Wonderland Poetry Slam
Alice in Wonderland Adventure for Kids
Dorktales Podcast: Episode 135
The Mad Hatter is facing the Cheshire Cat in the final round of the Wonderland Poetry Slam, where rhymes and wordplay take center stage. When his allergies threaten to turn every line into a giant sneeze, his friends must think fast to save the show. Without a moment to spare, a little Wonderland nonsense, a spoonful of honey from a singing bee, and a bit of quick-thinking improvisation help turn an unexpected setback into a clever comeback.
BONUS: Grab the free activity funsheet for the Wonderland Poetry Slam!
PARENTS, TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOLERS: This Alice in Wonderland themed story encourages kids to see unexpected challenges as opportunities instead of reasons to give up. As the Mad Hatter struggles with his allergies before an important performance, his friends work with him to solve the problem while reminding him that success doesn’t require perfection. The story reinforces flexible thinking, cooperation, recognizing others’ strengths, and adapting when life doesn’t go according to plan.
FREE GUIDE FOR THIS EPISODE!
Grab your free guide with list of story and SEL themes, color pages, worksheet 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: 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
Wonderland Podcast Playlist
Continue your journey through Wonderland with this podcast playlist, where colorful characters, curiouser and curiouser adventures, and delightful nonsense await.