This week's free story comes from the Sparkle Sleepytime collection. It's called "Teeny the Toadlet."   Teeny is a little toadlet who is about to go to school for the very first time. When she realizes that going to Toad School includes leaving some of her friends from the pond and making new friends on land, she grows nervous. Her mother reassures her that toads are lucky because they can make new friends at Toad School while keeping their old friends from the pond.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This week's free story comes from the Sparkle Sleepytime collection. It's called "Teeny the Toadlet."   Teeny is a little toadlet who is about to go to school for the very first time. When she realizes that going to Toad School includes leaving some of her friends from the pond and making new friends on land, she grows nervous. Her mother reassures her that toads are lucky because they can make new friends at Toad School while keeping their old friends from the pond.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to <a href="http://sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">sparklestories.com</a> and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

"Teeny the Toadlet" from the Sparkle Sleepytime collection

Junkyard Tales

This week's free story comes from the Junkyard Tales collection. It's called "Beaver Days."   The Junkyard animals don’t know what to do. It is the All Clear Common, when no one works and the animals do things that are fun and relaxing. But no one has any good ideas — not until Fredland the Moose arrives with an exciting invitation: come to “Beaver Days” where the forest animals meet at the lake to play games, run races, and eat all sorts of yummy food! The Junkyard Animals have an adventure they could never have imagined on their own.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This week's free story comes from the Junkyard Tales collection. It's called "Beaver Days."   The Junkyard animals don’t know what to do. It is the All Clear Common, when no one works and the animals do things that are fun and relaxing. But no one has any good ideas — not until Fredland the Moose arrives with an exciting invitation: come to “Beaver Days” where the forest animals meet at the lake to play games, run races, and eat all sorts of yummy food! The Junkyard Animals have an adventure they could never have imagined on their own.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to <a href="http://sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">sparklestories.com</a> and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

"Beaver Days" from the Junkyard Tales collection

his week's free story comes from the Junkyard Tales collection. It's called "Introduction Part One: The Cat's New Home."   This is a story about a cat. The cat's name is Benjamin Thompson and in this story, Ben accidentally discovers his new home - a most unusual place.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

his week's free story comes from the Junkyard Tales collection. It's called "Introduction Part One: The Cat's New Home."   This is a story about a cat. The cat's name is Benjamin Thompson and in this story, Ben accidentally discovers his new home - a most unusual place.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to <a href="http://sparklestories.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">sparklestories.com</a> and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

"Introduction Part One: The Cat's New Home" from the Junkyard Tales collection

This week's free story comes from the Martin &amp; Sylvia's Nature School Introduction collection. It's called "Part One: What to Do on Thursdays."   This collection introduces the Martin &amp; Sylvia: Nature School Series. In the Nature School Introduction, the idea for a "Nature School" is born. It's summer's end, and Momma, Martin, and Sylvia reflect on all the things they loved about the summer season: hikes, walks along the beach, blueberry picking, climbing trees and collecting bird feathers. Then Momma suggests that they keep the summer outdoor fun alive all year long: “Every Thursday, let's have Nature School!” And so Martin joins the Goose-eye Wilderness School, and Sylvia and her friend Sophia create a Nature home-school. From wild craft cooking to outdoor games to building projects to tree identification, Nature School is a year of unfolding learning and fun. In Part One: Momma, brother, and sister decide they want to dedicate one day a week for outside 'nature' school and they set intentions about it. By the next day, Martin is enrolled in the Goose-eye Wilderness school and Momma has formed a homeschool nature day with Sylvia's friend Sophia. "Wow!" they think, "Making intentions really works!"     If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This week's free story comes from the Martin &amp; Sylvia's Nature School Introduction collection. It's called "Part One: What to Do on Thursdays."   This collection introduces the Martin &amp; Sylvia: Nature School Series. In the Nature School Introduction, the idea for a "Nature School" is born. It's summer's end, and Momma, Martin, and Sylvia reflect on all the things they loved about the summer season: hikes, walks along the beach, blueberry picking, climbing trees and collecting bird feathers. Then Momma suggests that they keep the summer outdoor fun alive all year long: “Every Thursday, let's have Nature School!” And so Martin joins the Goose-eye Wilderness School, and Sylvia and her friend Sophia create a Nature home-school. From wild craft cooking to outdoor games to building projects to tree identification, Nature School is a year of unfolding learning and fun. In Part One: Momma, brother, and sister decide they want to dedicate one day a week for outside 'nature' school and they set intentions about it. By the next day, Martin is enrolled in the Goose-eye Wilderness school and Momma has formed a homeschool nature day with Sylvia's friend Sophia. "Wow!" they think, "Making intentions really works!"     If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to <a href="http://sparklestories.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">sparklestories.com</a> and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

 "Part One: What to Do on Thursdays" from the Martin & Sylvia's Nature School Introduction collection

Carrie Contey

Our days are filled with busyness and many many demands. Kids lives too are full. How do we cut through all of that to find a little extra joy and peace? Wonder! It's a powerful tool for rekindling an inner sense of awe and appreciation - which leads to so many good feels. In this conversation with Lisabeth Sewell and Dr. Carrie Contey, they explore all the ways to enrich our days with a little wonder.   Visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Our days are filled with busyness and many many demands. Kids lives too are full. How do we cut through all of that to find a little extra joy and peace? Wonder! It's a powerful tool for rekindling an inner sense of awe and appreciation - which leads to so many good feels. In this conversation with Lisabeth Sewell and Dr. Carrie Contey, they explore all the ways to enrich our days with a little wonder.   Visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

Wonder as a Power Tool with Dr. Carrie Contey

This week's free story comes from the Libby &amp; Dish: Adventures of the Finder's Club collection. It's called "Part One: A New Kind of Adventure."   Libby, Juan Paco, and Morgan’s weekly adventure hike in the park has reached an impasse. Libby likes the path they always take, but Morgan wants to go somewhere new. What to do? Luckily, Dish has a suggestion that not only bridges the impasse, but opens the door to discovering something magical and completely unexpected!   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This week's free story comes from the Libby &amp; Dish: Adventures of the Finder's Club collection. It's called "Part One: A New Kind of Adventure."   Libby, Juan Paco, and Morgan’s weekly adventure hike in the park has reached an impasse. Libby likes the path they always take, but Morgan wants to go somewhere new. What to do? Luckily, Dish has a suggestion that not only bridges the impasse, but opens the door to discovering something magical and completely unexpected!   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to <a href="http://sparklestories.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">sparklestories.com</a> and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

"Part One: A New Kind of Adventure" from the Libby & Dish: Adventures of the Finder's Club collection

This week's free story comes from the By Thistle By Thimble collection. It's called "Constable Phelps and the Wondersmith."   Everything in the town of Iontas is in perfect order. Constable Phelps keeps it that way. The people work hard and there is never any trouble or complaint. But there also aren't any smiles or laughter. That is, until the Wondersmith arrives and quietly, gently changes everything.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to sparklestories.com and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This week's free story comes from the By Thistle By Thimble collection. It's called "Constable Phelps and the Wondersmith."   Everything in the town of Iontas is in perfect order. Constable Phelps keeps it that way. The people work hard and there is never any trouble or complaint. But there also aren't any smiles or laughter. That is, until the Wondersmith arrives and quietly, gently changes everything.   If you enjoyed that story, there are hundreds more where that came from. Try a Sparkle subscription now - for free. Go to <a href="http://sparklestories.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">sparklestories.com</a> and click the button at the top that says “Start Free Trial,” then you can listen to our giant library as much as you like, anytime you like.   Each week on the Sparkle Stories Podcast, we share a free story from one of our original story series! For many many many more stories like this one, visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

"Constable Phelps and the Wondersmith" from the By Thistle By Thimble collection

Carrie Contey has some wise and delightful ideas for capturing the sweetness of summer. Listen into her interview with Lisabeth — it's full of expert tips and intentional strategies that will enrich your family's entire summer. Join us as we delve into the joys of the season and uncover valuable insights to make this summer the sweetest one yet, filled with connection, growth, and cherished memories.       Visit the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

Carrie Contey has some wise and delightful ideas for capturing the sweetness of summer. Listen into her interview with Lisabeth — it's full of expert tips and intentional strategies that will enrich your family's entire summer. Join us as we delve into the joys of the season and uncover valuable insights to make this summer the sweetest one yet, filled with connection, growth, and cherished memories.       Visit the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

Sweet Summertime with Dr. Carrie Contey

This month we are exploring superpowers. We all have them, and the world needs them. How to do we discover and cultivate our own unique powers?   Lisabeth invited teacher and mentor Carrie Contey, PhD to discuss! Carrie shares her best tips and tools, as well as stories about her experiences with finding and nurturing her own gifts in a power-packed 18 minute conversation.   Dive into more insightful resources like this on the Sparkle website: www.sparklestories.com Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  info@sparklestories.com Enjoy!

This month we are exploring superpowers. We all have them, and the world needs them. How to do we discover and cultivate our own unique powers?   Lisabeth invited teacher and mentor Carrie Contey, PhD to discuss! Carrie shares her best tips and tools, as well as stories about her experiences with finding and nurturing her own gifts in a power-packed 18 minute conversation.   Dive into more insightful resources like this on the Sparkle website: <a href="http://www.sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">www.sparklestories.com</a> Questions?  Ideas?  Requests? Email us!  <a href="mailto:info@sparklestories.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">info@sparklestories.com</a> Enjoy!

Finding Our Superpowers with Carrie Contey

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