Podcast
Story Spectacular
Join children's book author/illustrator Angela Ferrari for a Spectacular weekly children's podcast with original stories and classic retellings. Stories come alive through colorful music, lively sound, and fun characters. Listeners will recognize familiar faces like Humpty Dumpty and discover new friends like Digger the Dog. These spectacular stories are sure to delight listeners of all ages and ignite the imagination within.
Episodes
August is for Marvelous Machines!
Aug 01 2021
Happy August everyone! This month’s theme is all about Marvelous Machines! We will hear stories about some heroic tiny transporters, an island filled with wacky robots, and a little toy car who hits the road! Vroom vroom it’s going to be a speed-macular month! CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. ...more
Double Feature: Hickory Dock / Josephine & the Flying Machine (Bedtime)
Jul 30 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special sleepy-time tale double feature. Tonight we will listen to two inventive tales. In our first feature, we will spend some time with Hickory Dock, He’s a kind old man who loves to make clocks. Until one day Hickory Dock makes a very remarkable clock that is full of surprises. For our second story, we meet a junior inventor named Josephine. We will even help her test out a brand new inv...more
Story Spectacular Summer Playlist Volume III
Jul 28 2021
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Hey Everyone! Angie here. Welcome to the "Story Spectacular Summer Playlist Volume 3". I’m here to share tales from season 2 of "Story Spectacular". Perfect for road-trips and summertime relaxation. This SPECTACULAR playlist features: 1.) Shapes to the Rescue 2.) The Wacky Robots of Raboo 3.) Digger Feels Ill 4.) The Baby Foodie: Rotten Avocados 5.) Coral the Seahorse Explorer 6.) A SPEC...more
Digger's New Pet
Jul 26 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Digger the Dog is feeling a little lonely. He loves having friends over for visits but he’d really like to share his home with a pet. Birdie & I will tag along with Digger to the local animal shelter and help Digger the Dog select a forever friend. But what kind of pet will Digger choose? This story is a special collaboration with the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society in Lewiston Maine. Learn mor...more
Double Feature: Angie Had a Little Llama / Play Ball Llama
Jul 23 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions & discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will listen to two Llamariffic tales. Our first story we will meet my pet Llama who loves to tag around everywhere I go, even to unexpected places. I wonder where Llama will go tonight? For our second feature, we will hear about a llama’s spectacular day at the baseball game. Do you think llama will catch a baseball? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular...more
Story Spectacular Summer Playlist Volume II
Jul 21 2021
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Hey Everyone! Angie here. Welcome to the "Story Spectacular Summer Playlist Volume 2". I’m here to share tales from season 2 of "Story Spectacular". Perfect for road-trips and summertime relaxation. This SPECTACULAR playlist features: 1.) The Dinosaur Games 2.) Bubble Trouble 3.) The Crime Fighting Critter Club 4.) The Flying Adventures of Lizzie the Lizard 5.) The Tiny Transport Team - ...more
Double Feature: Digger has a Dilemma / Digger Feels Ill
Jul 19 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today’s show is a Double Feature with two spectacular Digger the Dog stories. First Birdie and I try to have a play day with Digger, But he’s not allowed to leave the house until he cleans his room. The only problem is Digger is in a bad mood. Do you think we can convince Digger to change his mind? For our second feature, Birdie & I will visit with Digger the Dog once again. But oh dear he isn’t fe...more
A Bicycle Built for Eight (Bedtime)
Jul 16 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Little doggie is bored and looking for something fun to do. All that changed once doggie wanders into the old shed and finds a bicycle built for eight! I wonder what will happen next? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: h...more
Story Spectacular Summer Playlist
Jul 14 2021
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Hello everyone! Welcome to the Story Spectacular Summer Playlist the perfect playlist for summer road trips. Buckle up and get for ready 2 hours of spectacular stories. Stories include Lawrence the Lighthouse, Quil’s Postcards: Lava Park Adventure, Dive In, The Mischievous Fairy Island, Happy Birthday Maple, What Will I Bee, The Amazon Jamazon, Quil’s Postcards: Camp Crater, The Weather ...more
Double Feature: Digger's Daily Routine / Digger's Rock Show
Jul 12 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners We have to PET-TACULAR stories about our good friend Digger the Dog. In our first story, Every day for Digger was exactly the same, he was stuck in a bit of a rut. But one day something happened that was so profound, it turned Digger and his whole routine upside-down... For our second feature, we hear all about Digger’s Rock show!!! Digger has found a lot of fun ways to make noises with his rocks a...more
Double Feature: Flufflestiltsken / Cool Cat City (Bedtime)
Jul 09 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we have two CAT-TACULAR tales. In our first story, we will meet a little mouse who is about to be removed from the house by a grumpy cat, unless the mouse can guess the cat's name... In our second feline feature, we will stroll around the city with the "Jazz Cat" and explore the underground music scene! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and...more
Doggy and Kitty Switcharoo
Jul 05 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Doggy and Kitty don't always get along. After quibbling and squabbling, they decide to switch places for the whole day. Find out what silly shenanigans ensue! Then Tilde the Tortoise will stop by to share some fun facts about Cats and Dogs. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about t...more
Pet Pride Parade (Bedtime)
Jul 02 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let's celebrate all of the pets out there with a PET-TACULAR Parade! Will your favorite pet be there? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story Spectacular Colorin...more
July is for Playful PETS!
Jul 01 2021
Happy July everyone! This month’s theme is all about Playful Pets! We will hear stories about a Jazz-loving cat, a llama in a swimming pool, and a barnyard animal bicycle ride. It’s going to be a Pet-tacular celebration! CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purc...more
Birdie Triple Play
Jun 28 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we have three SPECTACULAR stories all about our dear friend Birdie: Fly Home Birdie, Boppin' Birdie & Song Birdie. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story ...more
The Sandman's Castle (Bedtime)
Jun 25 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners The Sandman lives in on a beautiful beach way up in the night's sky. He wants everyone to come to visit this magnificent place. So he built a sandcastle that you can visit in your dreams! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go t...more
Polly the Kid Pirate
Jun 21 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Polly is the bravest kid Pirate to have ever sailed the seven seas. She sails from island to island along with her parrot "Crackers", hoping to discover new tropical fruits. But some mischievous monkeys have another idea! We will also hear from Tilde the Tortoise and discover some fun facts about pirates! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hoste...more
Beachside Relaxation (Bedtime)
Jun 18 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Join me and special guest Chanel Tsang from "Peace Out" for a relaxing beachside getaway. We will go for a walk along the beach, ride our bicycles down the "Beach Rose Bike Path" and then lounge by the big willow tree while we hear a relaxing story from a bluebird. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrar...more
Double Feature: Lawrence the Lighthouse/Dive In
Jun 14 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners We have two Sea-Worthy tales for you today inspired by my home state of Maine. First, we will hear the silly sea saga about a Lighthouse named Lawrence who's afraid of the OCEAN!!! Then we will tag along with Scamp the Lobster and explore the Undersea Festival. It is SHORE to be a lot of fin... I mean FUN!!! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and h...more
A Little Duckling Story (Bedtime)
Jun 11 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners A little duckling named Daffodil keeps getting into mischief. Sometimes it's hard to be a little duckling. But Daffodil's mother has a story for her daughter that will make her feel brave and strong, ready to take on the world... after a nap of course... Today's episode features the vocal and storytelling talents of Rhea Pechter from"Little Stories for Tiny People" - - - - Listen to Story Spectacul...more
Bubble Trouble
Jun 07 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Puff is a silly little blowfish who loves to blow bubbles! But one day Puff gets into a bit of BUBBLE TROUBLE!!! How will the little blowfish find his way out of this bubbly mess? Today's episode features the vocal and musical talents of Dan Saks from "Noodle Loaf". - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferra...more
Double Feature: Boone on the Boardwalk/ The Sandy Sandwich (Bedtime)
Jun 04 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special Sleepy-Time Tale Double Feature. Our first story is about a silly dog named Boone who really wants to go for an adventure on the boardwalk... but dogs aren’t allowed. Do you think that will stop Boone from having an amusing day? For our second feature we will go to the beach We will pack all of our fun beach toys and of course make a yummy sandwich to eat. But Oh No! A seagull wants ...more
BONUS: Ocean & Beach Activities!!!
Jun 02 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Welcome to the Bonus Activity Episode!!! Today’s show celebrates all things Ocean and Beach. Here are all the directions for today’s SPECTACULAR activities. Activity #1- Bubble Fun First, grab some bubble solution or make your own bubble solution by mixing 4 cups of warm water with a half cup of sugar then mix in a half cup of dish soap. The longer you let your homemade bubble solution rest the bet...more
June Is for Beachside FUN!!!
Jun 01 2021
Happy June everyone! This month’s theme is all about the beach, the ocean, and fun in the sun! We will hear stories about a bubble-loving blowfish, sandy sandwich, and a kid pirate! It’s going to be a month filled with beachside fun!!! CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the s...more
The SPECTACULAR Pool Party
May 31 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let's celebrate the warm weather with a SPECTACULAR pool party with our friends Birdie & Digger the Dog! We will listen to a short story about a rubber ducky. And we will also hear some jokes about pools from Digger. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase o...more
Double Feature: 3 Otters in a Tub/ Row Boat Otter (Bedtime)
May 28 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special Sleepy-Time Tale Double Feature. Tonight we will listen to two otter tales. Our first story is about three little otters who don’t want to take a bath. Maybe mama otter can convince her little ones that bath time is wonderful... For our second story, we will hear about a little otter who loves the water. Where will she travel to next in her magical rowboat? - - - - Listen to Story Sp...more
Coral the Seahorse Explorer
May 24 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Coral the Seahorse loves exploring the deep blue sea. One day she finds a remarkable treasure in a sunken pirate ship. What will she do with her newfound fortune? Then Tilde the Tortoise will stop by and tell us some fun facts about seahorses. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more abou...more
Hippo Comes to Dinner (Bedtime)
May 21 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will visit the neighborhood of Nadoo. A jungle oasis where animal neighbors like to get together and share suppers. But one day a new neighbor named hippo moves to town and makes a HIPPO-POTA-MESS of all the meals. Will things ever go back to normal again for the animals in the neighborhood? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted ...more
The Crime Fighting Critter Club
May 17 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Special guest Rob Griffiths is here to lend his voice and tell an exciting story about a Crime-Fighting Critter Club! What sorts of courageous critter adventures do you think our heroes will go on tonight? If you love this courageous critter tale, you will also love listening to Bedtime FM’s Story Time. It’s a story podcast for kids featuring storytellers from around the world hosted by today’s gue...more
Double Feature: Roosterpunzel/ Are You Sleeping Dawn the Swan (Bedtime)
May 14 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special Sleepy-Time Tale Double Feature. Tonight we will listen to two birdtastic tales. Our first story is about a silly rooster named Roosterpunzel. Roosterpunzel is very fowl and doesn’t get along with the other birds. But perhaps this silly bird can make a new friend in an unexpected way? For our second feature, we will hear about a trumpeter swan named dawn who can’t seem to get up earl...more
Sal and the Erie Canal
May 10 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let's go back in time and visit to 1825 and visit the Erie Canal! We will ride on the back of our friendly tour guide Sal the Mule. Then we will sing a song about our trip. After that, Digger the Dog will stop by and tell us some funny jokes about Mules. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn...more
Mother Moose (Bedtime)
May 07 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Bruce the Moose was just minding his own business when a little lost mouse named Chucky wandered up to him and said “Mama.” Bruce decides to help this little mouse find his way back home to his real mother. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original c...more
Little Monkey Goes to School
May 03 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Little Monkey can’t wait to meet her friends on the bus and ride to school. Let’s have fun singing the animal ABC’s and playing on the monkey bars with our little monkey friend. Then Tilde will stop by and tell us some fun monkey facts. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the sh...more
May is for Amazing Animals!
May 03 2021
Happy May everyone! This month’s theme is all about AMAZING Animals! We will hear stories about a very hungry hippo, a crime-fighting critter crew and to celebrate Mother's Day, a fun story about a mother mix up between a mouse and a moose. It’s going to be a furr-tastic month! This podcast takes A LOT of work to create and even though you hear a lot of fun characters stopping by, I am truly a one-woman show. I do my own writing, recording, music scoring, sound engineering, editing plus the ador...more
Platypus in Boots (Bedtime)
Apr 30 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let’s go on an adventure with "Platypus in Boots." Platypus meets King Kookaburra and Queen Cockateel and helps them solve a royal predicament. Our friends from the Cool Facts About Animals podcast are here to help tell this adorable animal adventure so let’s begin now. - - - A big thank you to our special guests, Ali, Grady, Clara, and Theo from the "Cool Facts About Animals" podcast for lending t...more
The Weather Girl
Apr 26 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners There once was a little girl who loved to play outside. Each day the weather would change and the little girl would find an exciting new way to play outside. But what happens when the weather is thunder and lightning? Two SPECTACULAR activities for you. Go online to hthttp://storyspectacular.com/resources Check out "Weather Girl Match Up" for a printable activity coloring page. Click on "Outdoor Ac...more
The Insect Parade (Bedtime)
Apr 23 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners One lazy afternoon, I was feeling quite bored... So, I wandered outside and laid down on the grass. All of a sudden, a parade of bugs came along. Each insect spectacle was more dazzling than the last. I couldn't believe my eyes. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and t...more
Happy Birthday Maple
Apr 19 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners You’re invited to a birthday party for a little maple tree. Maple is turning 6. Find out what kinds of fun things take place at a birthday party for trees. Maybe there will even be a tree dance! Then we will read more Ani-mail from our friend Pearl the Oyster. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. T...more
Nocturnal Noises (Bedtime)
Apr 16 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners At night when I am falling asleep, I can hear all kinds of interesting sounds outside my window. Who or what is making these noises? Let’s learn all about nocturnal creatures! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://st...more
Myrtle Goes Outside
Apr 12 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Myrtle is a houseplant. She lives on a shelf and spends her days looking out the window, longing to go outside. One day Myrtle’s wish comes true! Let’s tag along with our foliage friend on this tree-mendous adventure. Then afterward we have an EPIC Nature Scavenger Hunt!!! Get the printable activity page and more fun activities for kids here:http://storyspectacular.com/resources - - - - Listen to S...more
Double Feature: Teddy Bear Picnic/Red White & Blueberries
Apr 09 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story Spectacular Coloring & Activity Book" “What Do You See?”, “An Extraordinary Book”, “Digger’s Daily Routine”, “The Shape E...more
Old Miss Angie Had a Farm
Apr 05 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we are going on a field trip to a very Funny Farm where all kinds of wacky animals are welcome. You are in for a day full of surprises. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also...more
The Goose that Lays Chocolate Eggs (Bedtime)
Apr 02 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners There was once a happy goose that would lay chocolate eggs. One day a mean old magician strolled by and decided to steal the magnificent goose for his magic show. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacula...more
2019 FLASHBACK April Fools Day
Apr 01 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let’s celebrate April fools day with a special all jokes episode hosted by Digger the Dog. You will hear silly jokes from Tilde, Birdie, and even our real-life listeners Aoife, Cecelia, Lincoln, Luka, and Mason. We will also hear some up-ROAR-ious Ani-Mail from Evangeline, twin brothers Felix and Ross, Juniper, and Vivien. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular i...more
April Fools Day All Jokes Spectacular
Apr 01 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we will celebrate April Fools Day by telling jokes, playing pranks, singing a song, and even hearing some foolish "fake" facts. There will be lots of fun friends stopping by, including real-life listeners just like you. It's sure to be the best April Fools Day ever!!! NO FOOLIN' Story Spectacular April Fools Day Activity. Go to http://storyspectacular.com/resources to download the printable a...more
A Bunny Cotton Candy Tale
Mar 29 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let's go on an adventure with a curious little bunny named Beatrix. We will embark on a quest in search of a candy treasure! Then we will learn some funny bunny facts with Tilde the Tortoise. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books ...more
The Old Woman and her Shoes (Bedtime)
Mar 26 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight's tale is all about a kind old lady who loves to make shoes. The only problem is, she has so many shoes, that she doesn't know what to do with them all. Perhaps she will find some new friends to share her shoes with... - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to...more
BONUS: All Ani-Mail EXTRAVAGANZA
Mar 24 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners - Today is an All Ani-Mail Extravaganza featuring real-life listeners just like you! Digger the Dog and Birdie will be joining us in the studio to share some jokes too! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspe...more
The Mischievous Fairy Island
Mar 22 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we are going to visit the Mischievous Fairy Island with my trusty dog Bo to see if we can find fairies. Do you think we will see one? Are fairies even real? Let's find out together! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go t...more
Penny Pinky (Bedtime)
Mar 19 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Oh no! The queen has lost her ring and doesn’t know where to find it. Luckily for her, a tiny hero named Penny Pinky is here to save the day!!! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can a...more
Ginger the Leprechaun's Lucky Day
Mar 15 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Celebrate St Patricks Day with this Celtic inspired fairy tale. Ginger is a little Leprechaun who finds a four-leaf clover! That means four wishes will come true for Ginger, but only for today... - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s bo...more
Rip Van Pinkle (Bedtime)
Mar 12 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Rip Van Pinkle doesn't want to go to sleep. What if he misses out on something cool? One night as he is sitting up in bed he feels a tickle under his chin. To his amazement, Rip Van Pinkle starts growing a long pink beard! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purc...more
Shapes to the Rescue
Mar 08 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Triangle and Circle are now the best of friends. They decide to go out in the forest and pick some shape grapes together. All is going ship-shape until the tiny triangle gets stuck in a tree? Who will save the day and rescue the triangle? After today’s story, we will hear some listener ani-mail from our real-life listeners Ben, Davey, Evryn, Katrina, Kennedy, and Taylin!!! - - - - Listen to Story ...more
The Library Fairy (Bedtime)
Mar 05 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Have you ever wondered what happens inside the library when the lights go out at night? We will learn all about it by listening to the legend of the Library Fairy. She has a magic bookmark that makes stories come to life!!! Featuring the vocal talents of Kitty Felde from "The Book Club for Kids" podcast. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted...more
Double Feature: The Shape Escape/The Shape Caper
Mar 01 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we have two shipshape stories. First, we will meet a tiny triangle a brave square, and a mighty octagon. All is well for the Shapes until a big bad circle escapes and wreaks havoc on the valley. I wonder who will save the day? For our second story, we will return to Shape Valley where all of the Shapes are busy harvesting shape grapes for the annual feast. But to their shock, someone has take...more
Double Feature: Goldisquawks & the 3 Bears / Hansel & Gretal's House of Fruit (Bedtime)
Feb 26 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special sleepy time tale double feature. Tonight we will listen to two tasty fairy tales. In our first feature, we pesky little parrot named Goldisquawks who can’t seem to stay out of trouble. What will the three bears think after Goldisquawks stops by? For our second feature we will hear a story about Hansel and Gretal. They are all grown up now and live on a fruit farm. Now they need to fi...more
The Amazon Jamazon
Feb 22 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners On this very special episode, we will meet up with Birdie and Digger the Dog, and travel to the Amazon Jungle. Let's ride down the Amazon river on a raft and sing a groovy tune. Then Tilde will stop by and tell us some fun facts about the Amazon! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more ab...more
Patty Cake (Bedtime)
Feb 19 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Patty is a very kind baker who loves to make sweet treats for her animal friends. Then one day Patty slips on some "icing" and twists her wrist. So the animals decide to sneak into the bakery and bake a nice cake for Patty. Featuring author and podcaster Rekaya Gibson as the voice of Patty Cake. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by child...more
Hola Caballo
Feb 15 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Edgar the Egret needs a vacation! He decides to fly to a tropical Caribbean Island. The only problem is, Edgar can't speak the Spanish language. Perhaps a bilingual mockingbird can help him make friends with a local Caballo. Special guests Evan & Vanessa Blum from the Eat your Spanish podcast. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by childre...more
Cinderella Mozzarella (Bedtime)
Feb 12 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Let's celebrate Valentine's day with a lovely romantic story about spaghetti and cheese. In tonight’s tasty tale, Cinderella Mozzarella hopes to go to the ball at the pasta palace to meet Freddie spaghetti. Will the Dairy Godmother grant her this wish? Find out in this foodie fairy-tale. Tonight's tale also features the vocal talents of author and illustrator Russ Cox. - - - - Listen to Story Spect...more
Baby Foodie Rotten Avocados
Feb 08 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today’s tasty collaboration features American Chef and Food writer J. Kenji Lopez-Alt. In this episode, The Baby Foodie and Hot Sauce visit an avocado grove to help "Gwen" Avocado throw a Guacamole Party. They help Gwen pick a bunch of avocados but before they can smash them into guacamole, Dr. Rotten comes by and spoils everything... This isn’t J. Kenji Lopez-Alt's first foray into kid-lit, aside ...more
Double Feature: Piggy Went to Market/Three Little Chicks (Bedtime)
Feb 05 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will listen to two spectacular stories all about culinary delights. Our first tale we will tag along with little piggy and go to the market. What sorts of treats will our friend find? For our second story, we will meet three little chicks who decide to bake some sweets and make them into little treat houses. But a big bad big wants to eat the houses before everyone gets a chance to have ...more
Baby Foodie Double Feature: Berry has the Blues/Truffle Shuffle
Feb 01 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today’s show is Double Feature with two spectacular Baby Food stories. First, we will visit a blueberry patch and help Mary Blueberry solve the mystery of the blueberry caper. For our second Baby Foodie story, we journey to France. Here we will tag along with Hamlet the hog and search for tasty truffles! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted...more
Double Feature: The Fly Piper/Firefly & Glowworm (Bedtime)
Jan 29 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's a special Sleepy-Time Tale Double Feature. Tonight we will listen to two spectacular stories about some buzzworthy insects. Our first story is called "The Fly Piper." In this tale, we will visit the town of Soupville. While the villagers are happily slurping their soup, a bunch of flies move in and start bugging everyone. I wonder if someone can help lead the flies away from the village? For o...more
Double Feature: Flea Circus/What will I Bee?
Jan 25 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today’s show is Double Feature with two SPECTACULAR stories. First, we will visit the magnificent miniature flea circus. I wonder what sorts of tiny triumphs we will see? For our second story, we will meet a little bumblebee. I wonder what sorts of spectacular things the bee could bee when it grows up? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted b...more
The Peculiar Caterpillar (Bedtime)
Jan 22 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Harriet is a very odd caterpillar. She doesn’t quite fit in with the others. Instead of lounging around all day on the big green leaf. Harriet likes to sneak out at night and go on nocturnal adventures. One night she even meets a very special friend… - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn mor...more
The Flying Adventures of Lizzie the Lizard
Jan 18 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Lizzie is a very daring young lizard who dreams to one day be able to fly and go on grand adventures! Then we will hear some adorable Ani-Mail from our real-life listener Mason! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://...more
My Pet Dragon Iggy (Bedtime)
Jan 15 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Some people have dogs or cats for pets. But nobody has a pet quite like mine… You see, I have a pet DRAGON! Her name is Iggy and she’s the best pet dragon ever!!! A big thank you to our very special guest Rebecca Weaver for lending her voice in tonights Dragon Tale. Rebecca is part of the amazing team behind the hit show "Be Calm on Ah Way Island" - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotif...more
A Dinosaur in a Toy Store
Jan 11 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Charlie has a toy-store. One day Charlie found a strange, bumpy plastic egg and places it in the back of the store. That night a baby Dinosaur hatches out of the egg and plays around with all the fun toys in the store! Find out what happens when Charlie discovers a dinosaur in the toy store! Then Digger the Dog stops by to tell us some Juras-sick jokes about Dinosaurs. - - - - Listen to Story Spect...more
Sierra the Triceratops (Bedtime)
Jan 08 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Sierra is a pint-sized paleontologist. With the help of her mother, this little triceratops will explore Gemstone Mountain in search of ancient dinosaur artifacts. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacul...more
The Dinosaur Games
Jan 04 2021
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today's show is sure to go down in Pre-History! We will be attending the Dinosaur Games, a DINO-MITE competition with some hilarious dinosaur athletes. A Velociraptor, a Pterodactyl, a Triceratops, a T-Rex, and a tiny little Micropachycephalosaurus will all compete for the Dino-Trophy. With special guests Aaron, Bridget & Mike from "Aarons World". - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotif...more
New Year's Special 2021
Dec 28 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Join Angela Ferrari, Digger the Dog, Tilde the Tortoise and Birdie for a special New Years' Eve EXTRAVAGANZA!!! We will pull out of the party favors, make new year's resolutions, learn some fun facts all about New Years history from Tilde the Tortoise, laugh along to some silly jokes from Digger the Dog and sing some New Years songs like "Auld Lang Syne", "For He's A Jolly Good Fellow" and much mor...more
A Long Winter's Rest (Bedtime)
Dec 25 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners The very first snowflake of the season has fallen from the sky. Time for all of the forest animals and trees to get ready for winter! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchas...more
Magical Merry Toyland
Dec 21 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners One magical morning a little boy and girl woke up to realize that they had remarkably shrunk down in size Now they are the same size as their toys! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You ca...more
The Sleigh Bed Ride (Bedtime)
Dec 18 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's the Holiday Season! Let's embark on a magical sleigh bed ride with our trusty friend Nutcracker! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story Spectacular Colorin...more
Chilly the Snowman
Dec 14 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Winter has arrived. Let's go play in the snow! We will meet a new snowy friend and even learn the "Snowy Shuffle". Then, Digger the Dog will drop by and tell us some cool jokes about snowmen! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books ...more
The Magnificent World of Ice (Bedtime)
Dec 11 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will journey together to the Magnificent and musical world of ice. What sorts of incredible ice spectacles do you think we will see? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can al...more
The Mighty Mushing Sled Dogs
Dec 07 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners A shipment of food coats and other winter goods need to be delivered to the little children. But the ship is stuck at the frozen port. The only way these much-needed provisions can be delivered in such treacherous snowy weather is by sled dog. Maya the Malamute and her team of sled-dogs must race through the snow to deliver the shipment of winter goods to the children in the village. - - - - Listen...more
Chester Greenwood the Earmuff Inventor
Dec 05 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Chester Greenwood is having a hard time keeping his ears warm in the cold winter weather. His hat makes his ears itch and it keeps falling off while he’s playing in the snow. What can Chester do to solve this problem? A big thanks to our special guest Mick Sullivan from "The Past & The Curious" for lending his voice and musical talents for today’s episode. - Story Spectacular is written and hosted...more
A Snowy Barnyard Wonderland (Bedtime)
Dec 04 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It’s the Holiday Season and every animal around the barn likes to celebrate winter in their own special way. Let's play along with our barnyard buddies, then go for a hay- sleigh ride while we sing "Jingle Bells"!!! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase or...more
Tilde's North Pole Expedition
Nov 30 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tilde the Tortoise and Jack the Rabbit will travel in their hot air balloon all the way up to the North Pole. Here they will meet all kinds of clever arctic animals Maybe they will even get to see the Aurora Borealis light show! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and t...more
A Home for Gingerbread Man (Bedtime)
Nov 27 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners One morning a baker bakes a gingerbread cookie. Just before the baker takes a bite, the gingerbread man comes to life and escapes from the bakery! Now the little gingerbread man needs to find a home! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’...more
The Quirky Turkey Returns
Nov 23 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Our friend, the Quirky Turkey returns to the Gobble Gala with a new dance & a new message of CELEBRATION!!! We will also hear some Spectacular Ani-Mail from Lucy, Rowen, & Elliot. Submit your Quirky Turkey Dance Video recordings to angela@storyspectacular.com - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To ...more
Old Mother Hubbard SQUASH (Bedtime)
Nov 20 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Old Mother Hubbard went to her cupboard, and what she found was...Squash! Lots and lots of SQUASH!!! Whatever will she do with this wild group of gourds? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - ...more
Kids Listen Activity Podcast: The Quirky Turkey
Nov 16 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we will celebrate Thanksgiving by revisiting a funny and festive turkey story. We will join all the other fancy turkeys at the annual Gobble Gala. Things at the gala are going quite smoothly until a bizarre bird arrives. Let's find out who this mysterious party crasher could be... ACTIVITY ONE: Our first activity is called Quirky Turkey Dance Listen to Quirky Turkey song from today's show or ...more
Nutty the Squirrel (Bedtime)
Nov 13 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Nutty is very busy collecting acorns and stacking them inside his treehouse for the winter season. Things are going well for Nutty until someone comes along and shakes things up. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http:/...more
Baby Foodie Double Feature: Corn Crusader / Cranberry Makeover
Nov 09 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today’s show is a Double Feature with two delicious offerings. We will tag along with the Baby Foodie - a culinary hero who travels the globe in search of a tasty adventure. First, we will visit a corn farm to help solve a pesty problem. I sure hope the Baby Foodie and his trusty sidekick Hot Sauce can help save the farm? In our second foodie feature, The Baby Foodie and Hot Sauce are back and toda...more
Ida Apple Cider (Bedtime)
Nov 06 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Ida is a little fawn deer. She explores the apple orchards with her mother and learns how to make a sweet fruity treat! Let’s have a fun fall adventure with little Ida. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspec...more
Forrest & His Leaves
Nov 02 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we will meet a little boy named Forrest who just loves when the autumn leaves change color. He loves it so much he never wants the leaves to fall off the trees. Will Forrest find a way to keep the leaves from falling? Or perhaps he will embrace the changing season and have himself and enchanting autumn experience. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is wr...more
The Spooky Kooky Spider (Bedtime)
Oct 30 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners A little girl named Zelda is having a hard time fitting in. Then one day she meets a kooky spooky spider and all kinds of fun creepy crawly shenanigans ensue!!! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular...more
Scaredy Beardy
Oct 26 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Boo the Bear is about to go trick or treating for the very first time. All of the other forest friends are dressed up in spooky costumes. Boo is feeling a bit scared by this Halloween scene. Perhaps his forest friends can help him feel better about trick-or-treater? After this Spook-Tacular tale, we will hear from some of our other animal friends in a brand new Ani-Mail segment! - - - - Listen to S...more
The Scarecrow Who Wasn't Scary (Bedtime)
Oct 23 2020
 CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners The Scarecrow has only one job to do which is to scare the crows away from the cornfield. But Scarecrow is having a really hard time keeping the pesky crows away... Perhaps he can try dressing up in scary costumes. Do you think that will keep the crows away? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To...more
Wanda the Witch
Oct 19 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners You're invited to an enchanting Halloween bash with Wanda the Witch and her silly cat Jinx. Wanda can't wait to impress all of her guests with her magic dance shoes. But oh no! Wanda's shoes won't stop dancing!!! Who will save the day? Digger the Dog will also stop by and tell us some funny Halloween jokes. It's gonna be a "SPOOK-Tacular" Time!!! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify...more
Buffy the Bat (Bedtime)
Oct 16 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Get a glimpse of the nightlife as we travel along with Buffy the Bat. Even though it’s dark outside Buffy can still have fun exploring by sending out funky sonic sounds. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspe...more
Monster SMASH!
Oct 12 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners The Little Monster didn’t mean to make so many messes. He just loves to smash things. Friends and neighbors can’t stand all the mashing and smashing. But perhaps there is a way the Little Monster can put his talents to good use. Then Digger will amuse us with some “Spooktacular” jokes about monsters. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by ...more
The Traveling Pumpkin (Bedtime)
Oct 09 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will meet a kind old farmer who loves to grow pumpkins. One day a very magical pumpkin starts to grow in his pumpkin patch. Let's find out what sorts of wondrous things are in store for our farmer friend! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase or...more
Kids Listen Activity Podcast "The County Fair"
Oct 05 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Here are three County Fair Counting Activities for you! 1.) The Paper Toss Game: Make your own triangle paper tosser or use the printable activity page. For folding instructions. Then find a smooth flat surface. Make a starting line with a piece of tape then. Flick your paper tosser. Use a ruler to measure the distance. Can you beat your score? Challenge your friends and family. Make a prize to awa...more
Goldisquawks and the Three Bears (Bedtime)
Feb 28 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Goldisquawks is an obnoxious parrot. One day she stops by a treehouse and causes mayhem, much to the chagrin of the three bears that live in the home! - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You...more
Double Feature: Eggs on a Wall/ Yak & the Beanstalk (Bedtime)
Feb 07 2020
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Tonight we will listen to two tales starring some very venturesome characters. Our first story features a comedic cast of eggcentric eggs who are not very good at following directions. I hope this wacky tale about eggs will crack you up!! For our second feature, we will hear about a friendly Yak who loves to hike and discover new places. Where do you think the yak will bravely voyage to next and wh...more
New Years SPECTACULAR
Dec 30 2019
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Join Angela Ferrari, Digger the Dog, Tilde the Tortoise and Birdie for a special New Years' Eve EXTRAVAGANZA!!! We will pull out of the party favors, make new year's resolutions, learn some fun facts all about New Years history from Tilde the Tortoise, laugh along to some silly jokes from Digger the Dog and sing some New Years songs like "Auld Lang Syne", "For He's A Jolly Good Fellow" and more... ...more
The Quirky Turkey
Nov 18 2019
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Today we will celebrate Thanksgiving by revisiting a funny and festive turkey story. We will join all the other fancy turkeys at the annual Gobble Gala. Things at the gala are going quite smoothly until a bizarre bird arrives. Let's find out who this mysterious party crasher could be... - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s boo...more
Baby Foodie Cranberry Makeover
Nov 11 2019
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners It's time for another delicious installment of "The Adventures of The Baby Foodie!" In today’s tasty adventure the Baby Foodie and Hot Sauce are going back in time to help invent a brand new way to eat cranberries! Today's AniMail segment features the vocal talents of Paul Csomo and Donna Hume from the "Varmints" podcast. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is...more
Hansel and Gretel's House of Fruit (Bedtime)
Nov 08 2019
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Hansel & Gretel are all grown up. Every season they love to decorate their house with fresh fruit. But how will they decorate their house in the winter season? - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.c...more
Baby Foodie The Great Corn Crusader
Nov 04 2019
CLICK HERE for promotions and discounts from today’s sponsor: http://storyspectacular.com/partners Join the Baby Foodie and his trusty sidekick Hot Sauce as they travel the globe food-fighting for justice. Today the Baby Foodie will journey to a corn farm where a kind old ear of corn named Pop is having a weevil problem. I hope the Baby Foodie can save the day! Then we will hear some jokes about corn from Digger the Dog. - - - - Listen to Story Spectacular Songs on Spotify!  Story Spectacular i...more
The County Fair
Oct 07 2019
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. You are just in time to join Digger, Birdie and I for a trip to the County Fair!!! We will eat some great food, go on some fun rides and even win a BIG prize!!! Sing along to "The County Fair Song" and then laugh along to some jokes about the fair. Y'all are sure gonna have a SPECTACULAR time!!! - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn ...more
Behind the Scenes of Story Spectacular
Sep 23 2019
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Let's take a peek behind the curtain and learn all about the making of Story Spectacular. Over the past two years, I have heard from kids and parents alike who are interested in learning more about how podcasts are made and who also want to know how I come up with all the wacky ideas for my stories. So today we are going behind the scenes of Story Spectacular. I hope this episode inspire...more
Dive In
Feb 11 2019
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. It's summertime on the ocean floor. Time for all the local sea creatures to party at the undersea festival. A shy little lobster named Scamp isn't sure if he wants to join in on the fun. I hope Scamp comes out of his shell! Then Tilde the Tortoise will swing by and tell us some fun facts about lobsters. - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. ...more
Digger Feels Ill
Feb 04 2019
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Digger the Dog is supposed to come out and play but he’s not feeling well. So Birdie and Angie decide to find a special way to help make Digger feel better. Then when Digger is on the mend, he tells us all some funny jokes about feeling under the weather. - - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase ori...more
The Star Gazers Three (Bedtime)
Jan 25 2019
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Each night, Wynken, Blynken, and Nod like to look up at the stars and imagine a bedtime adventure. What amazing expedition will they go on tonight? - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story Spectacular Colo...more
Rub A Dub Dub Three Otters in a Tub (Bedtime)
Jan 04 2019
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Tonight we will visit a family of otters. Mama otter is having a hard time getting her little ones to take a bath. Perhaps there is a special song she can sing to get them excited about taking a tub. - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/...more
Boppin Birdie
May 28 2018
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Birdie can’t wait to have all of her bird friends from down south travel up north for a visit. Let’s get our wings flapping and have a bird party! Then Digger the Dog will by to tell us some silly jokes about birds. - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://story...more
Hickory Dock the Clockmaker (Bedtime)
May 25 2018
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. Hickory Dock Loves to make clocks! But he has never made a clock like this before... - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the show and to purchase original children’s books go to: http://storyspectacular.com/ - You can also purchase "The Story Spectacular Coloring & Activity Book" “What Do You See?”, “An Extraordinary Bo...more
The Shape Caper
May 21 2018
Today's show is sponsored by Nurture Life. Get 25% off your first Nurture Life order with Promo Code STORY25. All of the Shapes in Shape Valley are busy harvesting shape grapes for the annual feast. But to their shock, someone has taken all of the shape grapes! Let’s find out who this mysterious shape caper is! Then Tilde the Tortoise will stop by to tell us some fun facts about shapes. - Story Spectacular is written and hosted by children’s book author Angela Ferrari. To learn more about the sh...more
Cool Cat City (Bedtime)
May 18 2018
Tonight we will meet “The Jazz Cat” and get a taste of the city night life! I can’t wait to hear some groovy Meow-sic! http://storyspectacular.com/
Jack and Jill Go Down the Hill (Bedtime)
Apr 27 2018
Jack and Jill were supposed to go up the hill and fetch some water but instead they found all kinds of fun and creative ways to ride down the hill! http://storyspectacular.com/
Baby Foodie Fungal Boogie
Apr 23 2018
The Baby Foodie is Back with another tasty adventure. In today’s installment the Baby Foodie and Hot Sauce will travel across the Atlantic Ocean to Western France and search for Truffles with a noble pig named Hamlet. We will also read some sweet Ani-Mail from Figgy the Fruit Bat! http://storyspectacular.com/
FluffleStiltskin (Bedtime)
Apr 20 2018
The little mouse is going to be kicked out of the house unless he can guess the mean old kitty-cats name! Do you think the mouse will figure it out? http://storyspectacular.com/
Digger's Rock Show
Apr 16 2018
Digger the Dog has accidentally discovered some really cool sounds he can make with his rocks. So he decides to put on a rock show!!! Digger will also tell us some rockin’ jokes about ROCK MUSIC!!! http://storyspectacular.com/
The Dream Genie (Bedtime)
Apr 13 2018
We will travel to Dreamland and visit the Dream Genie. The Dream Genie will grant us three dream wishes. I can’t wait to go on an adventure with you! http://storyspectacular.com/
Song Birdie
Mar 19 2018
Birdie just loves music. She loves to sing bird songs and dance bird dances. One day Birdie discovers an empty music classroom. So... she decides to sneak in and play some music! Then we will read some wild "AniMail" from our friend Sally the Sloth. http://storyspectacular.com/
Where Does My Shadow Go? (Bedtime)
Mar 02 2018
Every night when I shut out the light my shadow disappears. Where does my shadow go? Let's find out and sing a soothing shadow song together! http://storyspectacular.com/
Baby Foodie Berry Has the Blues
Feb 26 2018
The Baby Foodie and Hot Sauce are back for another mission. Today they will journey to western Maine and visit a kind old Blueberry named Mary. Mary Blueberry needs help finding out who is eating more than their fair share of berries! Then we will read some Animail from our friend Honey Badger who found a creative way to befriend some bees! http://storyspectacular.com/
Bedtime for Boats (Bedtime)
Jan 12 2018
The boats spend their days working and playing in the bay. But when the sun goes down, it's bedtime for the boats. Settle into a new routine with the boats in the bay as the moon sings us a lullaby. http://storyspectacular.com/
Little Red Riding Scooter (Bedtime)
Jan 05 2018
Little Red loves to ride her scooter. One day she rides her scooter all the way to Grandma’s house. But instead of seeing Grammie, Little Red encounters a silly dog named Wolfie! http://storyspectacular.com/
Quil's Postcards Lava Park Adventure
Jan 01 2018
More Postcards from Planet Quark have arrived. Quil just had a birthday and went to the Lava Park with some friends! Find out what kinds of amusement park rides there are in outer space! Then we will read some Ani-mail from our friend Steven the Seagull. http://storyspectacular.com/
Digger has a Dilemma
Dec 11 2017
Birdie and Digger the Dog are supposed to come out to play today. But Digger has to clean his room first. The only problem is Digger doesn’t feel like cleaning his room. He feels mad. Maybe we can help Digger find a way to change his attitude so he will feel up to the task. After Digger solves the dilemma, he will tell us some jokes about feelings. http://storyspectacular.com/
Lawrence the Lighthouse
Dec 04 2017
The bay is a hustling bustling place. Everyone loves to play in the water. Everyone but Lawrence that is. Lawrence is a Lighthouse who is afraid of the ocean. He never wants to leave his lookout perch. Until one day Lawrence falls into the water! Find out what silly shenanigans are in store for Lawrence the Lighthouse. Then Tilde the Tortoise is back to tell us some fun facts about lighthouses. http://storyspectacular.com/
The Land of Diddle Diddle (Bedtime)
Nov 03 2017
Let’s go to the magical land of Diddle Diddle. It is a spectacular place where anything can happen. You might even see a cat playing a fiddle. What else will we encounter? Let's sing all about it with a song "Hey Diddle Diddle". http://storyspectacular.com/
The Shape Escape
Oct 23 2017
Welcome to Shape Valley. You will meet a mighty octagon, a brave square, and a tiny triangle. All is well until a big meany circle escapes and wreaks havoc on the Valley. Who will save the day? Digger the Dog will also stop by and tell us some jokes about shapes. http://storyspectacular.com/
The Pillow Fight (Bedtime)
Oct 20 2017
It’s time for bed but my two pillows are misbehaving. They are jumping on the bed and dancing around the room! How will I ever get these pillows under control before bedtime? http://storyspectacular.com/
Quil's Postcards Message in a Bottle Rocket
Oct 09 2017
We have received a special message in a bottle rocket. It’s from Quil, an alien from the planet Quark. Let’s read postcards from Quil and learn all about what life is like on planet Quark. Then we will hear more fun facts about space from Tilde the Tortoise. http://storyspectacular.com/ Fact Sources: https://spaceplace.nasa.gov/how-many-moons/en/ http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/sciencefacts/space.html
Welcome to Story Spectacular
Oct 02 2017
Welcome to Story Spectacular, a twice-weekly children's story podcast hosted by children's books author & illustrator, Angela Ferrari. Listeners will enjoy original creative stories & classic retellings with vivid characters and sound design. Some shows even feature songs, jokes, or fun facts too! storyspectacular.com
Little Star Wonders (Bedtime)
Sep 22 2017
The Little Star sees a shiny object, far out in the night sky, and wonders what it could be. Let's imagine all of the possibilities together. Then we will sing a lullaby, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Â
Fly Home Birdie
Sep 22 2017
Today’s show is all about Birdie and her incredible journey through the four seasons: spring, summer, fall & winter. We also hear some fun facts about birds from Tilde the Tortoise.Â
Digger's Daily Routine
Sep 22 2017
Every day for Digger the Dog is exactly the same. Until one day something happens, that is so profound, it turns Digger and his whole routine upside-down... Digger will also share some jokes about geology!Â