Dorktales Podcast: Episode 51
Mary Had a Little Yes And
It’s the perfect day for pure play! Sherlock Nettlesbee, the great deducing squirrel detective, joins Jonathan and Mr. Redge in an afternoon of imagination and good old-fashioned make believe. When their cloud gazing doesn’t cut it, Sherlock declares that “the Improv Game is afoot!” Can the trio find inspiration from Mary and her little lamb, Lula? Yes and…they’re sure to find a whole-lotta playful, floofy fun everywhere they go!
PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: This story is about making time for imaginary play! Improvisation, or improv, is when you make up a story, or a scene, or a little bit of music on the spot. The ‘Yes And’ game is when you listen to another person in your improv scene and agree with what they are saying—that’s the ‘yes’ part—and you use your own ideas to build on their thoughts—that’s the ‘and’ part. It’s entertaining and very fun, plus it also encourages listening skills, collaboration and cooperation.
BECOME A DORKTALES SUPPORTER: When you make a donation of any kind, you will be helping us keep our storytelling podcast free and accessible for all.
Podcast Episode Credits
Narration, Voice Over and Podcast Host: Jonathan Cormur
Scriptwriter: Amy Thompson
Script 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
SPECIAL GUEST STORYTELLER
Our great deducer Sherlock Nettlesbee the Squirrel is performed by Eric O’Keeffe, experienced teacher, voice actor and host of What If World, Stories for Kids. He works on the show most nights while looking after his two children most days. Visit the website at whatifworldpodcast.com and check out the What If World Patreon page for ad-free stories and rewards.