This was a project which was created by my son, Siddhant Kalya for his Texas Performance Standards Project (TPSP) in 2020. In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Willie the Worm, a pioneering earthworm-turned-explorer, who shares his firsthand account of life beneath the Martian surface. Willie delves into the surprising similarities and stark differences between Earth's and Mars's soil, explaining his mission's unique challenges and opportunities. He discusses his ambitious plan to transform Martian soil into a fertile haven that supports plant life, offering hope for sustaining human and ecological pioneers on the Red Planet. Through his innovative techniques and groundbreaking work, Willie is breaking barriers—literally—beneath the Martian surface. Don’t miss this out-of-this-world conversation!

Space Bugs , originally published 05-06-2020.

Characters 

• Host: Siddhant Kalya ( SID) 
• Main Character 1- Willie the worm (W) (Siddhant Kalya)
• Main Character 2 - Adult NASA Employee (Siddhant Kalya)
• Other Character 1- Computer Voice (C) (Siddhant Kalya
• Time Teller - Sachi Kalya

This is an English poem written and narrated by Sachi Kalya.

In this story, a little boy, son of the King Uttanapada by name Dhruva realizes his potential through the blessings from the God when he decides to medidate in the forest to be born as the son of his step mother Suruchi.

This story has been modified to fit the kids story format.

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In this story, a priest, bhatmam, learns how to be humble and respect everyone. Through this story you will learn that everyone is unique and special.

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