A Special Message from Molly Murphy Cue the confetti, it’s our 50th episode! Hi, this is Molly Murphy, writer, producer and composer for Dorktales Storytime…and, I’m Jonathan Cormur’s sister. Which is pretty cool! For almost two years, our creative team has been building our fictional “Once Upon a Time” universe—a land filled with imagination where Jonathan and Mr. Redge take us on a journey of curiosity and acceptance – through fairy tales with a geeky twist, the histories of hidden heroes, and now, Dorktales lore stories which take us deeper into our anything-is-possible [...] Read More about What’s the WHY Behind Dorktales Storytime?
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Helping Kids Learn to Self-Regulate Their Big Feelings
Podcast Playlist Kids, like grownups, can experience overwhelming feelings over what’s happening in their lives and what they hear or see going on in the world around them. We kids’ podcast creators care deeply about our young audiences and their mental health. This podcast playlist includes storytelling, news and mindfulness podcast episodes with narratives and guidance to help kids recognize, understand and learn how to self-regulate their big feelings. Big Bad's Big Feelings Dorktales Storytime Podcast In the Dorktales Storytime world, the Big Bad wolf has made quite a [...] Read More about Helping Kids Learn to Self-Regulate Their Big Feelings
Kids Podcast Playlist for AAPI Heritage Month
We celebrate and honor the generations of American Asian and Pacific Islanders who are part of our country's rich history. AAPI Heritage month gives us an opportunity to learn from the experiences, achievements and perspectives of Asian American's who forged new paths and made significant contributions in the arts and sciences. Here is a playlist from the Dorktales Storytime Podcast featuring some of their amazing stories: Maya Lin Maya Lin is an architect and artist who combines both skills to create works that blend physical space and natural landscapes. At just 21, she won [...] Read More about Kids Podcast Playlist for AAPI Heritage Month
Kids Podcast Playlist for Women’s History Month
March has been designated as the month to shine a spotlight on women's achievements throughout history. The Dorktales Storytime Podcast celebrates women and their accomplishments all year long! We have featured stories of female trailblazers from different time periods in history. These women felt the calling to go beyond their societal barriers despite the challenges and struggles they faced. Each left a legacy of innovation and accomplishments for us all. In this article, we share three facts about each of these amazing hidden heroes of history! Where to Listen FREE HIDDEN [...] Read More about Kids Podcast Playlist for Women’s History Month
Black History Month Heroes of History Podcast Playlist for Kids
Black History Month is one of the many opportunities for talking to kids about the significant contributions and achievements of Black Americans. The Dorktales Storytime Podcast has featured stories of Black trailblazers from different time periods in American history. These women and men faced societal barriers and racial injustice, but through their own talents, determination, bravery and resilience, they left us a legacy of extraordinary accomplishments that changed our world for the better. FREE HEROES OF HISTORY ACTIVITY GUIDES We’ve created tools for parents and educators to [...] Read More about Black History Month Heroes of History Podcast Playlist for Kids
7 Funny Fractured Fairy Tales with Tons of Heart!
Dorktales Storytime Podcast Playlist Dorktales Storytime is a podcast where feelings and important life lessons are learned through whimsical and wacky retellings of favorite fairy tales. These 7 episodes will get to the heart of your child’s social and emotional wellbeing, and will lead to great conversations around the dinner table: Find Episodes on Your Favorite Podcast App [...] Read More about 7 Funny Fractured Fairy Tales with Tons of Heart!