Just One More Book

On the one night of the year when everyone thinks black cats mean trouble, Salem is about to prove them all wrong. This heartwarming Halloween kids podcast episode follows Salem, a playful black cat with a soft heart, as he prowls the shadows of Maple Street on Halloween night — startling ankle-brushing parents, tipping over a garden shovel, creeping branch to branch through a dark tree-lined lane, and interrupting one very startled dish-washing neighbor. But when Salem stumbles across a little boy named Logan, lost and crying alone in the dark, one night of harmless tricks turns into an act of real kindness. Along the way, young listeners hear the real folklore behind black cats — good luck, bad luck, and everything in between — and discover that a little mischief and a lot of heart can go hand in paw. A screen-free Halloween story about kindness, courage, and being misunderstood, perfect for kids of all ages — great for Halloween night listening, road trips, or a cozy bedtime story.

In a village where magic runs in every family, nine-year-old Hazel comes from the most spectacular witch family of all — but her spells never seem to work right! This heartwarming kids podcast episode follows Hazel as pumpkins refuse to turn into carriages, dancing trees grow apples instead of dancing, and thunderstorms turn into gentle drizzle. When her family's flashy, powerful magic accidentally damages the village's harvest right before the big Harvest Festival, Hazel discovers that her "failed" spells might be exactly what Mosswood Hollow needs to save the day. A screen-free story about family, self-acceptance, and learning that being different can be your greatest strength — perfect for family listening time, road trips, or a cozy bedtime story.

When Wren's family hosts their favourite fall potluck gathering, nobody quite agreed on who was bringing what! This heartwarming kids podcast episode follows Wren as she faces a table piled high with mismatched dishes — a wobbly jello and whipped cream "galaxy," fruit curry so spicy it makes her gasp, a raisin salad she just can't love, and beans that mysteriously taste like fish. Along the way, Wren learns how to try new foods with an open mind, how to be kind when something isn't to her taste, and how a little kitchen teamwork (and one emergency frozen pizza) can save the whole night. A screen-free story about family, friendship, and gratitude for kids of all ages — perfect for family listening time, road trips, or a cozy bedtime story. Runtime: approximately 15-18 minutes.

A screen-free bedtime story for kids about a young dragon who can't fly like the others — and discovers a different way to be brave.

High on Skyhorn Peak, every dragon can fly... except Fenn. Born with a crooked wing, Fenn has always struggled to keep up with the rest of his clan. But when the Long Migration arrives — the yearly journey every dragon must fly across three mountain ranges to reach the safety of the Warm Hollow — Fenn has just two weeks to figure out how he'll make the trip.

This original read-aloud adventure story follows Fenn through failed flying attempts, encouragement from friends and family, and a wise word from his grandfather that changes everything: maybe the sky isn't the only way across a mountain. When a sudden storm strands a young hatchling in a crevice too narrow for any full-grown dragon, it's Fenn's unique skills — not his wings — that save the day.

Fenn and the Long Migration is a heartfelt adventure story about disability, difference, and discovering your own strengths, perfect for family listening, road trips, or as a calming bedtime story for kids. With a traditional story structure (introduction, challenge, attempts, climax, and resolution) and a runtime of approximately 14–16 minutes, this episode is designed for screen-free storytime with children of all ages.

Part of Just One More Book, a screen-free kids podcast featuring original read-aloud stories across STEM, Adventure, Family, and Wildcard themes — perfect for parents looking for calming, imaginative bedtime stories, car ride entertainment, or alternatives to screen time for young children.

🐉 In this episode: courage, perseverance, and finding your own kind of strength🎧 Runtime: ~11 minutes👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for: bedtime, road trips, family listening, kids ages 3–10

Meet Nova, an all-electric mining loader who's spent 62,000 hours moving rock deep underground — without burning a single drop of fuel. In this screen-free STEM podcast episode for kids, listeners ride along inside a science centre's underground mine tunnel and learn what "exhaust," "autonomous," and "fatigue" really mean, straight from Nova's own point of view. A read-aloud adventure about electric vehicles, clean air, and the machines shaping the future of mining — perfect bedtime listening or car-ride storytime for curious young minds of all ages.

Arty the Ant is back for another wild ride! Last time, this small but brave ant survived a terrifying trip through the Human House — this time, one dropped fish cracker sends him tumbling into a car, a beach, and an adventure he never saw coming. In this screen-free kids podcast episode, Arty gets scooped up onto a kid's snack and swept into a car packed with cheerios, goldfish crackers, and gummy bears, dodges flying toys and hungry children on a bumpy road trip, and finds refuge in a folded blanket — only to discover it's headed for a hot, shifting beach he's not so sure about. A feast of French fries turns into a frantic escape when a flock of seagulls swoops in fry by fry, and Arty finally finds cool safety (and sticky strawberry juice) inside a beach cooler bag before heading home to tell the tale. A funny, sensory-rich read-aloud adventure story about curiosity, courage, and finding safety in unexpected places — perfect for family listening time, road trips, beach days, or a cozy bedtime story. Great for kids of all ages who love ant adventures, beach stories, and screen-free family podcasts. Runtime: approximately 15 minutes.

A cozy, screen-free bedtime story for kids — episode of the Just One More Book podcast. When summer refuses to turn into fall, one nervous little cloud named Willow has to remember how to make it rain. With help from a curious kid and a wise old weathervane, she relearns the three gentle steps of the water cycle — rising up, coming together, and letting go — just in time to turn Bumblewick Hollow from summer green to autumn gold. A read-aloud STEM story about the water cycle, patience, and the quiet magic of changing seasons. No screens, no pop culture — just story. Runtime: approx. 19 minutes. Perfect for family storytime, road trips, or September bedtimes.

The Rusty Old Shed That Could is a gentle, nostalgic story about two children and the beloved old shed in their backyard. For years, the rusty shed has been a pirate ship, a rocket ship, a lookout tower, a hiding place, and a quiet spot to watch sunsets. But when the shed becomes too old and unsafe, the children must say goodbye.

As they help take it apart, they discover that saying goodbye doesn't mean losing the memories they've made. A warm story about childhood, imagination, growing up, and learning that the places we love can leave a lasting mark—even after they're gone.

Perfect for: family listening, bedtime, and anyone who has ever loved a special place from childhood.

Dreams of September is a heartwarming back to school story for kids about a school building that spends the quiet summer months waiting for its students to return.

As September arrives, empty classrooms, the library, playground, and hallways come alive once again with laughter, friendship, curiosity, and the excitement of a new school year. Through the school’s eyes, children discover that returning to school isn't just about lessons and homework—it's about making friends, asking questions, trying new things, growing in confidence, and creating memories.

A gentle and reassuring first day of school story for children of all ages, perfect for bedtime, quiet time, classroom listening, or easing back-to-school nerves.

🎧 Listen to Dreams of September from Just One More Book Podcast and celebrate the magic of school, learning, friendship, and new beginnings.

The Ferry Who Carried Adventures is a heartwarming bedtime story for kids about Harbour Belle, a friendly ferry who believes her life is ordinary because she travels the same route across the bay every day. But when unexpected engine trouble forces her to stop, Harbour Belle discovers just how many lives she's touched—and that every crossing helped begin someone's adventure.

Filled with charming harbor characters, gentle humor, and beautiful lessons about kindness, community, gratitude, and finding purpose in helping others, this cozy story reminds listeners that the greatest adventures aren't always the ones we take ourselves, but the ones we help others begin.

Perfect for bedtime, quiet time, family listening, and children who love boats, ferries, the ocean, and stories with heart.