd. "What's this?" he asked himself. "I hear a - [Little Bunny Learns Patience](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bunny-learns-patience/) - What's gotten into Little Bunny? He is in a 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, so he can eat them now! However, Little Bunny will find out that nature is patient and takes time. Listen - [Little Bunny's New Treasure](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bunnys-new-treasure/) - One day Little Bunny found a lucky penny, or so he thought. 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 - [Little Bunny Asks Why](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bunny-asks-why/) - 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. If you like this Little Bunny story, you might like the six other Little Bunny stories - [Fingertip Tale Method](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/stories-at-your-fingertips/) - How to Make Up a Story Here is an easy way to create an original story with your child's participation. There are five essential parts that you can remember by using your fingertips as a guide. Alan, your storyteller, has created this method and will tell you all about it with an example at the - [Father's Day, True North](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/fathers-day-true-north/) - Jack had the perfect Father's Day gift, a brand new compass for his dad. He had saved his earnings by cutting lawns and doing odd jobs and purchased it. He and his dad had planned to spend a special Father's Day together and he hoped they would use the compass on a hike, like real - [The Poor Man and the Rich Man](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-poor-man-and-the-rich-man/) - 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 - [The Golden Fish](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-golden-fish/) - A poor fisherman spares the life of a golden fish and in return the fish promises to grant him a wish. The Fisherman wonders what he might wish for as he considers the magical powers of this magical creature from the deep blue sea. His wife soon has many of her own ideas and as the - [King Midas and the Golden Touch](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/king-midas-and-the-golden-touch/) - 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 - [The Gingerbread Man](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-gingerbread-man/) - 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 - [A lesson learned at Hanukkah](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/a-lesson-learned-at-hanukkah/) - Hanukkah came and a difficult lesson was learned by two neighbors. Raziella and Fruma, struggled to make peace with themselves, and with each other, after a troubling incident. Would they be wise or foolish? It would take the eight days of Hanukkah for an answer to come. We will learn of this in an old - [Sleeping Beauty in the Woods](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/sleeping-beauty-in-the-woods/) - Under a spell, a beautiful young princess lies upon a golden bed, asleep for a hundred years. She waits for a prince, who is destined to find her and awaken her to a true and timeless love. Will he find her? Will he pass safely through the dark, mysterious woods that hide her ancient castle? - [The Emerald Fairy Part 3: Where two worlds touch](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-emerald-fairy-part-3-where-two-worlds-touch/) - The Famous Sir Arthur Grenville arrives in a limousine, surrounded by reporters and fans. Why has he come? Is it Emerald Fairy magic? Will Elizabeth stay in San Francisco? The Emerald Fairy odyssey concludes. Thank you to Radhika Miller for her lovely music from her "Gems of Grace" album. - [The Conceited Apple Branch](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-conceited-apple-branch/) - A snobby apple blossom branch thinks that dandelion flowers are plain and unattractive, until a young countess teaches him the real meaning of beauty and a lesson in humility. After all, dandelions are said to have the power of making wishes come true. Could there be anything more beautiful? - [Chuggy and the Blue Caboose plus Lydia's Story](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/chuggy-and-the-blue-caboose-plus-lydias-story/) - Chuggy, a little steam engine, comes to the rescue of the Great Silver Streamliner in this classic story about a dedicated old-fashioned steam engine that fearlessly saves the day and brings happiness to a cute little Blue Caboose named Lucy. This tale was the first of a long line of wonderful stories, beloved for generations, - [Come Again Pelican](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/come-again-pelican/) - A delightful summer vacation story about a boy on a sandy beach who tries to catch his first fish with the help of a wise old pelican. The Author, Don Freeman is most noted for his “Corduroy” stories. If you like this Don Freeman story, there are 9 others to listen to. You can find - [The Velveteen Rabbit](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-velveteen-rabbit/) - 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 - [Flash The Dash](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/flash-the-dash/) - A rather sleepy little Dachshund named Flash is asked by Sashay, his mate, to be productive and find a job to earn a living. The little dog tries delivering telegrams around town and does very well until one day he gets the surprise of his life when he discovers a telegram addressed to him! Listen - [Hattie The Backstage Bat](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/hattie-the-backstage-bat/) - Hattie, is a bat that lives secretly in the deep dark shadows of the great Lyceum theater. Only Mr. Collins, the stage doorman, knew she was there. One night Hattie became famous to everyone in a way no one could plan and everyone enjoyed. A little star with wings is born! This story is usually - [Tilly Witch](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/tilly-witch/) - In this delightful Don Freeman story, It is almost Halloween, and Tilly Witch has a serious problem. Happy and cheerful, dancing and giggling, she feels kindly toward everyone. How can she hope to frighten anyone when she doesn’t feel the least bit wicked? Hear how Tilly tries to regain her mean ways, just in time - [Cyrano the Crow](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/cyrano-the-crow/) - Cyrano, a crow with a large bright yellow beak, lived in Farmer Ferguson's mailbox. Every morning he loved to practice his favorite bird calls while his friend Harry Scary the scarecrow listened. One night, Cyrano saw a man on TV, doing imitations of birds just like he did. Cyrano knew he could do better than - [Inspector Peckit](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/inspector-peckit/) - High atop a chimney stack, a bright-eyed pigeon named Peckit stood gazing out over the rooftops of Paris. Being a clever detective, he sensed something was wrong and flew to the window ledge of a young girl. She had lost something very important, and Peckit was determined to find it for her. He searched high - [The Turtle and the Dove](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-turtle-and-the-dove/) - The white Dove had been flying over the ocean for a long time and was growing very tired. She needed a place to rest her weary wings, but all there was, was an endless ocean. Suddenly, she spied a round tiny island. But was it an island? Hear how Dove finally finds a place to - [The Guard Mouse](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-guard-mouse/) - Clyde the guard mouse, guarded Buckingham Palace. He was proud and happy with his duties for the Queen, keeping small creatures from creeping through the openings in the Palace wall. One day, his cousins from New York City came to visit, and asked him to take them on the Grand whirlwind tour of London, which - [Goodwin The Goat](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/goodwin-the-goat/) - What has Goodwin the Goat done! He's made a colorful mess of everything and now his life has been turned upside down. Let's hear what happens as we listen to this delightful and spirited story of a goat who suddenly becomes a work of art in this brand new version by Don Freeman, children's author - [The Beggar King](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-beggar-king/) - A King too proud for his own good is taught a lesson by a wise young genii, and is condemned to wander among the poor and wretched until he discovers true kindness and humility. A hard lesson can teach even the most reluctant of kings, as we shall witness in this timeless Jewish fairy tale. - [Three Billy Goats Gruff](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/three-billy-goats-gruff/) - 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 folktale from Norway about outsmarting and getting the better of those who bully us. Are the goats more powerful or are they - [The Lad Who Went To The North Wind](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-lad-who-went-to-the-north-wind-2/) - The North Wind is a powerful thief! He steals flour from a boy’s hands in one mighty gust of air. Angry at his sudden loss, the brave lad travels to visit the North Wind, asking him for something in return for taking his flour, whereupon he receives three magical gifts. Find out what they are - [The Princess and the Pea](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-princess-and-the-pea/) - A bedraggled young lady on a rainy night knocks upon a royal door. She claims to be a Princess! Is she or isn't she? - [Jason and the Golden Fleece](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/jason-and-the-golden-fleece/) - 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 - [Dickens, A Christmas Carol](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/dickens-a-christmas-carol/) - 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 - [The Seven Ravens](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-seven-ravens/) - Listen to this tale of fantasy that tells of a little girl who travels on a journey to the ends of the earth to find her seven lost brothers who were each changed into ravens, by an accidental spell. Hear how she manages to find them, in this imaginative story by the Brothers Grimm. - [Little Bunny and the Hummingbird](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bunny-and-the-hummingbird/) - 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 watch the little birds learning to fly? Listen now to our story and find out. If you like this Little Bunny tale, be - [Goldilocks and the Three Bears](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/goldilocks-and-the-three-bears/) - Goldilocks could not help looking into the window of the three bear's home. She was so hungry, so when she saw porridge on the table, she could not help herself, the temptation was too much for her, so she went inside. Listen to what happened when the three bears came home and found Goldilocks inside! - [The Boy Who Finally Listened](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-boy-who-finally-listened/) - This original story is about a boy who is uninspired until he meets a very special storyteller. As the boy listens to the stories, a new and wonderful thing happens to him. Find out what the boy discovers and how his journey will take him across the seasons of a year. NOTE: You can also - [Santa Claus Does Not Forget](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/santa-claus-does-not-forget/) - In this darling Christmas story, Bertie found out that Santa Claus learned about his forgetfulness during the past year, and was ready to teach Bertie a lesson, when gift time came at Christmas. When Christmas morning arrived and Bertie woke to see what was in his stocking, he was surprised! Later he realized that Santa - [Thanksgiving on Grandfather's Farm](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/thanksgiving-on-grandfathers-farm/) - 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 - [Twas the Night Before Christmas](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/twas-the-night-before-christmas/) - A Christmas poem known all over the world by Clement C. Moore captures the magic of the beloved Christmas holiday. The names of Santa's reindeer mentioned and the jolly man himself is portrayed in a colorful way. We offer this old favorite to those who still listen on Christmas Eve for sleigh bells on the - [Pinocchio](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/pinocchio/) - A Little Marionette puppet carved by Gepetto the woodcarver, is young yet brave! He has many lessons to learn on his journey through the world. Listen to how the good Fairy tries to help him when he is sick with a fever. He may die if he refuses her medicine and if he lies to - [Little Mo and the box of smiles](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-mo-and-the-box-of-smiles/) - When Little Mo the city mouse was searching for tiny treasures along the busy sidewalks of Main Street, he met a fine old gentleman from Russia named Mr. Roginsky. Both Little Mo and Mr. Roginsky loved music by Mozart and became good friends. Soon they were off on an adventure to find Mr. Roginsky's lost - [The Steadfast Tin Soldier](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-steadfast-tin-soldier/) - 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 Littlest Easter Bunny](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-littlest-easter-bunny/) - This is the story of how Little Bunny became a secret Easter bunny for a sad boy who lived next door. The boy never smiled, but on Easter morning everything changed because of Little Bunny's wonderful idea. Little Bunny felt good inside when he saw what his kindness did for the boy. If you like - [Little Birds First Christmas](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-birds-first-christmas/) - Where is my brand new nest? Said Little Bird to his Mother. The little fir tree they placed it in was gone, chopped down with the others and taken away to be sold as Christmas trees. What would happen to the little nest now? Follow the story to a small log cabin on a snowy - [The Amazing Story Box Part 2: Back for the cat](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-amazing-story-box-part-2-back-for-the-cat/) - Watch out Sam! Good advice for our young hero, as he goes back though the amazing story box to the secret new world to rescue his cat, Zero. The unexpected appears at every turn as Sam makes good on his promise to help a poor boy named Charles Dickens. Part Two of our continuing adventure! - [The Ugly Duckling](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-ugly-duckling/) - Imagine how you would feel if someone called you an "ugly duckling" and people picked on you and told you that you were odd and different. What if you didn't have friends and a loving home. How terribly sad you would feel! In Hans Christian Andersen's wonderful story about growth and change, an ugly duckling, - [The Contest of the North Wind and the Sun](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-contest-of-the-north-wind-and-the-sun/) - Is the North wind more powerful than the gentle sun? The sun suggests a clever contest to settle the question. Discover a very special understanding of what it means to be powerful, as we listen to Aesop's timeless and enchanting fable. - [Pinocchio Becomes A Real Boy](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/pinocchio-becomes-a-real-boy/) - Pinocchio's father, Geppetto, was very sick, so each day Pinocchio took care of him and worked very hard to save money. Seeing how well Pinocchio cared for his father, the blue fairy knew that the little puppet's heart was truly kind and nearly human. As with many fairy tales, those who struggle to find happiness are - [The Crystal Ball](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-crystal-ball/) - An enchantress changes her two sons into an eagle and a whale in order to keep her powers to herself. But her third son, the youngest, escapes this fate and begins an amazing journey that will take him to the Castle of the Golden Sun. There he not only meets a princess but unlocks the - [Snow White](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/snow-white/) - 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 - [Puss in Boots](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/puss-in-boots/) - Puss in Boots was a fearless and clever cat, indeed! To help his poor young master, Puss put on a pair of boots, outwitted powerful ogres and conquered a world, bringing his fortunate master fame, fortune and best of all...love. - [Theseus Battles the Minotaur](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/theseus-battles-the-minotaur/) - Brave Theseus enters the labyrinth to do battle with the Minotaur, a dangerous creature half beast and half human. Will the faith of his new friend, Princess Ariadne send him good fortune, or will the wrathful power of the bull creature conquer him. We shall follow his adventure as he enters the moonlit maze. A - [Penguins Of All People](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/penguins-of-all-people/) - Do you know what “Aark aark!” means in Penguinese? These were Pengo’s farewell words to his father, when Perry Bird Penguin set off from Antarctica to New York City for a special meeting at the United Nations. Find out as you listen to this engaging tale, filled with affection for both penguins and people, that - [Little Bird Learns Mama's Wisdom](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bird-learns-mamas-wisdom/) - Little Bird is back again with a perfect story for Mother's Day. Asking question after question about growing up, he can't seem to settle down for bedtime. Thankfully, his wise Mother knows that a good story will do the trick and soon Little Bird is off to the land of dreams. If you like - [Alice In Wonderland Chapter 2](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/alice-in-wonderland-chapter-2/) - As we continue with Alice's adventures in Wonderland in this second chapter, "The Pool of Tears", we find her having a very difficult time being so many sizes. She also meets a mouse, who like herself, is caught in a very large pool of salt water. Listen now and hear how Alice is handling her - [How The Whale Got His Throat](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/how-the-whale-got-his-throat/) - Oh no! A little fish has met a great big hungry whale and is afraid he will be eaten! But soon he finds a brilliant way to save his life by distracting the mighty whale. The tiny fish might be small but his cleverness is a mighty thing indeed. Listen to this wonderful classic children's - [The Kings Thanksgiving](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-kings-thanksgiving/) - The Kings messenger searched everywhere for one child who truly understood the meaning of Thanksgiving. Many fine and successful families competed for the honor, but the King's messenger was not satisfied with any of the children he saw, for they, "were not ready". Then at last he came upon a small child who held in - [The Shoemaker and the Elves](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-shoemaker-and-the-elves/) - A special kids story for the Christmas holidays about a kind old shoemaker and his wife who lived in a small village. After many years of making fine shoes, he could not earn enough money to live on. He did not know what to do, but his wife had faith that something would happen to - [Little Girl's Christmas](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-girls-christmas/) - Little Girl wanted to meet Santa on Christmas Eve. With a little help from a holiday sprite, her dream came true! Away she whooshed up the chimney, winging over the housetops, traveling to Santa's house. Her journey brought her to his doorstep and saved her a seat on the most famous sleigh in the world. - [The Sandman, OleLukie - first two stories](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-sandman-olelukie-first-two-stories/) - The mythical Sandman named OleLukie, was famous for visiting the Danish children each night to help them fall asleep. He always brings beautiful dreams to children who have been good. In this episode we present the first two of seven tales from the beloved author, Hans Christian Andersen. Sweet Dreams! - [Miracles, an Inspirational Poem](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/miracles-an-inspirational-poem/) - What is a miracle? Poet Walt Whitman sees them everywhere in our world and offers them praise, teaching us to see with awe and reverence the world of nature around us. As upcoming holidays draw near, we felt that this poem was appropriate in the celebration of miracles we often take for granted in our - [Peter Rabbit Plays a Joke](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/peter-rabbit-plays-a-joke/) - Here is a lovely story about the "other" Peter Rabbit, written by Thornton Burgess, in which a mischievous Peter plays a trick on his friend Johnny Chuck while they are adventuring through the woods one day. Surprise! Peter's trick goes awry and suddenly he is faced with an unexpected new challenge. Hear what happens... - [Casey at the Bat](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/casey-at-the-bat/) - A very special piece of American folklore rounds the bases of the 19th century to delight our ears today. With bases loaded and the crowd in a fever, the mighty Casey steps up to the plate and holds the fate of the big game in his powerful hands. The final pitch is thrown! Listen to - [The Little Red Hen](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-little-red-hen/) - Poor Little Red Hen! She has so much work to do planting her seed, harvesting her wheat, grinding her flour and making her bread. Her lazy barnyard friends sleep, snore, chuckle and watch as she works all day. Who will enjoy her delicious bread when it's finally baked? This delightful adaptation of an old Russian - [The Three Spinners](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-three-spinners/) - 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 - [The Luckiest Ghost](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-luckiest-ghost/) - Even though Lucky was a Ghost, he hid away when Halloween night came because he was afraid! He was afraid of being alone, on the spookiest of nights when witches flew, black cats meowed and pumpkins grinned. But this Halloween his luck changed. He met a nice friend and slowly, magically, everything was different. Listen - [A Christmas Fairy](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/a-christmas-fairy/) - Tom would spend his Christmas alone, for his home was far away in India. He sadly watched all the other boys at Miss Ware's English boarding school talking about the wonderful holidays they would experience at home. Yet with the help of some Christmas magic, Tom and his friend Bertie found a way to spend - [The Story of a Clever Tailor](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-story-of-a-clever-tailor/) - A proud princess will only marry the clever tailor if he can survive spending a night in a barn with a dangerous bear. Will he pass this difficult test, or will he be bested by two other tailors vying for her hand? Discover a young man whose wit is as sharp as a tailors needle! - [The Queen Bee plus The Bee and Jupiter](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-queen-bee-plus-the-bee-and-jupiter/) - Here are two fine old tales about a Queen Bee. The Brothers Grimm tell of a young simple boy, who in his travels, spares the lives of nature's smaller creatures. One of his rewards, comes from a winged Queen who helps him undo a magical spell. Aesop, on the other hand, tells of Jupiter's punishment - [King Arthur](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/king-arthur/) - Arthur discovers that a magical test proves to lords and knights, ladies and a kingdom, that his true purpose cannot be denied its rightful time. He is young and inexperienced, but fate has chosen him to lead all Britain. Listen to how Arthur came to be King. - [The Night Before Thanksgiving](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-night-before-thanksgiving/) - On the Night before Thanksgiving, all seems lost, until, a dark yet familiar figure appears in Mary Robb's doorway, bringing with him hope and promise of a better time to come. In this heartwarming story, the true and timeless reasons to give thanks for what we have and to find a way to share with - [Gulliver's Travels](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/gullivers-travels/) - Gulliver sails across the ocean and finds himself in a very strange land named Lilliput, where human beings are extremely small. In this excerpt, Gulliver discovers that he has washed ashore, awakening upon his back, tied down by an small army of creatures who believe that he is a giant invader. Listen to what happens - [Magic in a Walnut](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/magic-in-a-walnut/) - Michael and Michaela couldn't wait to open their presents on Christmas day. Little did they know that a tiny walnut could contain more magic than any toy from a store. Find out what they discovered when they opened the little brown shell! A special Thank You to Radhika Miller for her beautiful music. You can - [Peter Pan](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/peter-pan/) - The magical boy, Peter Pan, asks Wendy to fly with him to Never land 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 - [The Snail and the Rose Tree](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-snail-and-the-rose-tree/) - A snail that spits at the world meets a rose tree that gives its gifts away to everyone. One is a taker and the other a giver-- they have a lot to say to each other! Hans Christian Anderson is the master who voices natures wisdom and spins tales full of whimsy, enjoy! - [Thumbelina](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/thumbelina/) - 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 Christian Andersen's beloved tale shows the fate of a - [The Halloween of Edgar Poe](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-halloween-of-edgar-poe/) - Mysterious raven at my chamber door! Why do you gaze at me with your fiery eyes? Ebony bird, what message do you bring on this "midnight dreary, while I ponder weak and weary..." This Halloween we delight in a fantasy encounter with Edgar Allen Poe and his haunted raven, headed for a world beyond our - [The Emperor and the Nightingale](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-emperor-and-the-nightingale/) - "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... Written by Hans Christian - [The Glass Mountain](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-glass-mountain/) - 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! A Polish fairytale collected by Hermann Kletke. Andrew Lang included - [The Emerald Fairy Part 2: Something Out of Place](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-emerald-fairy-part-2-something-out-of-place/) - The Story of Elizabeth and Gwendolyn continues as they make a secret wish to prevent Elizabeth from moving. The powers of the fairies might help them, or perhaps nature itself lends an unexpected hand. A series of unusual events begin, including a wild chase through the woods! - [The Amazing Story Box Part 3: The Keeper of Memories](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-amazing-story-box-part-3-the-keeper-of-memories/) - Sam stares in wonder at the mysterious book brought by the Keeper of Memories. He opened the old book knowing that its pages were of his future life. Here is the concluding story of our series, "The Amazing Story Box", where Sam may learn his destiny. Listen and find out what he learns! Be sure - [The Terrible Dragon and the Wise Man](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-terrible-dragon-and-the-wise-man/) - A fire-breathing beast approaches and all who stand in its path shall be destroyed! Who will protect the kingdom? Perhaps a brave king shall rise, or a knight with sharpened sword. Maybe the answer lies with a quiet elder who is wise and patient. The story will reveal who triumphs...proving that the truth is the - [The Tale of Peter Rabbit](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-tale-of-peter-rabbit/) - 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 - [A Mother's Day Breakfast in Bed](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/a-mothers-day-breakfast-in-bed/) - This was the first Mother's Day that Phillip and Juliana would be celebrating, since their parents decided to get a divorce. It was hard, but both their parents had a wonderful day planned at Phillip's baseball game, until the rain set in spoiling all of the plans. Now their dad would not be coming to - [The Frog Prince](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-frog-prince/) - A young princess does not imagine that a lowly frog could be anything else but a creature in a pond. But this frog has a royal secret, for he is more than he seems. His promise to help the royal girl find her lost toy comes at a price that the young princess refuses to - [George Washington's Shoes](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/george-washingtons-shoes/) - The fire in a nearby cabin was warm. Outside, a young soldier stood, his bare feet were numb with cold waiting to deliver a message to a man who will turn out to be George Washington himself. So begins a heartwarming tale of generosity when there was nothing to give. At that time, America was - [The Emerald Fairy Part 1: Wings in the Night](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-emerald-fairy-part-1-wings-in-the-night/) - Gwendolyn and Elizabeth were the best of friends until Elizabeth decided to hold a special secret ceremony to call the fairies, without her. Gwen could not understand why she could do such a thing until she found out the real reason. Listen to our original story, inspired by an ancient book to call forth the - [The Amazing Story Box Part 1: Steps into another world](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-amazing-story-box-part-1-steps-into-another-world/) - Sam is a boy who thinks his life is dull until his uncle, a brilliant inventor, gives him an electronic game for Christmas that provides a doorway to another world in an amazing adventure. He finds himself barefoot, in his pajamas, standing on the foggy streets of old London! Find out how Sam got there - [Rapunzel](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/rapunzel/) - Rapunzel, Rapunzel! Let down your hair! With these well known words, an enchantress and a prince seek to control the fate of a beautiful maiden kept in a very tall tower. Her peculiar story will be told in this timeless tale. - [The Magic Valentine](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-magic-valentine/) - In The Magic Valentine, we'll meet a young elf, who will come to understand the very special meaning of Valentines day. A day in which letters are sent full of words that speak to the heart. Now sit back with someone special and enjoy The Magic Valentine. - [The Golden Goose](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-golden-goose/) - Who is that old little grey man in the forest? A boy who shows him kindness is rewarded with a "Golden Goose". This generous gift ends up turning the boy's life upside down as you will discover. Never fear, his luck pulls him through in the most amazing way. From the fireside tales of the - [The Gift of the Magi](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-gift-of-the-magi/) - Della and Jim were poor, yet happily in love. On the day before Christmas, with little money saved, each found a secret way to afford a very special gift for the other. For them, to give was more important than to receive, as we shall hear. Their heartfelt story brightens the Christmas spirit, as their - [Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/yes-virginia-there-is-a-santa-claus/) - Is Santa Claus truly real? Eight-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon wrote a letter to the editor of the New York Sun, asking this question. The quick response of veteran newsman Francis Church became history's most reprinted newspaper article. His eloquent answer stands as a light in the darkness of doubt, and restores the joy of believing. - [Little Red Riding Hood](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-red-riding-hood/) - The moral to this tale is to never stop and talk to strangers, especially wolves in the deep forest. This older version of Little Red Riding Hood is entitled The True Story of Little Golden Hood, as she was known long ago in France. Some younger listeners might find the wolf a bit scary, but - [My Foolish Mistake](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/my-foolish-mistake/) - I lost my brand new, hand-made coaster in one quick moment, and it changed my life. My dad helped me to build it and I traded it away. This foolish mistake made when I was twelve years old taught me a valuable lesson. In our first "When I Was a Kid Story" you will see - [The Halloween Candy Nightmare](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-halloween-candy-nightmare/) - Victor was having such a nightmare after eating too much candy on Halloween night. Who would he call to help him wake up from his strange dream? How would he get back home to his bedroom? The answer was printed on a little card, kept in a suit pocket of an old magic coat, locked - [Little Bunny Meets Timothy the Squirrel](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/little-bunny-meets-timothy-the-squirrel/) - 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). In this story, Mama Bunny takes Little Bunny to meet - [The Thanksgiving Stone](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-thanksgiving-stone/) - Zach and Ethan were amazed to learn at their families Thanksgiving dinner that grandfather Edward had 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 - [The Four Skillful Brothers](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-four-skillful-brothers/) - 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. - [How Yuriko Learned to Dance](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/how-yuriko-learned-to-dance/) - Yuriko is nervous on her first day at a new school. Then she finds a special place to play near the playground and makes friends that help her feel at home. When her new friends encourage her to try out for the dancing role in the school show, she is afraid. That is when the - [Rumpelstiltskin](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/rumpelstiltskin/) - In this tale by the Brothers Grimm, a father boasts to a king that his daughter can spin straw into gold. Can she? With Rumpelstiltskin helping she can, but what he asks her in trade for his help is more than she can bear. Hear how she changes her fate when Rumpelstiltskin comes to collect - [A Christmas Orange](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/a-christmas-orange/) - On Christmas Eve a traveler came through a deep and snowy woods with a magical basket under his arm. Entering a little country town, he knocked on the doors of each house and offered those who greeted him the dinner they deserved. Who was this traveler? Where did he come from and what special gift - [The Stained Glass Butterfly](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-stained-glass-butterfly/) - A surprise is in store for a small caterpillar that seeks his place in the world. Wandering into an old church, he looks up and sees the beautiful stained glass windows full of light and color. He thinks they are lovely as the creature his is destined to become. Here is a story about metamorphosis, - [The Leaf Lady](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-leaf-lady/) - As Isabelle lay on her bed one sleepy afternoon, she saw her mother's high heel shoe on the floor. She wondered what it would be like to wear a grown up shoe and be older. The answer came to her in a dream where her imagination brought her to meet the Leaf Lady. Find out - [The Star Stealer](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-star-stealer/) - James does not want to go to sleep. Yet one night he had an amazing dream about a moonlit stairway outside his window that reached into the sky. He wondered if he climbed it how far it would take him. Since he was not tired he decided to climb the stairs into the night sky, - [Pegasus and the Magic Stone, Part 1](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/pegasus-and-the-magic-stone-part-1/) - Sarah never imagined that while she visited her grandparents on vacation that a little stone found on a beach would lead to a night time trip through the stars, on a winged horse called Pegasus. In the first part of this magical original story by Alan Scofield, you will go with Sarah on a journey - [Pegasus and the Magic Stone, Part 2](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/pegasus-and-the-magic-stone-part-2/) - The Journey of Sarah and Pegasus continues as they approach the Gates of Believing. Sarah must offer her strength to Pegasus to help him fly beyond the gates to reach the wonderful Palace of Wishes. What if they fall? What if the gates close and the magical journey comes to an end? Hear the secret of - [The Leaf Lady & the Worried Boy](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-leaf-lady-the-worried-boy/) - A boy named Michael who had a lot on his mind and was very worried, appeared at the Leaf Lady's door and had the weight of the world on his shoulders. It wasn't the first time he had visited her and he wondered if she would remember him. The Leaf Lady did indeed remember him - [The Purple Button](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-purple-button/) - Olivia didn't know what to do! Something she treasured was lost, left behind at school. Her mom asked what was wrong, but Olivia kept it a secret, asking only to help her return to the school yard and look for it. Later, it would all make sense and both Olivia and her mom would become - [The Emperor's New Suit](https://thestoryhome.com/stories/the-emporers-new-suit/) - In this classic fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, two clever tailors use pride and fear to fool a vain emperor and his court by pretending to make a suit of clothes that they say are invisible to unfit, stupid or incompetent people. But when the Emperor parades before his subjects in his "new suits", ## Lessons - [Lesson: Little Bunny Learns Patience](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-little-bunny-learns-patience/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2232"] Little Bunny is in a big rush and can not wait for what he wants, especially when his father plants carrots in the garden. However, he will find out that nature is patient and takes time. After listening to this original story, introduce the idea of Patience and that some things take time? - [Lesson: The Little Bunny Who Thought for Himself](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-little-bunny-who-thought-for-himself/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2228"] In this original story a little bunny learns how to make the right choices all by himself. After listening, introduce the idea and describe what”Makes a good choice”. In our story, questions to ask are; Did Little Bunny’s sister and brother ask him to make poor choices? What kinds of things did they do - [Lesson: The Boy Who Finally Listened](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-boy-who-finally-listened/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2326"] This story brings up the importance of listening. There is evidence showing that listening comprehension becomes the dominating influence on reading comprehension starting even in the elementary grades. See the report here. Also, the difference between hearing, which is merely a physical ability, and listening, which is a skill. By being able to - [Lesson: Stone Soup](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-stone-soup/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2280"] Stone Soup is an old folktale in which a hungry stranger convinces the people of a town to each share a small amount of their food, in order to make a meal that everyone enjoys, and exists as a moral regarding the value of sharing and working with others for the greater good. After listening to - [Lesson: The Little Red Hen](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-little-red-hen/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2299"] In this classic folktale, the Little Red Hen does all the work to bake the bread herself, while her lazy barnyard friends do nothing. Good discussion topics are how do families share their responsibilities to do daily chores? How do the children help clean up in class? What kinds of important jobs do - [Lesson: Three Billy Goats Gruff](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-three-billy-goats-gruff/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2302"] The Ogre under the bridge is acting like a bully. He is selfish, scary and mean. The three Billy goats outsmart him by working together until the Ogre is no longer a threat. What if there is a bully at school who picks on you or a friend of yours? Ask students what - [Lesson: The Contest of the Wind and the Sun](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-contest-of-the-wind-and-the-sun/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2289"] What is the best way to use our power wisely to solve a problem? Students can tell stories that tell how they might solve certain problems, connecting the action they will take to the result they will create. Discuss how “A gentle smile can achieve what brutal force can’t.” Weather: Since weather plays - [Lesson: The Gingerbread Man](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-gingerbread-man/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2308"] The foolish gingerbread man did not judge well. He trusted the clever fox and believed his lie. It cost him his life. Perhaps students can practice judging truths by playing a game in which each student makes up a fact about something in the world that is either true always, sometimes true or - [Lesson: The Terrible Dragon & The Wise Man](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-terrible-dragon/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2258"] After listening to this original story, introduce the idea of “The Golden Rule” and how you might feel if it was you being treated badly. Why do you think the dragon is so angry? Why does the dragon change from being angry to being kind and helpful? What does the wise man say - [Lesson: My Foolish Mistake](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-my-foolish-mistake/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2240"] The author tells a story about a quick decision he made when he was a boy, trading his newly built racing buggy for a cage full of mice. His regret is painful because he did not think about the consequences of losing something he loved and the outcome of not being able to - [Lesson: The Stained Glass Butterfly](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-stained-glass-butterfly/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2218"] This original story is about a caterpillar who evolves into a beautiful butterfly, and how he changes, grows and finds his special place in the world, demonstrating part of the life cycle of nature and metamorphosis. It also brings up the topic of feeling special about ourselves and how our life has meaning. - [Lesson: The Princess and the Pea](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-princess-and-pea/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2241"] The prince and his family certainly were fooled by the appearance of the rain drenched princess that showed up at their door. But a single detail, the pea under the many mattresses, revealed her sensitive and royal nature. After listening to this story, discuss with the class; Something or someone that could fool - [Lesson: The Emperor's New Suit](https://thestoryhome.com/lessons/lesson-the-emperors-new-suit/) - [wcmp-playlist products_ids="2226"] “When each character within the story is confronted with the invisible suit they are also confronted with a complex moral dilemma. The dilemma of whether to tell the truth (not being able to see the suit) and accept their own supposed inadequacy, or lying and saving themselves from social ridicule.” After listening to ## Episode - [The Lucky Christmas Penny](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/the-lucky-christmas-penny/) - On the last days before Christmas, a struggling boy almost gives up his faith in the magic of the season. Just when everything seems lost, a wish made on a lucky penny alters fate and the boy discovers that the true meaning of the holidays is always present in the gifts of the heart. Listen - [The Emperor's New Suit](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/the-emperors-new-suit/) - In this classic tale by Hans Christian Andersen, a couple of swindlers use pride and fear to fool an emperor and his whole court but they cannot fool a small child who sees the truth with the clear eyes of innocence. Special Thanks to Radhika Miller for the music from her “Sunlit Reverie” album. - [How the Finch Got Her Colors](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/how-the-finch-got-her-colors/) - Why is the little grey finch so sad? Did she not see the miracle in the sky and take from it the beauty offered to all the other birds? The King of the birds found out what happened to the little finch and decided to make everything right. It's a story to warm your heart - [Papa Panov's Special Christmas](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/papa-panovs-special-christmas/) - Papa Panov looked everywhere for the important visitor on Christmas day! The night before, he had had a dream that he would meet the divine child, but that he should look carefully, for he may not recognize him. Who would it be? Would Papa Panov be able to tell who the Holy child was or - [The Spindle, the Shuttle, and the Needle](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/spindle-shuttle-needle/) - A Brothers Grimm story about the power of love that brought together two people from opposite worlds, one royal and one poor, until in the end all was made right. Listen to this magical story about the fate of a young maiden and a young prince. Note: We give grateful thanks to Radhika Miller for - [The Bremen Town Musicians](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/the-bremmen-town-musicians/) - Such an adventure! In this Brothers Grimm story, a donkey, a hound, a cat and a rooster set off to become musicians in the town of Bremen and come across an unexpected surprise along the way. Acting together they find the perfect place to set down roots and start a new life. A perfect bedtime - [The Little Folks' Presents](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/the-little-folks-presents/) - Travelers hear a mysterious music and come upon a ring of dancing little folk. Magical things occur and they return with bags full of gold. Yet all is not well, when later, one of the travelers cannot resist returning to get more of the riches. Enjoy this curious tale of magic granted and prices paid - [The Golden Spoon](https://thestoryhome.com/podcast/the-golden-spoon/) - In this story about a little village, where neighbors have forgotten how to be friendly, and kindness is no longer the rule, a dark shadow appears and all the flowers in the village begin to disappear. Everyone begins to fear the unknown except for one little girl, who has faith that her wish sent the ## Testimonials - [My daughter wants to be a storyteller…](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/daughter-wants-to-be-storyteller/) - Every night for the past one year my daughter has been listening to the wonderful stories told by Alan Scofield on my phone. Even when she’s super tired she needs it even more. So imagine my surprise when last night she tells me she wants to be Alan. I asked Alan who? She said Alan - [A Family Favorite!](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/a-family-favorite/) - My 3 1/2 year old and I loved the story! We had to pause the recording often so she could talk about the story and ask questions. “The bunny went in time out because he did not listen, right?” My favorite line, as the mom, was that sometimes it is lonely to do the right - [Come Alive](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/come-alive/) - I had to write to tell you what a nice job you do in reading and expressing the different voices and events in the stories. You have a knack for making them come alive. This is something I think we need more of in our lives today… to not be so video-media stimulated and to - [Magic, Fantasy and Adventure](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/magic-fantasy-and-adventure/) - We love your original stories the most, like the Emerald Fairy and Magic Story Box….. you seem to know exactly what makes the young kids of today tick…..they love magic, fantasy and adventurous things, but not too scary though! My son likes stories with a calm and gentle loving touch. Thank you for making this available to - [Good Lessons](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/good-lessons/) - I’ve fallen asleep myself because the storytelling is so pleasant and it’s by far the best children’s storytelling I’ve found online so far. We enjoy them all, so it’s impossible to pick a single favorite one. But, I find the ones you’ve written yourself about Little Bunny and Little Mo to be the most original - [More Little Bunny!](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/more-little-bunny/) - The rhyming in your stories is done so well and they are told with such great expression. My kindergarten boy listens to them at bedtime. We’d would love to see more of Little Bunny! - [No More Fuss!](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/no-more-fuss/) - I tried: reading books to her before bedtime, children’s meditation CDs, soothing music to help her wind down, and a couple of times– even punishing her. But nothing worked and she’d go down for bed at 8pm and still be fidgeting and restless by 11pm which always left her tired the following morning. And she - [We Are Grown Ups, but…](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/we-are-grown-ups-but/) - I love your original stories that you have created and written, the way you tell them, so please keep them coming. I recommended you to all my friends…and now they are all avid listeners… Just because we are grownups does not mean we cannot settle down to a good story, there’s a child in all - [Boy Do Your Stories Work](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/boy-do-your-stories-work/) - I knew that my 6 year old daughter enjoyed them when…..a week had gone by since we last listened and when I brought the laptop by her bed and before even logging on she says…”and this is Alan your storyteller.”…and boy do your stories work!!! on my very active girl who never wants to go - [A Night Off](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/a-night-off/) - I myself read to them religiously every night but I can’t tell you how lovely it was to find a soothing way to take a night off. Thank you!!! - [Grateful Mom](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/grateful-mom/) - Thank you for bringing your collective talents together to bring peace, happiness and joy for children and adults alike… Thank you and kindest regards, One Very Grateful Mom! - [Word Comprehension](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/word-comprehension/) - Listening to Alan creates pictures in my daughter’s mind and strengthens her word comprehension effortlessly, and in record time. You do not dumb the stories down – vocabulary building is a byproduct of all the stories you produce. - [A Simple Tale](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/a-simple-tale/) - Here’s to looking at the stars at night and the moon out your window, listening to a simple tale, falling asleep with crickets and letting your imagination soar with a hope for a better day and happy tomorrow! - [Your biggest fan](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/your-biggest-fan/) - Alan's email reply to her letter just made my daughter, Rianna's day. She has been beaming with an ear-to-ear smile all day! So has her mom :) Rianna says 'Thank You Alan for writing to me.' I intend to make a printout of his note to her and paste it on the fridge to remind - [I want to be a storyteller, too](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/i-want-to-be-a-storyteller-too/) - Every night for the past one year my daughter has been listening to the wonderful stories told by Alan Scofield. Even when she’s super tired she needs it even more. So imagine my surprise when last night she tells me she wants to be Alan. I asked Alan who? She said “Alan the storyteller”. I - [A lifesaver](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/a-lifesaver/) - I’ve found a lifesaver of a website. This is my best find in months! The Story Home’ stories really do delight and inspire. This is my best find in months! Sometimes I feel like I’ve read every story book in the house to my children 5 times over and now I have something new to - [One Special Night...](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/one-special-night/) - … Little Jacky is nodding off to sleep now after listening to your telling of the Velveteen Rabbit. I use your stories as a treat for both Jacky and I. After a long day at work, dinner and the evening routine of getting Jacky to bed, it is so nice for Rachel or me to - [Dad Voice](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/dad-voice/) - Thanks for being “that soothing Dad voice” that my daughter needs… because a year ago he was taken from her. - [My First Storyteller](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/my-first-storyteller/) - You remind me of Jim Henson from TV. I remember being at boring places, like shopping with my mother, and I would think of his stories. You have the same endearing qualities that he did. Especially in your intro and exit statements, they are so welcoming that it opens the heart. So even though I - [Loving Voice](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/loving-voice/) - You have quite a gentle loving voice, that I feel you are my friend. So I thought that I would say “hello.” - [My daughter wants to be a storyteller…](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial/my-daughter-wants-to-be-a-storyteller/) - Every night for the past one year my daughter has been listening to the wonderful stories told by Alan Scofield on my phone. Even when she’s super tired she needs it even more. So imagine my surprise when last night she tells me she wants to be Alan. I asked Alan who? 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[Gingerbread](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/gingerbread/) - [man](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/man/) - [fox](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/fox/) - [cookies](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/cookies/) - [running](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/running/) - [Billy Goats](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/billy-goats/) - [goats](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/goats/) - [troll](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/troll/) - [bullying](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/bullying/) - [Lesson learned](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/lesson-learned/) - [smiles](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/smiles/) - [violin](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/violin/) - [Mozart](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/mozart/) - [seagulls](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/seagulls/) - [robin](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/robin/) - [crows](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/crows/) - [scarecrow](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/scarecrow/) - [sleigh](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/sleigh/) - [questions](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/questions/) - [Pandora](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/pandora/) - [trouble](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/trouble/) - [forbidden. lesson learned](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/forbidden-lesson-learned/) - [Miracles](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/miracles/) - [afraid](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/afraid/) - [Spinners](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/spinners/) - [yarn](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/yarn/) - [boarding school](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/boarding-school/) - [Easter](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/easter/) - [eggs](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/eggs/) - [wish](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/wish/) - [golden](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/golden/) - [greedy](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/greedy/) - [rabbit](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/rabbit/) - [velveteen](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/velveteen/) - [skin horse](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/skin-horse/) - [puppet](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/puppet/) - [marionette](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/marionette/) - [gepetto](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/gepetto/) - [woodcarver](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/woodcarver/) - [hen](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/hen/) - [chicken](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/chicken/) - [working with others](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/working-with-others/) - [sharing](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/sharing/) - [folklore](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/folklore/) - [baseball](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/baseball/) - [home run](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/home-run/) - [joke](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/joke/) - [Thornton Burgess](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/thornton-burgess/) - [lilliput](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/lilliput/) - [gulliver](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/gulliver/) - [jonathan Swift](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/jonathan-swift/) - [hope](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/hope/) - [visitor](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/visitor/) - [pigs](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/pigs/) - [three](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/three/) - [thinking ahead](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/thinking-ahead/) - [wolf](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/wolf/) - [Arthur](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/arthur/) - [round table](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/round-table/) - [knights](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/knights/) - [bee](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/bee/) - [Jupiter](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/jupiter/) - [clever](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/clever/) - [puss](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/puss/) - [labyrinth](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/labyrinth/) - [Minotaur](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/minotaur/) - [mythic battle](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/mythic-battle/) - [sun](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/sun/) - [weather](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/weather/) - [contest](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/contest/) - [bully](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/bully/) - [bear](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/bear/) - [tailor](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/tailor/) - [test](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/test/) - [jason](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/jason/) - [golden fleece](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/golden-fleece/) - [dragon](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/dragon/) - [Thumb](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/thumb/) - [small boy](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/small-boy/) - [Merlin](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/merlin/) - [son](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/son/) - [Apple Blossom](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/apple-blossom/) - [Dandelion](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/dandelion/) - [taker](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/taker/) - [giver](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/giver/) - [snail](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/snail/) - [rose tree](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/rose-tree/) - [Soup](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/soup/) - [stone](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/stone/) - [food](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/food/) - [neighbors](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/neighbors/) - [hungry](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/hungry/) - [fly](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/fly/) - [wendy](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/wendy/) - [never never land](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/never-never-land/) - [lost boys](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/lost-boys/) - [giant](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/giant/) - [beanstalk](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/beanstalk/) - [beans](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/beans/) - [cow](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/cow/) - [Jack](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/jack/) - [walnut](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/walnut/) - [Peter](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/peter/) - [Scrooge](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/scrooge/) - [Tiny Tim](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/tiny-tim/) - [Past](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/past/) - [present](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/present/) - [farm](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/farm/) - [grandparents](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/grandparents/) - [Nightingale](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/nightingale/) - [bird singing](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/bird-singing/) - [Edgar Allen Poe](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/edgar-allen-poe/) - [raven](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/raven/) - [Thumbelina](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/thumbelina/) - [tiny](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/tiny/) - [child](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/child/) - [Mole](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/mole/) - [evil queen](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/evil-queen/) - [The Golden Rule](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/the-golden-rule/) - [Kingdom](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/kingdom/) - [elder](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/elder/) - [wise man](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/wise-man/) - [goose](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/goose/) - [egg](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/egg/) - [simpleton](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/simpleton/) - [magical basket](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/magical-basket/) - [childrens story](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/childrens-story/) - [Lewis Carroll](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/lewis-carroll/) - [inspirational](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/inspirational/) - [sandman](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/sandman/) - [Walt Whitman](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/walt-whitman/) - [fairy tale](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/fairy-tale/) - [young girl](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/young-girl/) - [rhyming story](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/rhyming-story/) - [jewish fairy tale](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/jewish-fairy-tale/) - [holiday stories](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/holiday-stories/) - [scary](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/scary/) - [Valentines day](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/valentines-day/) - [bow and arrow](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/bow-and-arrow/) - [storytelling](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/storytelling/) - [hair](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/hair/) - [Hanukkah](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/hanukkah/) - [Chanukah](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/chanukah/) - [Ḥanukah](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/ḥanukah/) - [Virginia](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/virginia/) - [letter](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/letter/) - [Francis Church](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/francis-church/) - [Newsman](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/newsman/) - [newspaper](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/newspaper/) - [Clement C. Moore](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/clement-c-moore/) - [holidays](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/holidays/) - [Duck](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/duck/) - [duckling](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/duckling/) - [ugly](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/ugly/) - [red riding hood](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/red-riding-hood/) - [golden hood](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/golden-hood/) - [Charles Morell](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/charles-morell/) - [sleeping](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/sleeping/) - [woods](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/woods/) - [skills](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/skills/) - [patience](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/patience/) - [garden](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/garden/) - [kindergarten](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/kindergarten/) - [lad](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/lad/) - [wise lesson](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/wise-lesson/) - [magical gifts](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/magical-gifts/) - [hummingbird](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/hummingbird/) - [glass slipper](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/glass-slipper/) - [step mother](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/step-mother/) - [step sisters](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/step-sisters/) - [little bunny stories](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/little-bunny-stories/) - [youtube video](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/youtube-video/) - [television star](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/television-star/) - [good dreams](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/good-dreams/) - [magical sword](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/magical-sword/) - [ogre](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/ogre/) - [Little bunny](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/little-bunny/) - [1776](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/1776/) - [love story](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/love-story/) - [kiss](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/kiss/) - [magical spell](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/magical-spell/) - [mom](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/mom/) - [Mr. McGregor's garden](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/mr-mcgregors-garden/) - [creating original stories for kids](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/creating-original-stories-for-kids/) - [costume](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/costume/) - [fairy god mother](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/fairy-god-mother/) - [consequences](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/consequences/) - [making good choices](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/making-good-choices/) - [time out](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/time-out/) - [new suit](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/new-suit/) - [telling the truth](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/telling-the-truth/) - [lying](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/lying/) - [chocolate factory](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/chocolate-factory/) - [worrying](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/worrying/) - [Midas](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/midas/) - [touch](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/touch/) - [dwarfs](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/dwarfs/) - [finger tip](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/finger-tip/) - [method](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/method/) - [Pelican](https://thestoryhome.com/tag/pelican/) ## Topics - [Sharing Responsibility & Cooperation](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/sharing-responsibility-cooperation/) - [Value of Contributing & Working with Others](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/value-of-contributing-working-with-others/) - [Lying, Trust & Good Judgment](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/lying-trust-good-judgment/) - [Persuasion vs. Force](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/persuasion-vs-force/) - [Weather](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/weather/) - [The Golden Rule (Empathy)](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/the-golden-rule-empathy/) - [Truth, Self-Deception & Peer Pressure](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/truth-self-deception-peer-pressure/) - [Listening & Communication](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/listening-communication/) - [Life Cycle, Animal Habitats & Animal Differences](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/life-cycle-animal-habitats-animal-differences/) - [Patience & Time](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/patience-time/) - [Making Good Choices](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/making-good-choices/) - [Bullying](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/bullying/) - [First Impressions](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/first-impressions/) - [Consequences & Outcomes](https://thestoryhome.com/topics/consequences-outcomes/) ## Podcasts - [The Story Home Children's Audio Stories](https://thestoryhome.com/series/the-story-home-childrens-audio-stories/) ## Testimonial Categories - [Raves](https://thestoryhome.com/testimonial-category/raves/)