Alice’s Birthday Bummer
Wonderland Stories for Kids
Dorktales Podcast: Episode 114
In Wonderland, nothing is ever quite what it seems, including Alice’s birthday. The White Rabbit, who promised to celebrate with her, keeps darting off in all directions. Even the Mad Hatter deflates her hopes for a special day when he un-invites her to tea—because it’s not her unbirthday. Feeling lost and forgotten, Alice wonders if anything can turn the day around—until the Cheshire Cat appears with a curious new path to follow. In a land where left is right and up is down, a day full of bummers might just bounce back into the best birthday yet.
BONUS! Create your own Wonderland party! Download the free color page and create your birthday (or un-birthday) table.
PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: In “Alice’s Birthday Bummer,” young listeners journey through the emotional ups and downs of a birthday that doesn’t go as planned. As Alice faces disappointment, confusion, and the chaos of Wonderland, she also learns the importance of expressing her feelings, leaning on her friends, and staying open to unexpected joy. The story gently encourages emotional resilience, empathy, and the idea that a “bad day” can still hold a happy ending.
FREE PDF TO GET THE CONVERSATIONS STARTED!
Grab your free list of comprehensive questions and SEL themes for Alice’s Birthday Bummer designed to spark thoughtful conversations, promote deep thinking and help young listeners relate the episode’s themes to their own experiences and perspectives.
Podcast Episode Credits
Narration, Voice Over and Podcast Host: Jonathan Cormur
Voice of Alice and Rose: Sabrina Glow
Scriptwriter: Monique Hafen Adams
Editor and Show Producer: Molly Murphy
Sound Production, Audio Editing and Mastering: Jermaine Hamilton
Podcast Episode Illustration: Arthur Lin
Title Design and Layout: Jeri DeMartini

Sabrina Glow is back to reprise her voice over role as Alice and also perform the character Rose. Sabrina is an award-winning voiceover and singing talent, and one-half of the sister voiceover team known as the #GlowGirls. Her expertise includes animation, commercials, toys, podcasts and singing for such clients as Disney Channel, Nick Jr, Apple TV+, Fisher Price and more. Find her at glowgirlskidvoiceover.com

