Ms. Sami's Storytime

Join Owen the Octopus in the deep blue sea. Searching for a place to rest his sleepy head. This is the perfect story in our series to transition to bedtime. Use it during mealtime, bathtime or sleepytime!

Hula the Cat lives in Hawaii and loves to fall into a deep sleep. Join her on this nighttime adventure as she finds the perfect spot to rest her sleep head.

Feeling lost or scared? Join Bram the little sheep on a cozy adventure through Den Bosch, Netherlands, in this 3-minute calming story for toddlers and preschoolers (ages 2 to 6).

When Bram follows a yummy smell into the big town square, the bells, bikes, and crowds feel like too much. With help from his friend Fien the sparrow, Bram learns the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding trick: look around and find 5 things you see, 4 you touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 slow, deep breath. Kids can try it along with you at the end.

A gentle story for bedtime, car rides, or any time big feelings show up. A simple social-emotional learning (SEL) tool for parents, teachers, and caregivers.

Created and narrated by Ms. Sami, a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT). Hoi to our Den Bosch listeners!

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Join Ms. Sami in Paris for Chef Sebastian’s Mistaken Mishap! When a flour spill threatens to ruin the ratatouille, Chef Sebastian and his squirrel friend, Pierre, learn how taking a deep breath and asking for help saves the day. A cozy social-emotional story for kids ages 3–6.

Moo-moo! 🐮 Join Goli the Cow on the farm as she learns a big lesson about loving herself! When another cow boasts about having more spots (khal in Farsi!), Goli feels sad and tries to paint extra spots on her fur. But when bathtime washes them all away, Goli feels super mad —until she remembers how special she already is.

Listen along as Goli teaches young listeners a powerful, daily social-emotional learning (SEL) positive affirmation: "I am me! I love me! I am everything I need to beeee!" ❤️✨

This short, heart-centered episode helps toddlers and preschoolers handle comparison, build self-confidence, and embrace their unique selves. Perfect for morning routines, car rides, or bedtime encouragement!

Ahoy, little listeners! 🏴‍☠️🦜 Sail away with Miss Sami on a fun, high-seas pirate adventure made especially for toddlers and preschoolers!

In today’s story, we meet the brave Captain Nick Bluebird and his new friend, Captain Redreesh. When Captain Redreesh feels scared of the deep ocean, the two captains take a deep breath, work together to dive for a locked treasure chest, and learn how wonderful it feels to share.

This gentle, interactive episode helps young children learn:

• Overcoming Big Feelings: How to name fear, ask for help, and take calming breaths.

• The Joy of Sharing: Why trying new social skills makes us feel warm, happy, and connected.

• Mindful Listening: Interactive moments designed to engage toddler imagination and focus.

Grab your pirate hats, take a deep breath with Miss Sami, and let’s dive into today’s adventure!

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Get cozy, story stars! 🌙 In this bedtime story, we travel to the farm to hear a modern, empowering spin on the classic Persian tale of Mah Pishoni (ماه پیشونی).

When her sisters send her on an impossible mission to find a green cow (گاو سبز), Mah Pishoni discovers something far more important: her own strength, bravery, and self-worth. It’s a gentle, relaxing story designed to help little ones unwind before sleep while learning Farsi in an easy-to-follow, Finglish style!

✨ Words & Concepts Explored:

• Brave & Strong: Learning to stand up for yourself (من خیلی قوی‌ام / من brave‌ام)

• Farm Animals: Cow (گاو) and Duck (اردک)

• Bedtime Routines: Getting cozy under the blanket (پتو), hugging a teddy bear, and drifting off to sleep

Tuck your little ones in, hit play, and let's head to sleep! 😴✨ Don't forget to tap Follow so you never miss a storytime!

Ring-ring! 🎒 Moosh and Goosh are heading back to school! Moosh is excited for the Purple Room, but when Goosh reaches the door of the Rainbow Room, he gets a big case of first-day jitters and worries about missing his mom.

Listen along as Mom gives Goosh a sweet, super simple social-emotional learning (SEL) tool for drop-off worries: The Pocket Hug! 💖 (Squeeze!)

This short, reassuring episode helps 3-year-olds navigate school drop-off jitters, remember that grown-ups always come back, and carry a little piece of home in their pocket all day long. Perfect for back-to-school season, morning car rides, or preschool prep!

Frustration happens (especially for preschoolers!) In today’s episode of Ms. Sami’s Storytime, Pasha the Passionfruit and Raya the Papaya head to their jungle treehouse school in Brazil. When an art mistake threatens to ruin Pasha's day, he learns how to manage big anger using a hands-on SEL tool: The Heart Pause Button.

In this episode, kids will learn:

• How to identify feelings of frustration and anger

• A physical SEL exercise (press your pause button!) to stop impulse reactions

• How to reframe mistakes into creative solutions using their words

Hit play for a fun 3-minute story that builds emotional intelligence, self-regulation, and problem-solving skills for toddlers and preschoolers! 🎧

All aboard! 🚂 Join Moosh and Goosh as they ride the Santa Ana 29 train for an exciting day at the Santa Ana Zoo! But when they visit the reptile house and meet Mark the snake, Goosh gets scared.

Listen along as Moosh teaches Goosh a fun, practical social-emotional learning (SEL) breathing exercise: smelling the warm soup and blowing to cool it down! 🍲✨

This short, engaging episode helps young listeners learn how to identify big feelings, regulate anxiety, and build courage through calm breathing. All while enjoying a fun zoo adventure.

Perfect for toddler and preschool car rides, quiet time, or bedtime routines!