Be Calm on Ahway Island | Bedtime Stories with Meditations for Kids

Tyra the tent helps some students calm down so they are ready for the day.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 3:55

Tranquil Tent Excerpt:

Rain drummed on the roof of the school as the all the little kids shuffled into their classroom. The room was full of vibrant colors.  There were bright posters on the walls showing letters, numbers, and words like “You Can Do It!” and “Be Kind to Others.” The reading corner had big windows, and soft blue and green bean bags sat of the floor, ready for kids to snuggle up with a cozy book.

By the reading corner, next to the big shelves of books, stood a multicolored tent named Tyra.  The little tent looked out at the classroom with a proud smile. Tyra was there to help if the kids needed a quiet place to calm down and regulate their feelings, so they could get ready to have fun and learn with all the activities of the day. As the children came into the classroom, Tyra watched them with excitement, wondering who might need her help today.

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 ways to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Happy Dragon” 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!

Princely Penguin enjoys the beauty of the arctic world by sliding down snow drifts with his friends.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 8:57

Arctic Antics Excerpt:

It was a breathtakingly beautiful scene. The sections of the sea that were not frozen solid were a deep, inky blue. Snow and ice covered the land and the frozen parts of the sea in sparkling white. The glaciers in the distance, though also blindingly bright, had veins of deep blue ice running through their frozen masses of icy white. The blue ice in the glaciers matched the brilliant blue of the cloudless sky. Although the sun shone its brightest, it could not melt the parts of the sea that had been frozen over for many months. Instead, the sunbeams caused the ice to sparkle as if it were made of diamonds and crystals.

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. 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 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

We hope your child loved “Arctic Antics.” 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!”

Thirsty but afraid of the water, Lashawn Lion cautiously approaches the pool where Hettie Hippo is playing.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 4:13

Lion’s Leap Excerpt:

On a sunny afternoon in the Ahway Island Animal Sanctuary, the land warmed under a clear blue sky. Down by the water, Hettie Hippo was happily splashing in her usual pool.  Nearby, Lashawn Lion stretched out on the dry ground beneath the shade of a tree.

Lashawn yawned and blinked his sleepy eyes open. The warm air made his fur feel toasty, but his mouth felt sticky and dry. Lashawn licked his lips and stretched his paws out in front of him, feeling the dry earth beneath him. “I’m thirsty,” he thought to himself, noticing how the heat made his throat feel scratchy.

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 ways to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? You’ll find them on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Happy Dragon” 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!

Javier feels nervous about wearing his new hearing aid to school. Will he tell his friends about it?

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 3:23

Super-Secret Spy Excerpt:

The house was alive with the usual morning routine. Pots clinked, water ran, and soft footsteps moved through the rooms. Javier’s mother was singing in the shower as she got ready for work, while his father worked in the kitchen, cooking breakfast.

Javier stood in front of the mirror that hung on his closet door, adjusting his hearing aid. The dark blue, shiny metallic part curved behind his ear, and the clear part sat snugly over his ear canal.

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!

Anora leads Javier, Brian, and Winfield through the forest to meet Dragon.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 7:55

Dragon’s New Friends Excerpt:

Anora danced in her living room eager to see Javier and Brian. They would be there any minute. She noticed a bit of movement outside and hurried to the front door. Even before Javier and Brian had pushed the doorbell, Anora had opened the door, smiling widely. “Are you guys ready for another hike?” she asked.

Javier and Brian returned her smile and shouted “Yes!” They were just as excited as Anora to be exploring the forest.

Anora skipped out the door and said, “Follow me.”

Looking for a podcast to help settle your child in for nap time, bedtime or a break?  You’ll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Nap Time or Not?” 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 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

We hope your child loved “Dragon’s New Friends.” 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!”

Hawk, Holly, and Herb airplane go explore an island with a volcano, but Herb starts to get a little overheated.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 3:33

Volcano Voyage Excerpt:

It was a peaceful dawn on Ahway Island. The rosy light of the rising sun began to gently stretch across the horizon, brightening the vast, shimmering ocean. One by one, the waves caught the light, turning the water into a sparkling sea of gold. The sky shifted slowly from deep blue to purple, then to a soft orange, and finally, a pale, happy yellow as the sun fully greeted the new day. It was a glorious sight to see!

High up in the sky, three little airplanes soared through the fresh morning air. Each one flew gracefully, guided by their skilled pilots. Leading the group was Hawk, a bright red plane. Behind Hawk was Holly, the green plane.  Holly was in charge of this morning’s route. Finally, at the back, Herb the yellow plane zipped along happily, enjoying the peaceful ocean view.

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!

Fiona Ferret decides to collect socks as well as shoes!

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 4:19

Funny Ferret Excerpt:

It was a crisp, wintry day on Ahway Island.  The cozy cottage where Fiona Ferret lived with her human Fran was surrounded by a blanket of snow. Fiona had been awoken that morning by Fran’s gasp as she looked out the front window.

“Oh, my goodness, Fiona! Look at all this snow!” Fran exclaimed. Fran pulled back the curtains to reveal the glittering, frosty world outside. Fiona stirred in her little bed, twitching her nose. She peeked out to see what all the fuss was about. The light from the window instantly brightened up the little cottage. Fiona could see that snow was high enough to reach the bottom of the front door!

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 a podcast to help settle your child in for nap time, bedtime or a break?  You’ll find it on Ahway Island®. Be Calm on Ahway Island® Podcast offers original bedtime stories, like “Nap Time or Not?” 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!

Wilma Willow treasures the moments of a beautiful autumn day.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 8:37

Playful Kitty Excerpt:

Clouds covered the blue sky and the sun with a soft grey. The blanket of fluffy clouds quieted the world a little. Since everyone in the family was focused on their favorite hobbies Grubby, the little Siamese kitty, hopped onto the couch for a little nap. He circled and snuggled into his cozy quilt. The warm blanket gave Grubby a hug and he relaxed. A loud purr filled the room, as Grubby shared his happiness.

Then the little kitty heard something. Grubby stopped purring. His ears searched for the source of the sound. It was coming from the door! Grubby opened his eyes and sprang off the couch as the doorknob turned. The blue- eyed cat’s tail twitched with excitement. “Who was coming in?” Grubby wondered.

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 3 different Membership Levels, all of which include access to our Archives and an extra episode each week!

We hope your child loved “Playful Kitty.” 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!”

Dragon tries some new foods with Callie and her father.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 3:15

Dragon’s Delicious Dinner Excerpt:

In the late afternoon, as the sunlight dipped in the sky, Dragon strolled about the town, enjoying exploring all the interesting things to see. As Dragon walked down the main street, Dragon peeked into one of the shops. Inside were children seated at tables, drawing with colored pencils. Dragon looked up at the sign. “The Art Nook” it read. This must be an art studio, Dragon mused. What a wonderful place. Along one wall, Dragon could see storage shelves filled with paints and paintbrushes and containers of more colored pencils and crayons. The vibrant colors made The Art Nook look cheerful and inspiring.

Next door to The Art Nook, Dragon peered into another shop. This one was filled with potted plants of all kinds and all sorts of interesting pots. A man was standing in front of a display of plants labeled “Jade Plants.” Dragon observed as the man lifted one plant and examined it from a few angles and nodded. Then the man took the plant to the other side of the shop where there was a large display of pots.  The man selected a blue glazed pot that had sparkles in the paint. The pot looked like the night sky, twinkling with stars. Finally, the man took the plant and the pot to the counter, where the shopkeeper carefully put the jade plant into the sparkly blue pot. The shopkeeper then tied a sparkly silver ribbon around the pot.

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!

When Emily feels mad, Roly Robot helps her shake off that angry energy.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 3:36

Robot Dance Party Excerpt:

Sunlight spilled into the cozy living room where Roly the robot rested on her charging pad. The little robot felt her energy restored, ready for a day of fun and learning. She hoped to play with Billy and Emily today.  Roly had been learning so much from them, and each day brought new adventures. But she knew the kids were busy with school lately, especially Billy, since he was older and had more work to do.

The living room was quiet, with only the distant sounds of birds chirping outside the window. Then suddenly, Roly heard a door slam, breaking the peace. Startled, the little robot watched as Emily stormed into the room, her footsteps heavy and her face scrunched up in a way that Roly hadn’t seen before.

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 ways to help your child learn emotional regulation and how to self soothe? 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!