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StorypillarPride Month Bonus Episode: When Webster Ate Through the Candy CastlePride Month Bonus Episode: When Webster Ate Through the Candy CastleJoin us for an extra special LGBTQ+ Pride Month Bonus Episode featuring a story written and narrated by Storypillar listener, Izzie, and her dad, Josh…When Webster Ate Through the Candy Castle.Because at Storypillar, no matter who you are or who you love, we love YOU! ♥️HAPPY PRIDE MONTH! 🥳🌈Love telling stories!? Check out guest narrator, Josh R.’s, Tell Us A Story Card Game: https://www.tellusastory.games/homeCelebrating Pride Month With Kids:https://parent...2025-06-2412 min
Storypillar4.3 June’s Brain Breather: Feeling Dread with Plumby and Sir Trots-A-Lot4.3 June’s Brain Breather: Feeling Dread with Plumby and Sir Trots-A-LotFiguring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Join Bean for a silly story that will help us check in with our minds and take care of our feelings.Feelings Focus: Feeling dread; not wanting to do something; procrastinatingStrategies: Visualization; Game reframe (coping)Protagonists: Plumby the Plunger and Sir Trots-A-Lot the CamelSetting: A house made entirely of tulips…somewhere in TurkeyResources: -Helping Kids Combat Procrastination-Goal La...2025-06-1607 min
StorypillarJune’s Full Episode: Stinky Mutant Ninja Pinecones (Turkey) June’s Full Episode: Stinky Mutant Ninja Pinecones (Turkey) Story: Bahar, Gamze, and Zeki would much rather play video games, crawl around with bugs, and train sidekicks than actually do their chores. But with help from some very smart ants–and despite a gaggle of extra gassy ninja bunnies–they team up and come through for their mom in the end.Region: TurkeySticky Situation: What do you do when you’re having trouble working as a team?Unstick Tricks by: Jayna (Age 5.5), Erin (Age 8), and Summer (Age 11)Feelings Focus: C...2025-06-0923 min
StorypillarJune’s Sneak Attack!!! Fluffy Bunnies and Oily Wrestlers in TurkeyJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: TurkeyFacts: Pink lakes, oil wrestling, camel wrestling, and tulipsAnimals: Angora rabbits!Jokes: Tulips and bunnies!Links for Kids: -Camel Wrestling Facts-Tulips in Turkey-Angora Rabbit Facts for Kids-World Record: Longest Rabbit FurMake a donation! Support Storypillar! https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com 2025-06-0208 min
StorypillarMay’s Brain Breather: Feeling Sorry With Rainy and Boot-BootMay’s Brain Breather: Feeling Sorry With Rainy and Boot-BootFiguring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Join Bean for a silly story that will help us check in with our minds and take care of our feelings.Feelings Focus: Making mistakes, Coping with guiltStrategies: Apologizing, Making AmendsProtagonists: Rainy the Reindeer and Boot-Boot the…bootSetting: A rainbow-shaped island near FinlandResources:-Helping Kids Apologize-Apology Activity IdeasInfo/Get in Touch: Website...2025-05-1907 min
StorypillarMay’s Full Episode: A Little Dab of Honey and a Squeaky Block of Cheese (Finland)May’s Full Episode: A Little Dab of Honey and a Squeaky Block of Cheese (Finland)Story: A cheese-loving wolverine runs away screaming from a ladybug, plays a squeaky, sticky trick on his friends, and discovers that strength isn’t always measured in muscles.Region: FinlandSticky Situation: What do you do when you’ve done something you regret?Unstick Tricks by: Rhys (Age 8), Addison (Age 6), and Cam (Age 4)Feelings Focus: Apologizing, Making mistakes, Making amends, Coping with jealousy and guiltKnow a kid with great advice for St...2025-05-1222 min
StorypillarMay’s Sneak Attack!!! Wolverines and Squeaky Cheese in FinlandMay’s Sneak Attack!!! Wolverines and Squeaky Cheese in FinlandJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: FinlandFacts: Saunas, squeaky cheese, archipelagos, phone-throwing and mosquito-swatting contestsAnimals: Wolverines!Jokes: Claws and cheese!Links for Kids: -Unusual Finnish Games-Saunas in Finland-Burger King Sauna-Finnish Squeaky Cheese-The Archipelago SeaMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/st...2025-05-0508 min
StorypillarApril’s Brain Breather: Feeling Scared with Snappy and CrawlyApril’s Brain Breather: Feeling Scared with Snappy and CrawlyFiguring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Join Bean for a silly story that will help us check in with our minds and take care of our feelings.Feelings Focus: Feeling scared; finding courageProtagonists: Snappy the Stapler and Crawly the SpiderSetting: A cave in MexicoStrategies: Mindful MovementResources-Helping Kids Manage Fears-Strategies for Coping with FearInfo/Get in Touch: Websit...2025-04-2106 min
StorypillarApril’s Full Episode: Dance Like a Chicken (Mexico) April’s Full Episode: Dance Like a Chicken (Mexico) Story: With help from a fluffy chicken, a drooly dog, and a bubblegum-chomping frenemy, a brave girl teaches her town an important lesson about giving people space to be themselves.Region: MexicoSticky Situation: What do you do when you see someone being unkind?Unstick Tricks by: Sally (Age 5), Rhys (Age 8), Addison (Age 6), and Cam (Age 4)Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries; being brave; showing kindnessKnow a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.st...2025-04-1422 min
StorypillarApril's Sneak Attack!!! Mighty Monarchs and Cave Bacon in MexicoSneak Attack!!! Mighty Monarchs and Cave Bacon in MexicoJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Monterrey, MexicoFacts: Underground rivers, cave bacon, pyramids, and the world’s oldest ball gameAnimals: Monarch butterflies!Jokes: Butterflies and bacon!Links for Kids: -Matacán Adventure in the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains-The Great Pyramid of Cholula-Ancient Ball Games-Monarch Butterfly Migration InfoM...2025-04-0708 min
StorypillarStorypillar Season 4 Sneak Listen! (Bonus Episode)Storypillar Season 4 Sneak Listen! (Bonus Episode)It’s almost time for Storypillar Season 4!So grab your ear spoons, and get a little taste of what we have in store for a brand, sparkling new season of Sneak Attacks, Full Episodes, and Bean’s new mini-episodes…Brain Breathers!See you for Season 4 on Monday, April 7th, 2025!!! Grownups, know a smart kid with great advice? We’d love to hear from them. Head to storypillar.com/unsticktricks for details.Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagra...2025-03-2403 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 8: Doodle for Strudel (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 8: Doodle for Strudel (Story Replay)Grab a fork and hop on a stork! We’re headed back to Hungary for our very last Story Sip of Season 3. We’ll check in with our friends, Margot, Farkas, Petra, and Sandor, drool over a car-sized strudel, and learn how to set boundaries when working with a demanding teammate.Story: A bossy boar with an ooey-gooey sweet tooth paints with mud, dances like a possessed worm, and–with a little help from some feisty, furry, fluttery friends–finally learns the true meaning of teamwork. 2025-02-2417 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 7: Operation Clawzilla (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 7: Operation Clawzilla (Story Replay)Story: A little brown duck with big blue feet and a watertight master plan gets a surprising taste of the truth…and a very large new friend. Region: Acadiana (French Louisiana)Sticky Situation: What do you do when someone discredits (disbelieves) you when you’re telling the truth? Feelings Focus: Sticking to the truth, standing firm, speaking up, setting boundariesJust one more Story Sip, and then…get ready for Season 4 on Monday, April 7th, 2025!!!Info/G...2025-02-1718 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 6: Dracula Makes Strudel (Sparky Shorts Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 6: Dracula Makes Strudel (Sparky Shorts Story Replay)Grab some strudel and eat a noodle! We’re flapping back to Hungary for this week’s Story Sip from September’s Sparky Shorts Mini-episode! We’ll bake some mint-tastic strudel, learn how to compromise, and bounce all the way to the moon.Story Description: Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from September’s episodes. We’ll don our poofy chefs’ hats with Dracula and his little brother, Zacula, cook up an extra ch...2025-02-1010 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 5: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 5: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Story Replay)Grab some ketchup and slap on your hiking boots! We’re trekking back to Jamaica for this week’s Story Sip from Full Episode 3.9. We’ll quest after magical acorns with our friends Ruby and Fern, hide from eccentric turtles, and–eventually–bury our faces in a lifetime supply of french fries.Story Description: Two adventurous hutias on a quest to track down a magical acorn–and a lifetime supply of french fries–make a cheeky new friend and learn an important lesson about t...2025-02-0319 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 4: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 4: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Story Replay)Grab a helmet and dust off your jetpack! We’re heading back to Chile for this week’s Story Sip from full episode 3.6. We’ll build a tiny rocket, fix a leaky roof, and even nibble some out-of-this-world-delicious moon-zarella.Thanks for listening! We LOVE you!Story Description: With some help from a tiny, cranky deer and an even tinier wildcat ninja, a pint-sized possum puts their moon-cheese dreams on hold and takes responsibility for a horrible, boring, super soggy...2025-01-2717 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 3: The Story Queen (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 3: The Story Queen (Story Replay)Bean’s heading back to The Basque Country to hang out with Princess Laia and Stubby the squeaky lizard from Episode 3.5. We’ll swim in the Bay of Biscay, defeat a giant lava-spewing turtle volcano or two, and pick up a few tips for standing firm when someone shoots down your idea. Story Description: With the help of a squeaky lizard, an angry turtle volcano, and two squabbling sisters, an imaginative princess opens her royal father’s mind to the magic and true value of stories.R...2025-01-2017 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 2: Friends Are Not Sweaters (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 2: Friends Are Not Sweaters (Story Replay)Get your ear straws ready for this week’s yak-tastic Winter Story Sip! That’s when we play one of YOUR favorite Season 3 stories each Monday we’re on Winter Break. So…grab a sweater–or twenty–and join Sparky and Meg for another snuggle with our friends Altan, Qara, and Moon in Mongolia. Take a listen…and let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child’s Season 3 favorites. Use subject line: “Season 3...2025-01-1318 min
StorypillarSeason 3 Winter Story Sip 1: The Bunny and the Crow (Story Replay)Season 3 Winter Story Sip 1: The Bunny and the Crow (Story Replay)Pull up a bunny-shaped chair, and settle in for our very first SEASON 3 STORY SIP! Each Monday we’re on winter break, we’ll replay some of YOUR favorite stories from Season 3…it’s like a sip of something hot and yumma-riff-a-storypillar-tastic to hold your ears over until Season 4. This week, we’re headed back to the Yukon to chase after cheeky crows and fluffy bunnies with our friends, Quannah and Yakez, and we’re SO happy you’re along for the ride.Grownups, round up any S...2025-01-0614 min
StorypillarSparky Shorts: Santa and Bow-ala the Koala Share a Surfboard! (Mini-episode)Sparky Shorts: Santa and Bow-ala the Koala Share a Surfboard! (Mini-episode)Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from this month’s episodes. We’ll giggle our gizzards off, give our imaginations an extra silly workout, and Sparky’ll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK!Sparky’s December Favorites: -Koalas (From Bean-o-meter Check 3.10)-Surfing Santa (From Sneak Attack 3.10 and Full Episode 3.10)Talk Like a Chicken:Sharing: Ba-ga-a-awk, Bawk, Ba-a-a-awk!Feelings Focus: Sharing, C...2024-12-2310 min
StorypillarStorypillar Full Episode 3.10: Hot Fudge Snazzy Pizzazzy with a Cherry on Top (Australia)Storypillar Full Episode 3.10: Hot Fudge Snazzy Pizzazzy with a Cherry on Top (Australia)Story: A fabulous duck and her silly sister want nothing more than to win Opal Lake’s tree decorating contest. Join them as they make an unlikely new friend, learn an important lesson about sharing, and bury their faces in a triple-chocolate-super-swirl ice cream sundae!Region: AustraliaSticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don’t want to share?Unstick Tricks by: Sullivan (Age 5), Layla (Age 5), Hope (Age 4), and Lodi (Age 5)Feelings Focus: Shar...2024-12-1628 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.10: Feeling Left Out With Abbe and Koko from Koala Moon! (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.10: Feeling Left Out With Abbe and Koko from Koala Moon! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too.Feelings Focus: Feeling Sympathetic; Feeling Left OutStrategies: Mind and Body Check; Cocoa for Koko (Mindfulness, Coping, Kindness)Links for Kids and their Grownups:-Printable Cocoa for Koko Template-Great Books About KindnessCheck out our sleepy-tastic pod friend, Koala Mo...2024-12-0912 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.10: Giant Wombats, Surfing Santas, and Pink-eared Zebra Ducks in AustraliaSneak Attack!!! 3.10: Giant Wombats, Surfing Santas, and Pink-eared Zebra Ducks in AustraliaJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: New South Wales, AustraliaFacts: Songlines, Giant Wombats, Christmas at the BeachAnimals: Pink-eared Ducks and Little Black CormorantsJokes: Kangaroos and Ducks! Links for Kids: -Indigenous Songlines-Cuddie Springs-Christmas at Bondi Beach-Australian Twelve Days of Christmas-Little Black Cormorant Facts2024-12-0212 min
StorypillarWe Need Your Thumbs Today, 11/25/24! Follow Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Help Us GROW!We Need Your Thumbs Today, 11/25/24! Follow Us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify and Help Us GROW!If you LOVE Storypillar (and happen to have thumbs 😆), please follow Storypillar on Apple Podcasts and Spotify sometime today, Monday, 11/25/24.Here’s how on Apple Podcasts: Sometime today, Monday, 11/25/24, open this link on your phone or tablet.Tap “follow” in the upper right hand corner. And to hop over to Spotify…Open this link on your phone or tablet. Tap the “follow” button just under our show art. Troubleshooting: If the provided links don’t work, sim...2024-11-2502 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.9: Feeling Hopeful (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.9: Feeling Hopeful (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling HopefulStrategies: Mind and Body Check; Fluffy, Floaty, Fizzy Happy Dance (Mindful Movement)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Sea Dragons Info Mindful Movement GamesCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids2024-11-1810 min
StorypillarWelcome to Storypillar! (Episode guide for new listeners)Welcome to Storypillar! (Episode guide for new listeners)New to Storypillar!? Here’s a quick guide for navigating our silly, supportive, story-tastic episodes. Whether you love stories, are looking for cool facts, or need help with big emotions, Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and Meg will point you in the right direction. Happy listening, and we’re so very happy you’re here! Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Donate: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Shop: storypillarstore.threadless.com Crea...2024-11-1502 min
StorypillarStorypillar Full Episode 3.9: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Jamaica)Storypillar Full Episode 3.9: French Fries and Fur Cakes (Jamaica)Story: Two adventurous hutias on a quest to track down a magical acorn–and a lifetime supply of french fries–make a cheeky new friend and learn an important lesson about taking advice. Region: JamaicaSticky Situation: What do you do when it feels like everyone’s telling you what to do?Unstick Tricks by: Corbin (Age 12), Sanaya (Age 12)Feelings Focus: Taking advice; Compromising; Setting boundariesMake a donation! Support Storypillar!https://ko-fi.com/storyp...2024-11-1130 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.9: Lady Pirates, Radioactive Spas, and Greater Bulldog Bats in JamaicaSneak Attack!!! 3.9: Lady Pirates, Radioactive Spas, and Greater Bulldog Bats in JamaicaJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: JamaicaFacts: Negril Cliffs, Milk River Baths, Ackee and Saltfish Animals: Greater Bulldog BatJokes: Pirates and Bats! Links for Kids: -Jamaica Facts for Kids-Greater Bulldog Bat Facts-Anne Bonny and Mary Read, Lady Pirates (**Sensitive themes; grownups may want to preview this one.)-Ackee...2024-11-0412 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.8: Feeling Jumpy (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.8: Feeling Jumpy (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling jumpy, anxious, and a little spookedStrategies: Mind and Body Check; Worst Thing’s First (Mindfulness, coping)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Worry Stones Step-by-Step InstructionsHelp Kids Cope With AnxietyCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Boo...2024-10-2111 min
StorypillarStorypillar Full Episode 3.8: Shriek Your Spots Off! (Sri Lanka)Storypillar Full Episode 3.8: Shriek Your Spots Off! (Sri Lanka)Story: With help from an exuberant elephant, a timid leopard learns to boost her bravery and face her fears…and winds up with a brand-new, cheeky, shrieky friend.Region: Sri LankaSticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling intimidated?Unstick Tricks by: Parker (Age 15), Layla (Age 5)Feelings Focus: Facing fears; Setting boundariesCheck out our fantasterrific pod friends…Snoriezzz, Opal Watson: Private Eye, and The Kids Book Review Podcast: For Kids, by Kids!Shop a...2024-10-1528 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.8: Leading Ladies, Musical Bread Trucks, and Flowery Civet ButtsSneak Attack!!! 3.8: Leading Ladies, Musical Bread Trucks, and Flowery Civet ButtsJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Sri LankaFacts: First Female Prime Minister, Head Waggles, and Musical Bread TrucksAnimals: Golden Palm CivetsJokes: Bread and Caves! Links for Kids: Sri Lankan CavesThe Sri Lankan Head WaggleMusical Bread Trucks in Sri LankaGolden Palm Civet FactsCheck...2024-10-0711 min
StorypillarSparky Shorts: Dracula Makes Strudel! (Mini-episode)Sparky Shorts: Dracula Makes Strudel! (Mini-episode)Join Sparky and her pet rocks, Pinky and Dinky, for a silly story featuring her two favorite things from this month’s episodes. We’ll giggle our gizzards off, give our imaginations an extra silly workout, and Sparky’ll even teach us to talk like a chicken…Ba-GAWK!Sparky’s September Favorites: -Dracula’s Cave (From Sneak Attack!!! 3.7) -Strudel(From Doodle for Strudel, Full Episode 3.7)Talk Like a Chicken:Compromise: Bawk…bawk…bawkabawkabawka-BAWK!Feelings Focus: Compromising, Se...2024-09-3010 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.7: Feeling Ignored (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.7: Feeling Ignored (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind and body. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling ignored, unheard, and unseen Strategies: Mind and Body Check; Sparkle Like a Rainbow Glitter Disco Star (Mindfulness, coping, affirmations)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Inner Sparkle Star TemplateAffirmation Activities for Kids Check out our story-tastic pod friends…Koala Shine, Kitten and Clucky, and Bearil...2024-09-1611 min
StorypillarStorypillar Full Episode 3.7: Doodle for Strudel (Hungary)Storypillar Full Episode 3.7: Doodle for Strudel (Hungary)Story: A bossy boar with an ooey-gooey sweet tooth paints with mud, dances like a possessed worm, and–with a little help from some feisty, furry, fluttery friends–finally learns the true meaning of teamwork. Region: HungarySticky Situation: What do you do when you have to work with a bossy teammate?Unstick Tricks by: Charlotte (Age 7), Amelia Anne (Age 9)Feelings Focus: Setting boundaries, speaking up, compromisingCheck out our story-tastic pod friends…Koala Shine, Kitten and Clucky, and Be...2024-09-0928 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.7: Speedy Cubes, Spooky Caves, and Pine Marten Poop in Hungary (Mini-Episode)Sneak Attack!!! 3.7: Speedy Cubes, Spooky Caves, and Pine Marten Poop in HungaryJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: HungaryFacts: Caves and Rubik’s CubesAnimals: Pine MartensJokes: Rubber Duckies and Squirrels! Links for Kids: Hungary Facts for KidsRubik’s Cube FactsExploring Budapest’s Caves Pine Marten FactsPod Friends: Bearily Bear, Kitten and Clucky, Koala Shine, and Podcast 360I...2024-09-0212 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.6 Feeling LAZY (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.6 Feeling LAZY (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling lazy; Not wanting to do something Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Big Fluffy Marshmallow (Mindfulness, coping, expressing and regulating emotions)Links for Kids and their Grownups:Fun With MarshmallowsTips for Motivating and Encouraging KidsCheck out our story-tastic new pod friends…Koala Shin...2024-08-1911 min
StorypillarStorypillar Full Episode 3.6: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Chile)Storypillar Full Episode 3.6: Rainy With a Chance of Moon Cheese (Chile)Story: With some help from a tiny, cranky deer and an even tinier wildcat ninja, a pint-sized possum puts their moon cheese dreams on hold and takes responsibility for a horrible, boring, super soggy chore. Region: ChileSticky Situation: What do you do when you really, really don’t want to do what your grownups have asked you to do?Unstick Tricks by: Emmi (Age 8), Sage (Age 8)Feelings Focus: Taking responsibility, following through, managing dread and fr...2024-08-1228 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.6: Funny Fjords, Mighty Minis, and the Mapuche People in ChileSneak Attack!!! 3.6: Funny Fjords, Mighty Minis, and the Mapuche People in ChileJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: ChileFacts: The Mapuche PeopleAnimals: Monitos del Monte, Pudus, and KodkodsJokes: Cats and Pasta! Links for Kids: The Mapuche CultureChile Facts for KidsPudu FactsMonito del Monte FactsKodkod FactsCheck out our story-tastic new pod...2024-08-0512 min
StorypillarSummer Guest Episode: Dive into Newsy Pooloozi! (Bonus Episode)Summer Guest Episode: Dive into Newsy Pooloozi! (Bonus Episode)While Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and I are busy whipping our August episodes into shape, we thought your ears could use an extra refreshing treat to get you through the last few weeks of July. So…Grab a popsicle or 20, settle into your giant hotdog pool floaty, and let’s dive into some kid-friendly news stories from one of our favorite pod friends…Newsy Pooloozi! Join host Leela and her mom Lyndee for a peek at scrabble’s brand new makeover, a quick swim with some chatty whales...2024-07-2226 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.5 Feeling Sympathetic (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.5 Feeling Sympathetic (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling sympathetic; Empathy; Comforting a friend or loved one Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Mind-aids! (Mindfulness; Coping; Tokens of kindness)Sympathy and Empathy for Kids:-Books That Teach Empathy and Compassion -Empathy Bracelets-Printable Band-aid OutlineCheck out our news-tastic pod friend…N...2024-07-1509 min
StorypillarStorypillar Episode 3.5: The Story QueenStorypillar Episode 3.5: The Story QueenStory: With the help of a squeaky lizard, an angry turtle volcano, and two squabbling sisters, an imaginative princess opens her royal father’s mind to the magic and true value of stories.Region: The Basque CountrySticky Situation: What do you do when someone shoots down your idea?Unstick Tricks by: Alexa (Age 12), Eve (Age 7), and Daniel (Age 12)Feelings Focus: Speaking up, resilience, setting boundaries, keeping an open mind, respecting perspectivesCheck out our news-tastic pod friend, Newsy Pooloozi!Sh...2024-07-0827 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.5: Fast Balls, Angry Bulls, and Pyrenean Desmans in the Basque CountrySneak Attack!!! 3.5: Fast Balls, Angry Bulls, and Pyrenean Desmans in the Basque CountryJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Basque CountryFacts: Sailors and PeloteAnimals: Pyrenean DesmansJokes: Bulls and Ships! Links for Kids: Basque Country Facts for Kids Pelote Facts San Fermín Bull Running FactsPyrenean Desman FactsCheck out our news-tastic pod friend…Newsy Pooloozi!2024-07-0110 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.4: Feeling FURIOUS!!! (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.4: Feeling FURIOUS!!! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Furious, Enraged, Madder Than Mad!Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Be the Volcano! (Mindfulness; Breath Regulation; Coping with Anger)Coping With Anger Resources: -Helping Kids Cope With Anger-Anger Management for KidsCheck out our pod friends…-The Adventures of Power Dog...2024-06-1711 min
StorypillarThe Bunny and the Crow: Storypillar Episode 3.4The Bunny and the Crow: Episode 3.4Story: An annoyed big sister and her energetic little brother team up to rescue a treasured toy from a stuffy-loving crow. Region: The Yukon Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling cranky and irritated with a sibling?Unstick Tricks by: Charlotte (Age 8), Esme (Age 7), and Aviana (Age 7)Feelings Focus: Siblings, feeling irritated, setting boundaries, compromiseCheck out our pod friends!-The Adventures of Power Dog-Reach: A Space Podcast for Kids-Newsy Po...2024-06-1026 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.4: Cool Caribou, Broken Thermometers, and the Gwich’in Nation in the YukonSneak Attack!!! 3.4: Cool Caribou, Broken Thermometers, and the Gwich’in Nation in the YukonJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The YukonFacts: The Gwich’in Nation and Super Duper Freeze-tastic WeatherAnimals: CaribouJokes: Caribou and Icicles! Links for Kids: Interesting Yukon FactsGwich’in Book for Kids: The Delta is my HomeCaribou Facts for KidsGwich’in Facts for Kids Check...2024-06-0312 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.3 Feeling Discouraged (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.3 Feeling Discouraged (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Discouraged; Down; Hard on YourselfStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Alien Ambassador (Mindfulness; Affirmations)Affirmation Activities for kids:https://calmahoykids.co.uk/2021/06/28/strengths-based-affirmations-for-kids/ Check out our pod friends!-The Big Fib -ABC Story Sisters-The Adventures of Power Dog in D...2024-05-2010 min
StorypillarSEAL TIME!!! Storypillar Episode 3.3SEAL TIME!!!Storypillar Episode 3.3Story: A frustrated seal ditches the marbles, says “See ya, soccer ball!” and slips into the sea for a little swimming and saving lives. Go, Esther, go! Shine like a starfish!Region: Iran Sticky Situation: What do you do when you feel like you can’t do anything right?Unstick Trick by: Sage (Age 12)Feelings Focus: Feeling frustrated, feeling discouraged, self-confidence, celebrating strengthsCheck out our pod friends!-The Big Fib -ABC Story Sisters-The Advent...2024-05-1325 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.3: Caspian Seals, Fancy-schmancy Saffron, and Lava-hot Deserts in IranSneak Attack!!! 3.3: Caspian Seals, Fancy-schmancy Saffron, and Lava-hot Deserts in IranJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: IranFacts: Saffron, The Lut Desert, and Ancient RuinsAnimals: Caspian SealsJokes: Seals and Deserts! Links for Kids: Iran Facts for KidsCaspian Seal FactsAncient Ruins in IranWhy is Saffron More Expensive Than Gold?Finding the Hottest Place on Earth2024-05-0611 min
StorypillarHappy Earth Day, Chicken Tray! (Bonus Episode)Happy Earth Day, Chicken Tray! (Bonus Episode)Pull some weeds and plant a seed, it’s EARTH DAY!!! Join Sneak, Bean, Sparky, and Meg for a special-tastic Earth Day episode featuring…YOU, our listeners! We’ll hear all about your favorite ways to take care of the planet, share links to some Earth-friendly crafts and organizations, and celebrate our fantast-a-riff-a-roo monthly supporters, Ada and Rafi. A huge-tastic self-high five to: Eli, Hope, Artem, Annecy, Carter, Izzie, Erin, Jane, Polly, Sebastian, and Gabriel for sharing their Earth Day advice. Reuse, Recycle…and Recreate! Upcycled Earth Da...2024-04-2208 min
StorypillarBean-o-meter Check 3.2 Feeling…EVERYTHING! (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 3.2 Feeling…EVERYTHING! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling multiple feelings at onceStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Bird Sitting (Mindfulness; Naming Emotions)Importance of Naming Emotions:https://ourlittleplaynest.com/labelling-emotions-why-and-how-free-resource-guide-included/ Feelings Bingo:https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Emotions-Bingo-The-Best-Ideas-for-Kids.pdf Check out our pod friends!Cráneo and Bue...2024-04-1511 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! 3.2: Chicken Runs, Shell-o-tards, and Crawpappies in Acadiana (French Louisiana)Sneak Attack!!! 3.2: Chicken Runs, Shell-o-tards, and Crawpappies in Acadiana (French Louisiana)Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Acadiana (French Louisiana)Facts: Diversity and Mardi Gras Chicken RunsAnimals: Crawdads!Jokes: Rice and Ice cream Links for Kids: Acadiana Facts for KidsAcadiana CultureMardi Gras in AcadianaCrawfish Facts for KidsCrawfish and Rice AquacultureCheck out our new pod...2024-04-0112 min
StorypillarEar-cuperation Episode 4: Achoo-Boo! (Story Replay) Ear-cuperation Episode 4: Achoo-Boo! (Story Replay) Hold on to your ear pits, and get ready for our last Ear-cuperation Episode before jumping back into Season 3 of Storypillar! We’ll take another listen to Achoo-Boo! from Episode 2.6 and blast off to South Korea to help our friends Ara and Duri face their fears, climb a mountain, and find a much needed tissue :) And then, tiny hen…We’ll be back with the rest of Season 3 on Monday, 4/1/24! Hot honey cheese balls!Also…OUR STORYPILLAR STORE IS LIVE!!! Head to storypillarstore.threadless.com for t-shirts...2024-03-2515 min
StorypillarEar-cuperation Episode 3: Treetops, Giant Lakes, and Galagos in Ghana (Sneak Attack!!! 9 Replay) Ear-cuperation Episode 3: Treetops, Giant Lakes, and Galagos in Ghana (Sneak Attack!!! 9 Replay) While Meg’s off ear-cuperating, crack open a bag of broccoli or a mouth watering can of spaghetti and join us for another listen to Sneak Attack!!! 9 from Season One of Storypillar. Sneak will visit a giant lake, hang out in the treetops with some teeny but jump-tastic galago friends, and laugh his knee socks off with some amazing jokes featuring trees and bugs.Also…OUR STORYPILLAR STORE IS LIVE!!! Holy tomato toes! Head to storypillarstore.threadless.com for t-shirts, mugs, puzz...2024-03-1811 minStorypillarEar-cuperation Episode 1: Get Well Soon, Meg!!!Ear-cuperation Episode 1: Get Well Soon, Meg!!!Meg’s ear is under the weather, and–thanks to Sneak and Sparky–about to be covered in soup and bandaids :) Instead of our usual Sneak Attack!!!, we’ll explain a health-related pause to Season 3 of Storypillar, let you know what we have planned for March 2024, and get a handle on our worries with a Bean-o-meter Check blast from the past. Grownups, send any questions to info@storypillar.com, and see below for great resources to use when talking to kids about illness, change, and uncertainty. Talking A...2024-03-0510 minStorypillarFriends Are Not Sweaters (Storypillar Episode 3.1)Friends Are Not Sweaters (Storypillar Episode 3.1)Story: A golden eagle with dreams of being a cowboy learns a valuable lesson about showing appreciation…and how to differentiate between friends and sweaters.Region: Mongolia Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling unappreciated? Unstick Tricks by: Jimmy (Age 8), Jamie (Age 8) and Jayna (Age 4) Feelings Focus: Feeling unappreciated and taken for granted; showing appreciation; saying thank you; speaking up; setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mail...2024-02-2627 min
StorypillarSneak Attack!!! Season 3 Kickoff: Super Houses, Lunar New Year, and Yak Poop in MongoliaSneak Attack!!! Season 3 Kickoff: Super Houses, Lunar New Year, and Yak Poop in MongoliaJoin Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Mongolia Facts: Nomadism, Gers, and Lunar New Year Animals: Yaks and Golden Eagles Jokes: Yaks and Eagles! Links for Kids: -Mongolia Facts for Kids -Nomadism and Gers in Mongolia -Tsaagan Sar (Mongolian Lunar New Year) -Yak Facts for Kids -Young Female Eagle...2024-02-1911 minStorypillarWinter Story Sip 6: Party (Plan) ‘Til You Drop (Season 2 Story Replay) Winter Story Sip 6: Party (Plan) ‘Til You Drop (Season 2 Story Replay) We’re off to Pakistan for another amaze-tastic birthday bash with our friends, Dhole, Honey Badger, Porcupine, Owl, and Peacock…hopefully with more cake and fewer broken promises :) And then get your giggly goats ready for our Season 3 kickoff next Monday, 2/19/24! We CAN’T WAIT to explore even more stories, tackle the stickiest of situations, and laugh our lollipops off with you for another whole season.See you then!Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram...2024-02-1217 minStorypillarWinter Story Sip 5: Little Monkeys…BIG TIGER!!! (Winter Break Story Replay) Winter Story Sip 5: Little Monkeys…BIG TIGER!!! (Winter Break Story Replay) Grab some jungle jerky and fire up the old time machine, because we’re taking a blast to the past to listen to the very first episode of Storypillar EVER! Join us this week for another taste of Little Monkeys…BIG TIGER!!! from Season 1, Episode 1. Also, Meg keeps getting sick, so we’re pushing Season 3’s big debut back one week to Monday, February 19, 2024.And…we’re almost ready to launch our STORYPILLAR ONLINE STORE!!! We’ll have t-shirts, puzzles, mugs…and other fantasterrif...2024-02-0513 minStorypillarWinter Story Sip 4: Llama Drama False Alarm-a (Season 2 Story Replay) Winter Story Sip 4: Llama Drama False Alarm-a (Season 2 Story Replay) Grab a saddle and dust off your dancing shoes! We’re heading back to New England to bust a groove move with Ella and her silly new friends for this week’s Winter Story Sip: Llama Drama False Alarm-a from Episode 2.8.And…we’re almost ready to launch our STORYPILLAR ONLINE STORE!!! We’ll have t-shirts, puzzles, mugs…and other fantasterrific trinkets with our faces plastered all over them. :) Keep an eye out for the link…coming soon in February 2024. See you for Season 3 on Mo...2024-01-2916 minStorypillarWinter Story Sip 3: Rabbits Don’t Climb Trees (Season 2 Story Replay) Winter Story Sip 3: Rabbits Don’t Climb Trees (Season 2 Story Replay)Get your climbing paws ready for this week’s sass-tastic Winter Story Sip! Bean’s heading back to The Smoky Mountains to hang out with Sass, Smudge, and Tulip from Episode 2.5 and pick up a few tips for setting boundaries with an unkind friend. And…we’re almost ready to launch our STORYPILLAR ONLINE STORE!!! We’ll have t-shirts, puzzles, mugs…and other fantasterrific trinkets with our faces plastered all over them. :) Keep an eye out for the link…coming soon in February 2024.See you for Season 3...2024-01-2216 minStorypillarWinter Story Sip 2: Stand Tall and Samba (Season 2 Story Replay)Winter Story Sip 2: Stand Tall and Samba (Season 2 Story Replay)Get your ear straws ready for this week’s samba-licious Winter Story Sip! This week, Sparky and Meg are blasting back to Brazil to shake it with Beatriz, Sapo, Porco, Ara, and a super special-tastic magic plant. Take a listen…and let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child’s Season 2 favorites. Use subject line Season 2 Story Replays. See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24!!! HELP US WIN A SONIC BLOOM PEOPLE’S CHOICE...2024-01-1516 minStorypillarWinter Story Sip 1: Cinn-A-Rhythm (Season 2 Story Replay)Winter Story Sip 1: Cinn-A-Rhythm Pull up a carrot-shaped chair and settle in for our very first WINTER STORY SIP OF 2024! Each Monday we’re on break, we’ll replay some of YOUR favorite episodes from Season 2…like a sip of something hot and sweet and yumma-riff-a-storypillar-tastic…for your ears. 😆 This week, we’re headed back to Denmark to visit our friends Kat, Hund, Fugl, and their delicious cinnamon rugbrød. Let us know what YOU want to hear next week! Grownups, email info@storypillar.com with your or your child’s favorites–subject line, Season 2 Story Replays. See you for Season...2024-01-0815 minStorypillarSeason 2 THANK YOU!!! Season 2 THANK YOU!!! We had a fun-tast-a-riff-a-roo time exploring stories, sillies, and Sticky Situations with you this season, and could not possibly have made it through without all of YOU!!! So-o-o-o, cookie dough…this week’s episode is all about YOU and how grateful we are to have you in our Storypillar family. ♥️ THANK YOU!!! See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24! And… HELP US WIN A SONIC BLOOM PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Vote for Storypillar here before January 15, 2024. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypil...2024-01-0113 minStorypillarSEASON 2 FINALE!!! Turnips and Lumpy CakesSEASON 2 FINALE!!! Turnips and Lumpy Cakes (Storypillar Episode 2.10)Story: Join Petra–our new friend with a serious Christmas cake obsession–her trusty, scruffy piglet, and a human, but very mossy toadstool for a magical lesson about appreciating what you have…even when you’re feeling a little greedy. Region: Germany Sticky Situation: What do you do when you realize you’ve been a little greedy? Unstick Tricks by: Colin (Age 14) and Anaya (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Feeling greedy, Coping with disappointment, Making amends We want to know which Season 2 s...2023-12-2527 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.9: Feeling Pensive (Mini-episode) Bean-o-meter Check 2.9: Feeling Pensive (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Pensive Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check Snowflake Sensory Bottle: https://homeschoolpreschool.net/winter-snowflake-sensory-bottle/ Dancing Snowflake Meditation: https://www.greenchildmagazine.com/winter-guided-meditation-for-kids-dancing-snowflakes/ Little-known December Holidays: National Bacon Day Day of the Ninja Monkey Day Info/G...2023-12-2109 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.9: Christmas Pyramids, Stollen, and Squeaky-clean Badgers in Germany Sneak Attack!!! 2.9: Christmas Pyramids, Stollen, and Squeaky-clean Badgers in Germany Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Germany Jokes: Christmas Trees and Cake! Links for Kids: European Badger Facts German Holiday Traditions Stollen Recipe Little-known December Holidays: National Bacon Day Day of the Ninja Monkey Day Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar 2023-12-1909 minStorypillarParty (Plan) 'Til You DropParty (Plan) ‘Til You Drop Storypillar Episode 2.9 Story: A dreamy crocodile, prickly porcupine, and sleepy owl discover the importance of keeping their word…and that birthday parties are always better with cake. Region: Pakistan Sticky Situation: What do you do if a friend breaks a promise? Unstick Tricks by: Leo (Age 10) and Caden (Age 7) Feelings Focus: Broken promises, Feeling let down, Earning and giving trust, Making amends Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join...2023-12-1126 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.8: Feeling Disappointed (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 2.8: Feeling Disappointed (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling DisappointedStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Unlucky/Lucky DuckiesHelping Kids Cope with Disappointment: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-help-kids-cope-with-disappointment Dormant Frogs Info: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-do-frogs-survive-wint/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Joi...2023-12-0707 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.8: Mega Mountains, Super Soccer Balls, and Delightful Dholes in Pakistan (Mini-Episode) Sneak Attack!!! 2.8: Mega Mountains, Super Soccer Balls, and Delightful Dholes in Pakistan (Mini-Episode)Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off!Region: PakistanJokes: Soccer and Canines!Links for Kids:Pakistan Facts for KidsSialkot Soccer BallsDhole FactsInfo/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.Support Us:https://ko-fi.com/storypillar...2023-12-0508 minStorypillarLlama Drama False Alarm-a Llama Drama False Alarm-a Storypillar Episode 2.8 Story: After a few spitballs, some pig farts, and a late-night romp in a creepy forest, a wary llama learns to embrace her forever farm family. Region: New England Sticky Situation: How do you know if a new friend is trustworthy? Unstick Tricks by: Lev (Age 4) and Lucy (Age 5) Feelings Focus: Feeling wary, Feeling hurt, Earning and giving trust, Making new friends This giving Tuesday, please consider a donation to Lilypads Housing: https://www.lilypadshousing.org/donate ...2023-11-2726 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.7: Feeling Grateful (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 2.7: Feeling Grateful (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling GratefulStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice CheckA huge-tasteriffic shoutout to…Jamie, Jayna, Alex, Eli, and Grace for your turkey-tastic gratitude sound bites! Thankful Turkeys Activity:https://busytoddler.com/teaching-toddlers-to-be-thankful/ This giving Tuesday, please consider supporting our friends at…Lilypads Hou...2023-11-2307 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.7: Lollipops, Sideburns, and Super Star-nosed Moles in New England (Mini-Episode) Sneak Attack!!! 2.7: Lollipops, Sideburns, and Super Star-nosed Moles in New England (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: New England Jokes: Moles and Lollipops! Links for Kids: The History of Sideburns Paper House Lollipop Origins Star-nosed Mole Facts Check out our pod friends:Little News Ears YouTube Channel Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar 2023-11-2108 minStorypillarLiz-owl-ard vs. ButterfangLiz-owl-ard vs. ButterfangStorypillar Episode 2.7Story: A tiny deer with big fangs flaps off to the treetops to turn the tricky tables on her mischievous lizard friend.Region: MalaysiaSticky Situation: What do you do when someone plays an unkind trick?Unstick Tricks by: Isaac (Age 12) and Ksenyah (Age 11)Feelings Focus: Feeling tricked, scared, and betrayed; Speaking up; Setting boundariesInfo/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing listSupport Us:2023-11-1326 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.6: Feeling Overwhelmed (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 2.6: Feeling Overwhelmed (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Overwhelmed Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Sloth Soup (Mindfulness) Creepy Crawly Mindfulness with Like You Podcast:https://likeyoupodcast.com/podcast/130-creepy-crawly-mindfulness/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: ...2023-11-0909 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.6: Colossal Caves, Lofty Lizards, and Mini Mouse Deer in Malaysia (Mini-Episode)Sneak Attack!!! 2.6: Colossal Caves, Lofty Lizards, and Mini Mouse Deer in Malaysia (Mini-Episode)Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off!Region: MalaysiaJokes: Bats and Lizards!Links for Kids:Malaysia Facts for KidsSarawak Chamber FactsMillions of Hungry BatsMouse Deer FactsFlying Lizard FactsInfo/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.2023-11-0709 minStorypillarAchoo-BOO! Storypillar Episode 2.6: Achoo-BOO! Story: Duri is on a desperate hunt for a tissue–easier said than done if you happen to be a shy, sneezy ghost. Luckily, she runs–er, floats–into Ara, a new friend also on an important quest. Together, they climb mountains and tackle fears…with plenty of giggles and achoo-boos along the way. Region: South Korea Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling scared? Unstick Tricks by: Bea (Age 5) and Asher (Age 6) Feelings Focus: Facing fears; Trying new things; Reciprocating kindness Check out our AMAZETASTIC pod friends: -Asher and Kristen from Culture Kids Podcast -M...2023-10-3025 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.5: Feeling Scared with Fred the Dog from What if World Podcast! (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 2.5: Feeling Scared with Fred the Dog from What if World Podcast! (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Scared Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Baby Brain Steps Check out our AMAZETASTIC pod friends: Mr. Eric, Fred the Dog, and JFKat from What if World Facing Fears Books for Kids:https://www.readbrig...2023-10-2610 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.5: Toilets, Mud, and Deer Fangs in South Korea (Mini-Episode) Sneak Attack!!! 2.5: Toilets, Mud, and Deer Fangs in South Korea (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: South KoreaJokes: Toilets and Deer!Links for Kids: South Korea FactsSiberian Musk Deer Facts Mr. Toilet House Nap CafesBoryeong Mud FestivalInfo/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy...2023-10-2408 minStorypillarRabbits Don’t Climb TreesStorypillar Episode 2.5: Rabbits Don’t Climb TreesStory: A sneezy rabbit, quippy snail, and one extremely proud possum learn a thing or two about setting boundaries…and somehow figure out how to get animals with no climbing skills whatsoever up a giant tree. Region: The Cherokee Ancestral Lands (The Smoky Mountains) Sticky Situation: What do you do when a friend is unkind? Unstick Tricks by: Alex (Age 7), and Addie (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Speaking up; empathy; setting boundaries Trail of Tears Resources: https://historyforkids.org/trail-of-tears/ https://kids.kiddle.co/Trail_of_Tears Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @stor...2023-10-1626 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.4: Feeling Spacey (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 2.4: Feeling Spacey (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Spacey Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Fluffy Little Cloud Meditation Relaxing With Clouds:https://kidsrelaxation.com/clouds-the-ultimate-inspiration-for-relaxation/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg L...2023-10-1208 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.4: Smoke, Salamanders, and Deer Tigers in the Ancestral Cherokee Lands/Smoky Mountains (Mini-Episode) Sneak Attack!!! 2.4: Smoke, Salamanders, and Deer Tigers in the Ancestral Cherokee Lands/Smoky Mountains (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: The Ancestral Cherokee Lands (Smoky Mountains) Jokes: Mountains and Cats! Links: Cherokee Facts for Kids Great Smoky Mountain National Park Why are the Smoky Mountains Smokey? Cougar Facts Trail of Tears Resources: https://historyforkids.org/trail-of-tears/ https://kids.kiddle.co/Trail_of_Tears Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please...2023-10-1009 minStorypillarStand Tall and SambaStand Tall and Samba Storypillar Episode 2.4 Story: A tiny frog, a jolly porcupine, and an exuberant macaw help a budding botanist find her inner strength…and shimmy out a samba or two. Region: Brazil Sticky Situation: How do you stand up for a friend? Unstick Tricks by: Arabella (Age 5), Julian and Addie (Ages 5 and 11), and Izzy (Age 6) Feelings Focus: Standing up for a friend; empathy; setting boundaries Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Story Written by: Molly Murphy of Do...2023-10-0226 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.3: Feeling Annoyed (Mini-episode)Bean-o-meter Check 2.3: Feeling Annoyed (Mini-episode)Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling AnnoyedStrategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Irritation Investigation Calming Angry Feelings With Yoga: https://lemonlimeadventures.com/5-simple-ways-help-children-calm-angry-feelings-yoga-free-printable/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening! Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewi...2023-09-2807 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.3: Rainforests, Rhinos, and Hairy Helicopter Tree Hoppers in Brazil (Mini-Episode) Sneak Attack!!! 2.3: Rainforests, Rhinos, and Hairy Helicopter Tree Hoppers in Brazil (Mini-Episode)Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off!Region: BrazilJokes: Rhinos and Bugs!Links:Brazil FactsBrazilian Treehopper FactsProtecting the AmazonCacareco (City Council Rhinoceros)Info/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.Support Us:https://ko-fi.com/storypillar2023-09-2608 minStorypillarOwl for One and One for Owl Owl for One and One for Owl Storypillar Episode 2.3 Story: Three rascally owl chicks help a cranky taro farmer discover that our loved-ones are always with us. Region: Hawaii Sticky Situation: What do you do to feel better when you miss someone you love? Unstick Tricks by: Arabella (Age 5), Bea (Age 5), Julian (Age 5); with help from Addie (Age 11) Feelings Focus: Missing someone special Curious about the owls featured in this episode? Check out these Pueo Facts Info/Get in Touch: Website...2023-09-1825 minStorypillarBean-o-meter Check 2.2: Feeling Relieved (Mini-episode) Bean-o-meter Check 2.2: Feeling Relieved (Mini-episode) Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too. Feelings Focus: Feeling Relieved Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Feelings Snapshot Meditation for Kids: https://www.greenchildmagazine.com/guided-relaxation-happy-heart/ Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/stor...2023-09-1407 minStorypillarSneak Attack!!! 2.2: Hot Lava and Cool Chameleons in Hawaii (Mini-Episode) Sneak Attack!!! 2.2: Hot Lava and Cool Chameleons in Hawaii (Mini-Episode) Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off! Region: Hawaii Jokes: Volcanoes and Lizards Links: Hawaii Facts for Kids Jackson’s Chameleon Moon Training Food Forests Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please su...2023-09-1208 minStorypillarCinn-a-RhythmStorypillar Episode 2.2 Story: A sneaky cat and her cheerful hound sidekick discover that friends’ feelings are worth much more than a hunk of bread–even when it’s hot, fluffy and sprinkled with cinnamon.Region: Denmark Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re feeling guilty? Unstick Trick by: Xavier, Age 12 Feelings Focus: Guilt, Friendship Check us out on Twinkl’s list of Best Educational Podcasts for Homeschoolers! Read the blog post here. Educators, check out Twinkl’s downloadable, standards-aligned curriculum materials here. Rugbrød Re...2023-09-0425 minStorypillarBlue With Envy (SEASON 2 PREMIERE!) Storypillar Episode 2.1: Blue With Envy (SEASON 2 PREMIERE!)Story: With a little help from a magic (but slightly annoying) cow, a jealous big sister steps out of her brother’s shadow and learns to truly shine.Region: BotswanaSticky Situation: What do you do to feel better when you’re jealous?Unstick Trick by: Annecy, Age 10Feelings Focus: Jealousy, Self-worthInfo/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing listSupport Us:https://ko-fi.com...2023-08-2126 minStorypillarSummer Story Snack 5: Why is That Teakettle Flying??? Summer Story Snack 5: Why is That Teakettle Flying??? Last Story Snack of the summer! Pull up a rainbow sprinkle popsicle surprise and settle in for another listen to our friends Kaito and Stripe from episode five. And then…we’re back for Season 2 next Monday, 8/21/23!!! HOLY CHEESE BALLS!!! We can’t wait to see you then :) Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg Lewis Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges Produced by And...2023-08-1414 minStorypillarSummer Story Snack 4: Mighty as a Mouse Summer Story Snack 4: Mighty as a Mouse Get your ears ready for another yumtastic Story Snack, and join us for Mighty as a Mouse from Episode 4. One more Story Snack next week, and then we’re back on Monday, 8/21/23 for Season 2. Grownups–know a kid with great advice for handling jealousy or guilt? We’d love to hear from them! Head to www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks for next steps. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Meg...2023-08-0716 minStorypillarSummer Story Snack 3: Sticks and Stones Summer Story Snack 3: Sticks and Stones Get your ice, cold Story Snack! Join us for another taste of Sticks and Stones from Episode 9. See you on Monday, 8/14/23 for Season 2, and check back next Monday for one more tastetasteriffic Story Snack! HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Meg Lewis Storypillar Theme Song: Lyrics by Me...2023-07-3119 minStorypillarSummer Story Snack 2: Wet Wings Never Win Summer Story Snack 2: Wet Wings Never Win Story Snack Alert! Join us for another little taste of Wet Wings Never Win from Episode 7. Bring your ear fork (or spoon)! See you on Monday, 8/14/23 for Season 2, and check back on Mondays between now and then for more delish-eriffic Story Snacks. And… HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and...2023-07-2417 minStorypillarTHANK YOU, Storypillar Friends! THANK YOU, Storypillar Friends! One last episode of season one in honor of…YOU! We are fantasteriffically grateful that you joined our Storypillar family this season! We can’t thank you enough, and are excited to tackle more stories and sticky situations with you in season 2, starting Monday, 8/14/23. HELP US WIN A PEOPLE’S CHOICE PODCAST AWARD! (Please:) Head to https://www.podcastawards.com/ and vote for Storypillar in the Kids and Family Category before July 31, 2023. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Created, Written, and Produced by: Me...2023-07-1011 minStorypillarChameleon's Big Win (SEASON 1 FINALE) Chameleon's Big Win (SEASON 1 FINALE) Story: A sneaky chameleon learns that friends are worth much more than winning. Region: Ghana Sticky Situation: What do you do when something feels really unfair? Unstick Trick by: Raquel, Age 7, Grace, Age 6 and Jamie, Age 7 *Feelings Focus: Fairness and Cheating Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar WE NEED YOUR HELP! Grownups, check out our Summer Break Survey...2023-07-0326 minStorypillarThe Sun Will Come Out…On Tuesday Storypillar Episode 10 Story: The Sun Will Come Out…On Tuesday A brave big sister bounces on a cloud, rides a leaping whale…and finds the strength to do the right thing. Region: Wales Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re really dreading something? Unstick Trick by: Julia, Age 12 and Selah, Age 6 *Feelings Focus: Feeling Dread, Doing the Right Thing Guest Narrator: Michelle Nott Website: https://www.authormichellenott.com Facebook – Michelle’s Kid Lit Bookshelf Twitter – @MimiLRN Instagram – @michnott Michelle's recent book, Teddy Let’s Go! is available wherever books are sold. For a signed copy, please order from Park Road Books...2023-06-1927 minStorypillarSticks and StonesStorypillar Episode 9 Story: Sticks and Stones Two siblings overcome their differences on a quest for a magic bird…and discover a thing or two about true wealth. Region: Spain Sticky Situation: What do you do when you’re bored and having trouble being patient? Unstick Trick by: Amelia Anne, Age 7 *Feelings Focus: Patience, Controlling Impulses, Mindfulness (Distraction) Summer Break Survey Link: Tell us what YOU want to hear during our summer break. Info/Get in Touch: Website: www.storypillar.com Instagram: @storypillar Join our mailing list. Support Us: https://ko-fi.com/storypillar Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love list...2023-06-0526 minStorypillarCowoperation Storypillar Episode 8Story: CowoperationA book-loving cow herd bests her wicked stepmother with help from some large, slobbery friends.Region: SerbiaSticky Situation: What do you do when something seems impossible?Unstick Trick by: Roma, Age 7*Feelings Focus: Teamwork, Working Together, PersistenceInfo/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.Support Us:https://ko-fi.com/storypillarPlease subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!...2023-05-2225 min
StorypillarWet Wings Never WinStorypillar Episode 7Story: Wet Wings Never WinA tiny but mighty dragonfly teaches a mustachioed monkey king a lesson in kindness.Region: The PhilippinesSticky Situation: What do you do when someone refuses to help you?Unstick Trick by: Farhan, Age 12*Feelings Focus: Empathy, Reciprocating KindnessInfo/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.Support Us:https://ko-fi.com/storypillarPlease subscribe, rate, and review wherever you...2023-05-0826 minStorypillarStorypillar TrailerStorypillar is a podcast for kids and their grownups. Together with Sneak, Bean, and Meg, we’ll tackle the sticky situations kids face as they grow and change. To guide us, we’ll explore stories from all over the world and pick up advice from our listeners along the way. Full episodes every other Monday starting 2/27/23.Info/Get in Touch:Website: www.storypillar.comInstagram: @storypillarJoin our mailing list.Support Us:https://ko-fi.com/storypillarPlease subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!2023-02-0802 min