The Valley Hen Taylor
Grimm’s Reimagined Fairy Tale Story for Kids
Dorktales Podcast: Episode 66
Taylor the Valley Hen is new to the neighborhood, and even though she’s got plenty to be proud of, she’s still nervous about making new friends. When the giants hear about her spectacular six-grain feat, they invite her to boogie down at the biggest bash ever! Taylor fears she’ll look foolish at the party and no one will like her. Will her nerves get the best of her, or will she find the courage to be herself and dance her way into some wonderful new friendships?
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PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: This Dorktales Storytime episode is a reimagined fairy tale story for kids based on the Grimm’s fairy tale The Valiant Taylor. It’s about finding the courage to make new friends in a new situation and not letting fear of rejection stop you. Taylor builds her own self-confidence by recognizing her own strengths and deciding to be herself rather than trying to impress others. The giants model how being welcoming and accepting can help newcomers feel comfortable enough to be themselves.
FREE GUIDE FOR THIS EPISODE!
Grab your free guide with list of story and SEL themes, worksheet, color page, and conversation starter questions. This guide encourages deep thinking and helps young listeners relate the episode’s themes to their own experiences and perspectives.
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
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If you liked this story about a brave hen, you might like this story for kids about an overly anxious hen in Episode 26 The Great Acorn Incident. It’s our reimagined English fairy tale, “Henny-Penny,” with a lesson on big feelings that can lead to worry and fear.