Podcast
Story Shed
Children's storytelling podcast for kids of all ages. A new and original story each episode. Stories with a heart, designed to encourage discussion... Perfect for parents and teachers! A family friendly podcast which can be used for school assemblies, car journeys, bedtime, anytime! Proud member of Kids Listen, a grass roots organisation promoting content just for children. Your new favourite kid's podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Sammy's Seacret
Dec 05 2022
Episode forty one of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Sammy's Seacret; a story about a boy who lives in s sleepy seaside town in England, a boy who struggles at school, a boy who doesn't really have many friends, a boy who one day discovers something incredible on the beach which will change his life forever...As always, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss what we have just heard - parents and teache...more
Raffi Roo and Her Magic Shoes
Oct 11 2022
Episode forty of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Raffi Roo and Her Magic Shoes - a story about a little girl who loves to dance but struggles to keep up at her first ever dance class. One day she finds some shoes in a skip - ruby red like the planet Mars, sparkling with the sparkle of a thousand stars - can these shoes help her to overcome her fears and dance with her classmates in a show?As always, after the story we are joined by Little H...more
The Tail of the Twonicorn
Jul 13 2022
Episode thirty nine of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features The Tail of the Twonicorn - a story about Little Rainbow, whose parents are shocked to see that she has been born with... two horns! She's not a unicorn, she's a twonicorn! How will Little Rainbow survive in a world designed exclusively for one-horned animals? As always, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss what we have just heard - parents and ...more
Isabella Umbrella and Gary Ballerina
Apr 08 2022
Episode thirty eight of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features two stories from the early days of Story Shed - Isabella Umbrella and Gary Ballerina; rerecorded and re-discussed. Isabella Umbrella, a rhyming story about a girl who has an unusual habit of carrying an umbrella everywhere she goesGary Ballerina, a rhyming story about a boy frustrated by his unusual surnameAs always, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss w...more
The Greatest Sandwich in the History of the World Ever
Feb 03 2022
Episode thirty seven of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features The Greatest Sandwich in the History of the World Ever - a story about brother and sister, Suki and Kam, who are faced with making a sandwich themselves for the first time in their lives. What will they add to it? And will it really be the Greatest Sandwich in the History of the World Ever?As always, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss what we have just ...more
Mr Arrabiatto
Jan 03 2022
Episode thirty six of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Mr Arrabbiato, a story about a boy called Tom and his next door neighbour, Mr Arrabiatto, who never gives Tom his footballs back when he boots them over the fence. Tom wishes he could get Mr Arrabiatto back somehow... and one day he gets his wishAs always, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss what we have just heard - parents and teachers, please pause the...more
The Horse Had Hiccups
Oct 14 2021
Episode thirty five of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features The Horse Had Hiccups... a story about the animals on Butterbarn Farm, who seem to be suffering from various illnesses all of a sudden. What will Farmer Jane do? She just isn't sure. How on earth is she going to find a cure? As always, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss what we have just heard - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and do...more
The Wibbles and The Wobbles
Sep 12 2021
Episode thirty four of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features The Wibbles and the Wobbles - a story about The Wibbles who live happily in Wibbleton and the Wobbles who are content with their life in Wobbleton. The Wibbles live in tall houses, the Wobbles have long, flat homes towns. The Wibbles ride their bikes on the right hand side of the road, whereas the Wobbles ride theirs on the left. The Wibbles wear clothes of red, blue and yellow but the Wobb...more
Dorothy Doggins
Jul 30 2021
Episode thirty three of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Dorothy Doggins - a story about a dog who likes to go jogging with her boy, Mamu...Oh yes indeed she liked to run at speed To dart and chase to sprint and raceTo scamper and scurry - quick, off in a hurry You’ve never met someone so keen to jogNeither human or horse neither cat nor dogThat’s right, Dorothy, to her family known as Dotty About jogging was absolutely potty Once again, after th...more
The Story Shed
May 10 2021
Episode thirty two of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features The Story Shed - a story about a brother and sister, Ali and Amira, who go on incredible adventures every time they enter the rather ordinary looking shed at the bottom of their garden. Join them as they escape pirates, discover rare animals and save runaway trains...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please...more
The Great Lost Sock Mystery
Apr 08 2021
Episode thirty one of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features The Great Lost Sock Mystery. Have you ever wondered where all your lost socks go? Why do we end up with so many odd socks? They can't just disappear in thin air... Well, we have a few theories we'd like to share with you. So join us as we try and solve the Great Lost Sock Mystery...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - pa...more
Bumble Be Good!
Mar 04 2021
Episode thirty of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Bumble Be Good! - a story all about a busy little bee who one day realises her hive isn't exactly the fairest place to live. Why is it that the girls have to do all the work? Why is it only the queen who gets to eat the royal jelly? Why isn't she allowed to leave the hive and explore the woods? Maybe it is time for a change...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, ...more
Grandad Beardless
Feb 03 2021
Episode twenty nine of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Grandad Beardless - another story about a grandad with a big beard, a very big beard indeed. So big, in fact, he uses it to keep things in - plasters, ping pong balls, nail scissors, sachets of salt - you name it! But one morning, as Grandad is enjoying a nice cup of tea in the garden, he suddenly feels a terrible itch beneath his beard....Once again, after the story we are joined by Little ...more
Julie Jumble
Jan 03 2021
Episode twenty-eight of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features Julie Jumble- a rhyming story about a girl who mixes up her words. She calls a butterfly a flutterby; a car park is a par cark and jelly beans are belly jeans! She doesn't worry about it much, in fact it seems to make people smile, until she starts school... where some people aren't so kind about Julie's muddled up language...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little...more
Luke Warm
Jul 24 2020
Episode twenty-seven of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features Luke Warm - a rhyming story about a 12 year-old boy whose answer to most questions is 'alright', or 'fine', or maybe, just maybe, 'good'. What has happened to the enthusiastic little boy he used to be? And will that little boy ever re-appear? Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, p...more
Jenny and the Giant
Jun 09 2020
Episode twenty-six of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features Jenny and the Giant - a rhyming story about Jenny (and her dog, Chester), who come across something really rather remarkable on their local beach one evening. Did the cliffs really just move? Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and do the same with your little ones. Enjoy! Get in touch ...more
Remy Remote
May 02 2020
Episode twenty-five of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features Remy Remote - a rhyming story about a typical house in a typical town and girl who wishes she could escape the noise and chaos of her own family. But what would life really be like if you could pause your family whenever you wanted? Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and do the same w...more
Movie Shed Episode Two: Trolls + The Boxtrolls
Apr 27 2020
Episode Two of Movie Shed, a film club podcast made for kids, by kidsThis episode features Trolls (2016) and The Boxtrolls (2014) - two movies that feature, well, trolls...But which one will come out on top, the Hollywood mega hit, Trolls, or the lesser known and altogether more scrungy, The Boxtrolls? Join Leo, Bel and Ida as they digest and dissect the films before giving them a score out of 10 sheds. Listen out at the end of the podcast to find out what our next two films will be - and hopefu...more
Movie Shed Episode One: Coco + The Book of Life
Apr 13 2020
Episode One of Movie Shed, a film club podcast made for kids, by kidsThis episode features Coco (2017) and The Book of Life (2014) - two movies that centre around the Mexican festival, The Day of the Dead. What will happen when we compare and contrast these two titles? Will the might of Disney/Pixar win out? Or will The Book of Life sneak it? Join Leo, Bel and Ida as they digest and dissect the films before giving them a score out of 10 sheds. Listen out at the end of the podcast to find out wha...more
The Ugly Duckling
Apr 02 2020
Episode twenty-four of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features The Ugly Duckling, the classic tale originally by Hans Christian Anderson. Do you ever feel like you don't fit in? This is the tale of the duckling who didn't know where in the world she belonged. Join her as she explores the world around her and discovers herselfOnce again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, p...more
Peter's Purple Pants
Mar 06 2020
Episode twenty-two of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features Peter's Purple Pants - a little bit of a sad story about Peter, who wears the same pair of purple trousers every single day. Grown ups, this is a story that deals with bereavement, but hopefully in an accessible and engaging way for your little ones. If you are concerned that this topic is a little heavy then episode twenty-three is also live right now... Once again, after the story we ar...more
How the Koala Lost Its Tail
Mar 06 2020
Episode twenty-three of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages.This episode features How the Koala Lost Its Tail, an old aboriginal folktale from Australia. Have you ever looked at a koala's bottom? If you do, you will notice that there isn't really anything there - but did you know that the koala used to have a tail? Check out this episode to find out how he lost it...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - ...more
Alphabetter
Dec 18 2019
Episode twenty-one of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Alphabetter - a rhyme about about all the undiscovered words we could be using to practise our ABCs.... as well as a reading of A Visit From St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore, because, well, because it's Christmas! Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and do the same with your l...more
Shrew Do You Think You Are?
Nov 17 2019
Episode twenty of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Shrew Do You Think You Are? - a story about Shrewart, a shrew whose world is turned upside down when he meets Shrewdy - another shrew who makes him realise his family are a little different to the norm...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and do the same with your little ones. Enjoy! Get ...more
Grandad Beard
Sep 26 2019
Episode nineteen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Grandad Beard - a story about a grandad with a big beard, a very big beard indeed. So big, in fact, he uses it to keep things in - pens, sandwiches, light bulbs; whatever you need, Grandad Beard is sure to have it tucked up in his beard somewhere...Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and...more
Be More Girly, Shirley
Sep 12 2019
Episode eighteen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Be More Girly, Shirley - a story about a little girl who doesn't like 'girly' things - she finds it difficult to fit in and has to deal with people always telling her to 'Be more girly, Shirley'. Surely Shirley can be Shirley without being girly? Once again, after the story we are joined by Little Helpers, Bel and Ida, to discuss the story - parents and teachers, pleas...more
Down Town
Jun 30 2019
Episode seventeen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Down Town - a story about all the different jobs in a typical town, and one man, Mark, who doesn't have a job...or even a home. Will he get the help he needs to get himself out of his situation? Once again, after the story we are joined by Leo and Bel, the Little Helpers to discuss the story - parents and teachers, please pause the podcast and do the same with your little ones. Enjoy! Ge...more
What's Your Favourite?
May 12 2019
Episode sixteen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features What's Your Favourite? - a rhyme about choosing some of your favourite things in the world. What's your favourite ice cream flavour? Where's your favourite place to be? What's your favourite smell? Join us as we consider some of these vital questions! Once again, after the story we are joined again by Bel, Leo and Ida to discuss some of their favourite things - parents and te...more
Ida's Dreams
Apr 12 2019
Episode fifteen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. Celebrating one year of Story Shed! Whoop Whoop! This episode features Ida's Dreams - a rhyming story about a busy, busy little girl who gets up to all sorts of fun during the day (gloves made of mud, anyone?). But it's at nighttime when her real adventures begin - whatever object she falls asleep with determines where she goes. What kingdom, what jungle, what planet will she explore? Join us and dive into ...more
Mo Porridge, Mo Problems
Mar 11 2019
Episode fourteen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Mo Porridge, Mo Problems. A rhyming story inspired by the folktale The Magic Porridge Pot. Mo and his family don't have much money but their fortunes change when Mo is presented with an incredible gift. But who is watching Mo from the bushes? Who has their eyes on that magic pot? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the...more
José Noway
Feb 10 2019
Episode thirteen of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features a little boy called José who is afraid to try new things. His response to any invitation is always 'no'. Can a girl who joins his school change his ways? Or is José destined to live a life free from adventure? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and do the same with yo...more
Hana Claus
Dec 16 2018
Episode twelve of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This festive episode features Hana Claus. A rhyming story about Santa's long forgotten sister, Hana. She has spent her life stuck in the offices of the North Pole, running Brand Claus. Will she ever realise her dream of making toys and delivering them to children around the world, just like her famous brother? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages ...more
Phillip the Cat
Nov 26 2018
Episode eleven of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Phillip the Cat. A rhyming story about a cat who lives on the streets and has a rather unfortunate appearance. He gets kicked out of this home and that, all because he doesn't look like a normal cat. Will he find his way back to the house he once lived in? Will he ever see the girl with the tangled red hair again? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the ...more
Freckle Face Grace
Oct 26 2018
Episode ten of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Freckle Face Grace. A rhyming story about a girl called Grace who is embarrassed about the freckles on her face. When a new TV show comes to her school, could Grace be persuaded to think differently? This story was suggested by a listener and is the first Story Shed story to be inspired by one of you guys listening out there! Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss ...more
Paul's Pencil
Sep 27 2018
Episode nine of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Paul's Pencil. A rhyming story inspired by the ancient Chinese story, The Magic Paintbrush. A tale about a young boy who finds a quite remarkable pencil in his local park - will this pencil bring him all that he desires? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and do the same with y...more
Where's Your Punctuation Pamela?
Aug 29 2018
Episode eight of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Where's Your Punctuation Pamela? A rhyming story about a girl with a huge imagination and a passion for writing. However, her teacher is more interested in punctuation rather than her wonderful ideas. Will she be able to realise her full potential? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please...more
Even Steven and Messy Jessy
Jul 25 2018
Episode seven of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Even Steven and Messy Jessy, a rhyming story about two very different siblings - one who is very organised and tidy and one who, well, isn't. Can Steven and Jessy live happily together or will their different personalities cause problems? Once again, after the story we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and...more
Mixed Up Mary
Jul 12 2018
Episode six of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Mixed Up Mary, a rhyming story about a young girl who enjoys some rather unusual food combinations (chicken fudge, anyone?) Other children don't take kindly to her eating habits, but will Mary have the last laugh? After hearing about Mary's life we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and do the same with ...more
Questjon
Jun 07 2018
Episode five of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Questjon, a rhyming story about an inquisitive boy called Jon whose parents are fed up of him asking so many questions. But could his relentless curiosity help save their lives? After hearing about Jon's adventures we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and do the same with your little ones. Enjoy! Hosted on ...more
Poor Dave
May 07 2018
Episode four of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Poor Dave, a rhyming story about a boy called Dave who is having a particularly bad day. Can he reverse his fortunes? After hearing about Dave's day we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and do the same with your little ones. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Moon Goose
Apr 11 2018
Episode three of Story Shed, a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Moon Goose, a rhyming story about a restless goose desperate to reach the moon. After hearing about Goose's adventures we are joined again by Leo and Bel to discuss the main themes and messages of the story - parents and teachers, please pause and do the same with your little ones. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Isabella Umbrella
Apr 11 2018
Episode one of Story Shed - a new storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Isabella Umbrella, a rhyming story about a girl who has an unusual habit of carrying an umbrella everywhere she goes. Following the story we are joined by two little helpers to answer some questions and discuss the key events and themes (a perfect opportunity for parents and teachers to do the same with their little ones) We hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...more
Gary Ballerina
Apr 11 2018
Episode two of Story Shed - a storytelling podcast for children of all ages. This episode features Gary Ballerina, a rhyming story about a boy frustrated by his unusual surname. Once again, after the story we are joined by Leo and Bel in order to discuss the tale and answer some questions (a chance for parents and teachers listening to do the same) Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.