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Tonight's bedtime reading is the classic tale by the Brothers Grimm called 'The Six Swans'. This story is about a young princess whose six brothers have turned into swans. Will the princess succeed in breaking the spell so that her brothers can become normal again? Let's find out! So...go ahead and snuggle under those cozy blankets and then let's get sleepy!
Sweet dreamzzz...
Joanne

Music in this episode 'Dreamlike Sunrise' by Mandala Dreams via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight we have the classic tale by the Brothers Grimm called 'Snow White'.  This was one of my all time favorite tales when I was a little girl :)  May this storytelling help you relax and ease into restful sleep. 
Sweet dreamzzz...

Historical Note: This classic story reflects the traditional storytelling styles and cultural terminology of the era in which it was written. Because some vintage elements differ from modern perspectives, we recommend that parents and guardians preview the story first to determine if it is a good fit for their specific young listener. Thank you! 

Music in this episode 'Near Dawn' by S. A. Kari via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight's storytelling is a tale by Hans Christian Anderson called 'The Emperor's New Clothes'.  This classic tale teaches the importance of telling the truth even if you fear others will think you are foolish. Tonight's episode is part storytelling and part relaxation to help you drift off peacefully. 

So go ahead and get all snuggly under the covers and let's get started :)  
Sweet dreamzzz...

Music in this episode 'Shimmering Waves' by JJessep via Pond5

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For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 3 from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the most wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell anyone who she is or who her father is. And for the first time in her life...Maida makes wonderful new friends because they think she is just an ordinary girl.  

I hope you enjoy this charming bedtime story and I wish you a peaceful night's rest!
Sweet dreamzzz....

Intro music is ' Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Music during the narration of story is 'A Thousand Wells' by Anna Landstrom via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight's storytelling is a classic tale called 'The Elderbush' by Hans Christian Anderson followed by a guided bedtime relaxation to help you drift off peacefully.  This heartwarming tale is about a little boy who becomes sick with a cold, his mother puts him to bed and prepares for him some Elder flower tea to help him warm up. In the mean time, an old neighbor stops by to visit and tells the little boy the most wonderful story.   If by the time the story comes to an end, you are still awake, the guided bedtime relaxation will help relax more deeply as you prepare to drift off into a restful sound sleep. 
So...lights out! And...sweet dreamzzz...

Music intro 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Music during storytelling 'The Shape of Your Breathing' by Hannah Lindgren via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight’s storytelling is called ‘The Story of an Invitation’ by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery followed by a bonus story to help you fall asleep :) 

The first story is about two girls named Bertha and Grace who are room mates at a boarding school. They couldn't be more different. Bertha is lively and popular while Grace, on the other hand, is shy and serious. She keeps mostly to herself. Despite their differences in character, the girls become very close friends and are looking forward to their summer vacation. Bertha will be going to spend time with her Aunt Meg while Grace, who has no family, is planning to work at Mr. Clark’s book store over the summer holiday. Bertha feels sad for her best friend who has a dull summer planned and so she decides to invite Grace to spend the summer with her aunt in her place. Not only does Grace have the most wonderful time, but the most amazing thing happens that will change her life forever.

The second story is called "The Fairy of the Poppies' by William Elliott Griffis.
This story is about a lovely little Fairy from Belgian Fairy Land. This selfless little fairy sacrifices her own life by becoming a beautiful poppy to help end the quarrels of the fairies and bring peace and harmony across the Land. The fairy hopes the beauty of this little red flower will make the people of Belgium proud of their land. It’s red color would serve as a reminder of the blood of the slain of many generations of men who have lost their lives in battle. 

So lights out and sweet dreamzzz...

Music in first story is 'Shape of Your Breathing' by Hannah Lindgren via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Music in second story is 'Soft Symphony' by Hannah Lindgren via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Intro music is 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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For tonight's bedtime storytelling, I will be reading Chapter 2 from the Maida Book Series called  Maida’s Little Shop. This gentle story by Inez Haynes Irwin was published in 1909 and is about a sweet little girl named Maida who is sickly and lame. Her father is well known to be one of the wealthiest men in America. He decides to buy her a little shop in Charlestown Massachusetts, to give her a purpose and to help restore her health. However, he has one condition, that she not tell anyone who she is or who her father is. And for the first time in her life...Maida makes wonderful new friends because they think she is just an ordinary girl.  

I hope you enjoy this charming bedtime story and I wish you a peaceful night's rest!
Sweet dreamzzz....

Intro music is ' Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Music during the narration of story is 'A Thousand Wells' by Anna Landstrom via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight’s story is called The Story of Benito, a Filipino fairytale about a boy who has one wish...to be able help his parents who are very poor. One day after many adventures, the boy’s wish comes true...not only does he end up helping his parents...but he also ends up becoming a king!  

This episode begins with a short body relaxation to help you let go of tension so you can settle in, relax and drift off...

I hope you enjoy this sweet little Filipino folktale. I love finding these little story treasures from all over the world ;) I hoe you enjoy!

Intro music is 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn 
Background music is 'Being With You' by Sayuri  Hayashi Egnell via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight we will use an ancient practice to help us fall asleep. Yoga Nidra is a type of body scan that is soothing and calming. Yoga Nidra allows your body and mind to rest deeply while you are fully awake and accessing delta brainwaves which are responsible for restoration the body that typically happens during sleep. However, because this practice is incredibly soothing and relaxing, you will be able to use this practice tonight as a way of helping you feel a deeper sense of calm so you can more easily drift off to sleep. 

May this sleep relaxation bring peace to your heart and restful sleep.

This beautiful Yoga Nidra practice session was inspired by my Restorative Yoga Teacher Taryn Diamond, who trained me as a Restorative Yoga Instructor in 2021. You can check out her website https://www.taryndiamond.com

Music in this episode is 'Moon over Sea' by Sayuri Hayashi Egnell via https://www.epidemicsound.com

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Tonight's special episode is a reading of the entire audiobook of  'Little House in the Big Woods'. All 13 chapters and with over 3.5 hours of uninterrupted storytelling to help you sleep all night. This audiobook is with narration only and there is NO MUSIC accompaniment for those who prefer a quieter listening experience. I hope you enjoy the continuous storytelling. I hope it helps you drift off peacefully. So my friends...lights out! Snuggle under the covers...and....sweet dreamzzz.... 

Historical Context Note: This classic story offers an authentic look at pioneer life in the 1800s, including traditional farming and self-sufficiency practices necessary for family survival. Parents may wish to preview this episode if their young listeners are sensitive to realistic historical depictions of early homesteading. 

Music in this episode is 'Tranquility Lane' by Dawn Dawn Dawn via https://www.epidemicsound.com

Attributions: Little House in the Big Woods (by Laura Ingalls Wilder, resides in the public domain in Canada and obtained via Faded Page)  

https://www.fadedpage.com/showbook.php?pid=20140841

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