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June 10, 2022 259. What’s The Weather?: a calming bedtime and nap time story
There's a lot of excitement on Ahway Island about what Gus Groundhog thinks about the weather!
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “What's The Weather?” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 10:20

What's The Weather? Excerpt:
Resting in his cozy den, the warm earth hugged the little groundhog. Gus was rolled into a ball. His little pink nose tucked gently under his furry paws. Gus’s coat was fluffy and thick to keep him warm during his winter nap. The little groundhog’s eyes fluttered open as he noticed some muffled sounds. What was all that? Gus rubbed his eyes and yawned. He wondered what the sounds were and whether he should bother leaving his cozy bed to figure it out. The noise continued and the little groundhog began to feel more and more curious. Maybe it was something really exciting! Gus stretched and decided to take a peak outside. At the opening of his entrance tunnel Gus saw sunshine lighting up the dark brown ground. The little groundhog hobbled down the tunnel and then slowly peeked outside.

The roar of cheers filled the air, startling Gus. He ducked back into the tunnel and the cheering stopped. Slowly Gus lifted his head back out and the cheering began again. This time Gus blinked in the bright sunlight and looked around. Smiling people surrounded his home. The little groundhog wondered why they were there. He had been right, something exciting was going on. Gus felt glad he had climbed out of his bed.
Today’s Meditation: Happiness and love flow through you in this meditation.
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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “What's The Weather?" 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!
In the press:
Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!

We’re honored that the website of
18 min
June 06, 2022 612: Hair Power!: a mindful kids’ story
Callie meets her new friend Anora and the other kids to learn about how their hair makes them all unique.

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 4:38
Hair Power! Excerpt:

It was a beautiful afternoon on Ahway Island. The sun was shining brightly in the sky. Squirrels were happily running around Callie Kim's neighborhood, and birds chirped in the trees. Callie and the Kim family had moved to Ahway Island not that long ago, and Callie loved her new neighborhood.

This afternoon, Callie sat on the living room couch. Gazing through the big living room window, Callie watched the squirrels at play as she waited for her mom to finish getting ready to leave. This afternoon was going to be exciting. Callie's mom was taking Callie to the park to play with Anora Lewis. Callie remembered that Anora was the first person to say "Hello!" to the Kim family when they moved to Ahway Island. Anora had seemed very kind, and Callie felt happy to have met someone nice so soon after moving into her new home.

Today’s Meditation: Imagine that you are a graceful willow tree in today's meditation.
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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved "Hair Power!" 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!
In the press:
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 "
21 min
June 03, 2022 243. The Spectacular Sky: a guided relaxation and calming story
Dragon and Bianca share a fantastic night looking at the night sky on Ahway Island.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “The Spectacular Sky” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 8:38

The Spectacular Sky Excerpt:
The cozy cave grew dark and chilly as the sun began its nightly routine. The dragon hurried outside to watch the warm ball of light change from orange to red. As the sky transformed into a deep blue, the dragon decided to go visit the icy land once more. Smiling, the dragon extended its wings. The breeze filled them and gently lifted the dragon up into the dark sky. The dragon turned its head in the direction of the train tracks, spotted them, and followed the curving trail back to the land of ice and snow.

Meanwhile, Bianca the polar bear gazed up at the deep dark sky, and noticed a shadow. It grew bigger and bigger. The polar bear realized that it was the dragon returning! She hurried to tell Princely the penguin and Beau the Beluga whale.

As the dragon flew closer and closer, it noticed a penguin waddling quickly. Princely was easy to spot with his slick black feathers. The dragon searched for a soft spot to land, and held its wings straight out, drifting gently to the ground. As the dragon landed, Bianca jumped up and gave the dragon a great big hug! The dragon’s eyes opened wide in surprise, and Princely laughed and laughed. Bianca stepped back from the dragon and grinned from ear to ear. She felt happy to see her new friend. Then she noticed the look on the dragon’s face. The little polar bear held a paw up to her mouth and said, “Oops. You probably didn’t see me. I forget I’m close to invisible sometimes. I’m sorry I surprised you.”
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.
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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “The Spectacular Sky" 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!
19 min
May 30, 2022 610: Race Car Referee: a calming short story for children
Blanka Bunny learns how to play with some new toys who aren't exactly the same as her.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 4:37
Race Car Referee Excerpt:

It was a windy day on Ahway Island. The wind blew all around the streets and yards and houses, picking up green leaves and tickling the birds as they flew around the beautiful island. Blanka Toy Bunny peeked out of Anora's backpack, the wind blowing around her floppy yellow plush ears.

Today was an exciting day for Blanka. She and Anora were going to visit Anora’s friend Mike for a play date. Blanka had never been to Mike's house but she hoped there would be plenty of new toys to meet.

Blanka loved to play with other toys. Whenever she could, she always joined Anora on play dates or sleepovers. Blanka was good friends with Alyssa Doll, Uli Unicorn, and Neil Nutcracker.

Today’s Meditation: Feel calm and relaxed as you imagine a baby elephant and its mama.
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" 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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved "Race Car Referee" 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!
In the press:
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!
21 min
May 27, 2022 242. Animal Train: an original short story for kids
Billy and Emily have a terrific time riding the Ahway Island Solar Train to the animal sanctuary.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Animal Train” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 9:44

Animal Train Excerpt:
By now Billy and Emily understood the routine for riding the solar train. They waited patiently on the platform and wondered what wonderful new place they would visit today. Emily could hardly believe that it was their third train ride. She wondered if they would go through the tunnel again today, and then remembered her brother didn’t like tunnels. “Will you be Ok if we go through the tunnel?” She asked Billy. He smiled at her and said “Thanks for checking. I think I’ll be fine. This tunnel is quieter and brighter with the windows.” The sparkling train arrived with a gentle whirr. Once it stopped, the doors slid open with a whoosh. Emily and Billy stepped aboard. Their parents followed them on.

Billy made his way to a seat, bowed and motioned for Emily to slide in next to the window. Emily smiled and scooted over to make room for her big brother. Their parents smiled and sat down in the seat behind them, once more. Then the train slowly began to roll forward.

“Here we go!” Emily exclaimed.

“It’s different this time.” Billy noted. And it was. Instead of heading up to the elevated tracks, the train headed the opposite direction down into the tunnel.
Today’s Meditation: Feel your muscles relax as you check in with your body from head to toe.
Looking for a way 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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Animal Train" 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!
In the press:
Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!
19 min
May 23, 2022 608: Cartwheel Capers: a meditation and calming bedtime story
Allie is practicing her cartwheels, but it's harder than she expected. Fortunately, her cousin Alice is there to help her out!

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 4:30
Cartwheel Capers Excerpt:

It was a bright afternoon on Ahway Island. The birds sang in the sky, chipmunks scurried along the ground, and squirrels scrambled up and down the trees.

Allie O’Leary was playing in her backyard. The pond twinkled in the sunshine and from time to time, a frog splashed in the cool waters. Allie didn’t pay any attention to the frog, or to the fish that blew bubbles in the water. This was unusual for Allie. She loved the pond and the creatures that lived there. But right now, Allie was completely focused on her mission. She couldn’t let the pond distract her.

Allie was practicing her cartwheels. She had just learned how to do one a few days ago in her gymnastics class. Allie had always loved watching other people do cartwheels and had been excited to learn how to do one herself. But in class, Allie was surprised by how difficult it was to do a cartwheel herself.

Today’s Meditation: Relax as you imagine sunlight warming you as you lie in a grassy meadow.
Looking for a way 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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved "Cartwheel Capers" 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!
In the press:
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 ...
17 min
May 23, 2022 608: Cartwheel Capers: a meditation and calming bedtime story
Allie is practicing her cartwheels, but it's harder than she expected. Fortunately, her cousin Alice is there to help her out!

Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 4:30
Cartwheel Capers Excerpt:

It was a bright afternoon on Ahway Island. The birds sang in the sky, chipmunks scurried along the ground, and squirrels scrambled up and down the trees.

Allie O’Leary was playing in her backyard. The pond twinkled in the sunshine and from time to time, a frog splashed in the cool waters. Allie didn’t pay any attention to the frog, or to the fish that blew bubbles in the water. This was unusual for Allie. She loved the pond and the creatures that lived there. But right now, Allie was completely focused on her mission. She couldn’t let the pond distract her.

Allie was practicing her cartwheels. She had just learned how to do one a few days ago in her gymnastics class. Allie had always loved watching other people do cartwheels and had been excited to learn how to do one herself. But in class, Allie was surprised by how difficult it was to do a cartwheel herself.

Today’s Meditation: Relax as you imagine sunlight warming you as you lie in a grassy meadow.
Looking for a way 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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved "Cartwheel Capers" 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!
In the press:
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 ...
17 min
May 20, 2022 238. A Polar Pal: a soothing relaxation and kid’s bedtime story
Dragon goes back to land of ice and meets Bianca!
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “A Polar Pal” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Female

Story Begins: 9:40

A Polar Pal Excerpt:
The dragon watched the sun change colors as it settled down for the night. Having spent the last few nights on the beach, it was now time to go to the land of ice and snow to share thankfulness with Princely, the penguin, and Beau, the beluga whale. The dragon stepped outside the cave and spread its wings. The wind lifted the dragon up, up, and up, until the dragon was hovering above the train tracks. The dragon followed the tracks over to the icy land. The moon shined down, and the snow shimmered like star dust. As the dragon landed the snow swirled up, surrounding the dragon in a sparkling white cloud. Once the snow had settled back down the dragon began searching for Princely and Beau.

Off in the distance the dragon spotted something black hurtling its direction, growing larger and larger. The dragon smiled, knowing what was about to happen. Sure enough, a penguin slid right into the large drift next to the dragon, hopped up and shook. The dragon ducked as snow flew in all directions. The dragon gave Princely a big hug. Then Beau popped out of the water, wondering what all the commotion was about. Happy to see the dragon had returned, the whale spouted a blast of water.

Princely said, “We’ve missed you!” The dragon nodded indicating that it had missed the penguin and whale as well.

“We have another friend for you to meet.” Beau added.
Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating in a tranquil pool, safe and relaxed, as the water rocks you gently.
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," 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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “A Polar Pal" 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!
In the press:
Digital Trends warns listeners that
20 min
May 16, 2022 606: Hat Adventure: a relaxation and story for your nap time routine
When Britney and Alma Raincoat walk to Grammy's house in the rain and wind, Halima Hat has an adventure of her own.

Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 4:47
Hat Adventure Excerpt:

Halima Hat nestled cozily in her spot on her favorite shelf. The little yellow rain hat lived with her little girl, Britney, and usually stayed in Britney’s bedroom when she wasn’t being worn on Britney’s head. Britney was generally supposed to put Halima away in the bedroom closet, but sometimes she was in a hurry and put Halima in the drawer full of gloves or hung Britney on the hook on the back of the bedroom door. One time, Britney put Halima away in the hall closet with Alma Raincoat and the winter coats. That had been an interesting day for the little rain hat, and she had enjoyed chatting with Alma. But usually, Halima was happy to stay in her cozy top shelf in Britney’s bedroom closet, and that’s where she was today.

The top shelf was Halima’s favorite place because she could look down and see everything below her, and because it kept her near the roof of the house. Being near the roof helped Halima hear if it was raining outside. And if it was raining, Halima knew there was a chance that she could go outside and help protect Britney’s hair from wind and rain.

Today’s Meditation: Imagine floating on a cloud, and relax into the feeling of lightness.
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" 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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved "Hat Adventure" 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!
In the press:
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
25 min
May 13, 2022 237. Vacation!: a relaxing story and meditation for kids
While playing on the beach, Max and Mia learn that they need to think about how other people feel while playing.
Hello everyone! We hope you enjoyed our new story this week. Now, welcome to Favorite Friday! Sometimes we like to listen to our favorites again. Please enjoy “Vacation!” and we’ll be back with a new story on Monday!
Narrator: Male

Story Begins: 9:13

Vacation! Excerpt:
Sunshine slipped through the drapes and warmed Max’s face. He opened his eyes, smiled and took a deep dragon breath in and out, enjoying the scent of the fresh sea air. Then Max hopped out of bed and woke his sister, saying, “Let’s go! The sooner we have breakfast, the sooner we can play on the beach.” Mia yawned and hopped out of bed. She was eager to play on the beach too.

After they finished breakfast, Max picked up a blue sand bucket and suggested, “Let’s build a sand castle!” Mia responded with “OK.” And together Max and Mia began to build. At first Mia was excited to be part of the project. Then she noticed that Max seemed to be more and more involved. He was so busy with every last detail of the castle that he didn’t seem to notice his little sister. Mia listened to the waves as they rolled in and out. The crash of the water as it poured onto the sand called to her. Mia decided to go play in the water. She noticed Max wasn’t using the sand bucket and grinned mischievously.

Mia picked up the sand bucket and ran into the waves. Max focused on every little detail of his sturdy castle. He smoothed the walls and began to dig a moat.
Today’s Meditation: Feel your muscles relax as you check in with your body from head to toe.
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.
Creating the original bedtime stories and art for Be Calm on Ahway Island takes a lot of time and care.
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!
Are you and your children enjoying our stories and self-soothing meditations?
We hope your child loved “Vacation!" 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!
In the press:
Digital Trends warns listeners that "you may not make it through an entire episode fully conscious." Yay!

We’re honored that the website of
16 min

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Be Calm on Ahway Island features original stories and meditations made just for kids. Each episode begins with a short, calming meditation, followed by a gentle story perfect for bedtime, nap time,…