Inspiring Stories of Asian American Hidden Heroes Dorktales Podcast Playlist for Kids What if belonging wasn’t just about finding your place, but about creating it for others too? That’s the spirit at the heart of Mia Wenjen’s new children’s picture book, Fortune Cookies for Everyone! (Smithsonian) Through the story of a much-debated treat, young readers find the resilience, creativity, and community spirit of immigrants who helped shape American culture. Fortune Cookies for Everyone!A Smithsonian Collaboration This playlist and our Hidden Heroes of History episode on Makoto Hagiwara [...] Read More about Belonging Builders and Community Creators You Need to Know
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Halloween Stories for Kids Playlist That’s More Fun Than Fright
Dorktales Storytime Podcast Collection You’re in for a treat if Halloween has you under its spell, or if your family just wants to stumble into a playful scare! Every October, Dorktales Storytime's team spins a web of tales with just the right balance of goosebumps and giggles. Scary stories can help us practice facing our fears, discover the fun in the dark and mysterious, and remind us that we’re braver than we think. So gather round the jack-o’-lantern and press play on this collection of delightfully eerie adventures. Join the Kooky Spooky Countdown! Grimm Grimmer Grimmest, Unspookable [...] Read More about Halloween Stories for Kids Playlist That’s More Fun Than Fright
Hopeful Hidden Heroes Who Changed The World
Dorktales Podcast Playlist for Kids What if hope wasn’t just something you felt—but something you did? That idea comes to life in author Deedee Cummings’ beautifully inspiring children’s book, Hope in the Nick of Time. Through the story of Nick Saint, young readers learn that hoping skills can help them see the good even when things feel tough. It’s a message that resonates deeply with the mission of Dorktales Storytime, the reimagined fairytales, fables and folklore we tell and the real-life heroes we spotlight. Hope in the Nick of Time! Get the children's book that inspired this hopeful [...] Read More about Hopeful Hidden Heroes Who Changed The World
Discover History’s Eco-Friendly Hidden Heroes for Earth Day
Dorktales Podcast Playlist for Kids Every year on April 22nd, people around the world come together to celebrate Earth Day, a time to appreciate our planet and take action to protect it. Since it first began in 1970, Earth Day has inspired environmental movements, conservation efforts, and innovative ideas to make our world a cleaner, greener place for future generations. To honor this special day, we’ve put together a Dorktales Storytime Earth Day Podcast Playlist featuring six Hidden Heroes of History—remarkable individuals who made a lasting impact on the Earth and the environment. [...] Read More about Discover History’s Eco-Friendly Hidden Heroes for Earth Day
Top 5 2024 Dorktales’ Fan-Favorite Podcast Episodes Playlist
Stories have the power to bring us together, make us laugh, and teach us something new—and that’s exactly what Dorktales Storytime has been all about in 2024. From exciting escapades to heartwarming adventures and inspiring true tales, this year’s episodes have given families unforgettable moments to enjoy and share. With so many imaginative stories to choose from, we’ve rounded up the top five episodes that listeners loved most. Listen here or click an icon that will take you to your favorite podcast app: 1. That’s A Wrap! Jonathan and Redge venture into The Tomes [...] Read More about Top 5 2024 Dorktales’ Fan-Favorite Podcast Episodes Playlist
Why Should We Encourage Kids to Celebrate Their Failures?
Dorktales Storytime’s “Redge’s Oopsie Daisies” teaches kids that mistakes aren’t just bumps in the road—they’re opportunities to learn and grow. By encouraging them to celebrate their “oopsies” and learn from them, you can nurture a growth mindset and resilience that will serve them for life. Whether it’s through storytelling, planting seeds of change, or creating their own “Blunder Bouquets,” kids can turn every failure into a field of possibilities. Listen on our website or click on an icon below to go to your favorite podcast app: FREE PDF TO GET THE CONVERSATIONS [...] Read More about Why Should We Encourage Kids to Celebrate Their Failures?
