The United States of America is full of different cultures, histories, people and stories that has been built off of the tales of its people. From Native American folklore to European literature, America is a wonderful gumbo pot of worldwide stories. America includes a rich history of disputes, triumph, war and hope and this episode explores a few of the different stories linked to this great country and a bit of its history. Let us all take a little bit of a look back on some of our favorite stories of everyday life, fairy tales and history and remember what it means to be American. 

 

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

Story Kickoff: “How I Learned to Love Liver” by Joel Ben Izzy in How I Learned to Love Liver [10:26] 

Story Spotlight: “It’s America!” by Corinne Stavish in Solidarity Forever Growing Up Union [12:01]

Storytime:

“Hands on the Switch” by Mike Agranoff in Ain’t Never Been Plugged [10:30] 

“Martin Luther King Storypoem” by Charlott Blake-Alston in Bit ‘O This-Bit ‘O That [6:07]

“Little Burnt Face” by Milbre Burch in If The Shoe Fits [7:53]