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Rebel, Rob, and Riley Raccoon noticed Ballet Bunny’s snow roses and want to create their own. The little bunny follows them to their den to help.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 4:12

Raccoon Roses Excerpt:

The little bunny looked out from under the shelter of the cozy pine and grinned. The world was quiet, white, and sparkly. Snow had fallen yesterday, and Ballet had used the fresh blanket to recreate her garden of snow roses. Some were big, round blooms, and some were little buds, but they all stood in a circle around her tree.

Ballet loved looking at her snowy roses. They reminded her of summer. As Ballet gazed at them, she imagined the warmth of the sun on her fur, the soft petals brushing against her nose, and the sweet scent filling the air. Even though winter was cold, her snow roses shimmered in the morning light, just as lovely as real flowers.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Looking for stories with positive learning moments for your little one?  You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Mystery Jug,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!

Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends “Be Calm on Ahway Island” as as one of “Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep.”

SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!

Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!

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Rain falls in the forest, filling up Brooke, the little stream. But then she has an idea for what to do with all the fresh water!

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 11:15

The New Waterfall Excerpt:

The sound of rain pitter-pattering filled the air, as the clouds slowly released their drops of water over the lush green forest. Raindrops were falling everywhere. All the animals scurried to find places to stay dry and listen to the rain. Most of the animals loved the sound of falling rain. It was so comforting! The sound was so soothing that the little bunnies curled up together under a pine tree to take a nap. The squirrels found it fun to watch the drops fall onto the ground.

For the lively squirrels, it was especially fun to watch the rain splash into the puddles and into the stream that flowed gently through the cozy forest. The stream’s name was Brooke, and all the animals loved her very much. They always felt grateful to her for the fresh water she gave them to drink, for the scenic beauty she gave to the forest, and for the lovely music of her rushing waters. Today, Brooke herself was feeling refreshed as the newly fallen rain filled her banks. In fact, she was beginning to feel a little full now – a little too full, actually. It had been raining a lot lately. What could she do? The water was nearly at the top of her banks.

Looking for stories that emphasize acceptance, understanding, and empathy? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Magical Chair” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. You can search for stories by Learning Message, Character Type, or Narrator Type on our Episodes page. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our About page, or check out our FAQs.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

We hope your child loved “The New Waterfall.” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts). And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!

Be Calm on Ahway Island is now part of the Kinzoo Messenger app as a special experience called a Path! In Kinzoo, Paths are unique interactive stories and engaging activities you can explore on your device. We’ve reimagined some of your favorite Be Calm on Ahway Island episodes as Paths on Kinzoo, providing a whole new way to experience our calming stories. It’s like having a journey through Ahway Island right at your fingertips! Click here to find out more!

Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!

We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.

Jooki recommends us as an outstanding podcast for preschoolers.

We’re reaching listeners internationally! Sassy Mama Hong Kong included us in their article on transitioning into the new year, Sassy Mama Singapore recommends us for limiting screen-time while sheltering at home, and Haven Magazine Australia included us in their tips for getting through the school holidays.

Thank you to Anne Bensfield and Pamela Rogers of School Library Journal for listing us as one of “8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness!”

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Brent doesn’t want to give his Uncle Charles a hug, so his dad helps him find a different way to say hello.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 3:26

No Hugs, Please Excerpt:

As father and son put away clean dishes together, Brent’s father noticed Brent was unusually quiet.  “Is something on your mind, Brent?” his father asked.

After a pause, Brent took a deep breath and asked, “Is it okay if I don’t want to hug Uncle Charles? I feel nervous about hugging him since I haven’t seen him in so long.”

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Looking for stories that emphasize acceptance, understanding, and empathy? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Magical Chair,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!

Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends “Be Calm on Ahway Island” as as one of “Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep.”

SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!

Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!

The post Ep 920. No Hugs, Please: a soothing kid’s story when you need a break appeared first on Ahway Island.

Dragon wakes up early and watches the sunrise on the beach, helping Benji Sand Bucket along the way.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 3:26

Sunrise Dragon Excerpt:

Dragon landed on the soft sand and took a few steps. It felt so nice between Dragon’s toes! Dragon wiggled them deeper into the sand and smiled. The sun was now starting to peek over the horizon. The pink and orange of the sky reflected in the ocean’s surface. What a majestic sight! Dragon was grateful to have woken up early enough to see the sunrise.

Dragon relaxed on the beach, taking in the gorgeous view as the waves crashed on the sand. The beach was peaceful yet energized at the same time in the early morning light. Glancing down, Dragon noticed there was something blue that was almost buried in the sand, right next to them. Puzzled, Dragon reached down and after a few tugs, pulled it out. It was Benji! Benji was a sand bucket, the kind used for making castles.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and extra episodes every other month!

Looking for stories with positive learning moments for your little one?  You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Mystery Jug,” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments.  To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our website.

Read about how and why we created Ahway Island in this feature from Global Comment!

Zzz! The Boston Globe recommends “Be Calm on Ahway Island” as as one of “Eight Podcasts That Could Help You Get Some Sleep.”

SheKnows recommends us as as a podcast you and your kids will love!

Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!

The post Ep 919. Sunrise Dragon: a calming bedtime and nap time story appeared first on Ahway Island.

Kelly the Computer helps plan a wonderful birthday party!

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 8:52

A Birthday Search Excerpt:

Kelly never stopped feeling amazed by how much wonderful information she could help the woman find. Once Kelly had heard the woman talking to someone about what she called “the old days,” before Kelly existed. The woman said that in those days, people didn’t have computers in their house and could not search for information or pictures so easily. It was very hard for Kelly to imagine what that would have been like!

Kelly wondered what the woman would like to do today as the woman put her hand on Kelly’s mouse. Kelly’s little white cursor, in the shape of an arrow, glided over to the internet browser icon.

Looking for stories that emphasize acceptance, understanding, and empathy? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Magical Chair” paired with meditations for kids. We help them drift off to sleep with a guided relaxation and a calming story. Gently nestled within each podcast episode are mindfulness techniques and positive learning moments. You can search for stories by Learning Message, Character Type, or Narrator Type on our Episodes page. To learn more about our mission at Ahway Island and our team, please visit our About page, or check out our FAQs.

As a listener-supported podcast, we truly appreciate our members on Patreon. If you’re not already a member, please consider joining! Writing, recording, editing, and publishing episodes and managing digital platforms is an enormous endeavor. Our Patreon program will help continue to grow Ahway Island and we hope you will support us! You can choose from 2 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

We hope your child loved “A Birthday Search.” We ask for your positive reviews to help others find us, too! Please leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app (such as Apple Podcasts). And, please follow, like, and/or share our social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram ) to help us bring our original stories with positive messages to even more listeners!

Be Calm on Ahway Island is now part of the Kinzoo Messenger app as a special experience called a Path! In Kinzoo, Paths are unique interactive stories and engaging activities you can explore on your device. We’ve reimagined some of your favorite Be Calm on Ahway Island episodes as Paths on Kinzoo, providing a whole new way to experience our calming stories. It’s like having a journey through Ahway Island right at your fingertips! Click here to find out more!

Digital Trends warns listeners that “you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious.” Yay!

We’re honored that the website of Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems includes us on their list of Technology to Boost Mental Health.

Jooki recommends us as an outstanding podcast for preschoolers.

We’re reaching listeners internationally! Sassy Mama Hong Kong included us in their article on transitioning into the new year, Sassy Mama Singapore recommends us for limiting screen-time while sheltering at home, and Haven Magazine Australia included us in their tips for getting through the school holidays.

Thank you to Anne Bensfield and Pamela Rogers of School Library Journal for listing us as one of “8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness!”

The post Ep 479. A Birthday Search: a soothing story and meditation appeared first on Ahway Island.