Storypillar

Season 2 THANK YOU!!!

We had a fun-tast-a-riff-a-roo time exploring stories, sillies, and Sticky Situations with you this season, and could not possibly have made it through without all of YOU!!! So-o-o-o, cookie dough…this week’s episode is all about YOU and how grateful we are to have you in our Storypillar family.

♥️ THANK YOU!!!

See you for Season 3 on Monday, 2/12/24! And…

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Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

Meg Lewis

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

-https://freesound.org/

-Seth_Makes_Sounds

-Suzanna Bridges

-Pixabay Artists: The_Mountain, Daddy_s_Music Far from the City, CB-RECORDS, NaturesEye, Serge Quadrado, FreeGroove, Bineleyas

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

SEASON 2 FINALE!!! Turnips and Lumpy Cakes (Storypillar Episode 2.10)

Story: Join Petra–our new friend with a serious Christmas cake obsession–her trusty, scruffy piglet, and a human, but very mossy toadstool for a magical lesson about appreciating what you have…even when you’re feeling a little greedy.

Region: Germany

Sticky Situation: What do you do when you realize you’ve been a little greedy?

Unstick Tricks by: Colin (Age 14) and Anaya (Age 11)

Feelings Focus: Feeling greedy, Coping with disappointment, Making amends

We want to know which Season 2 stories YOU want to hear while we’re on break! Grownups, email [email protected], subject line: Season 2 Story Replays. SEE YOU FOR SEASON 3 ON MONDAY, 2/12/24!

Little-known December Holidays:

National Bacon Day

Day of the Ninja

Monkey Day

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

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Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Sound Design/Audio Editing:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

(View on www.storypillar.com):

Mackenzie Allison

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

-https://freesound.org/

-Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky)

-Pixabay Artists: CB-RECORDS, Julius H, Chillmore, Serge Quadrado

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 2.9: Feeling Pensive (Mini-episode)

Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too.

Feelings Focus: Feeling Pensive

Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check

Snowflake Sensory Bottle:

https://homeschoolpreschool.net/winter-snowflake-sensory-bottle/

Dancing Snowflake Meditation:

https://www.greenchildmagazine.com/winter-guided-meditation-for-kids-dancing-snowflakes/

Little-known December Holidays:

National Bacon Day

Day of the Ninja

Monkey Day

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

Join our mailing list.

Support Us:

https://ko-fi.com/storypillar

Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art:

Meg Lewis

Chill Background Music:

https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/

Pensive Song:

https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/687006/

Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 2.9: Christmas Pyramids, Stollen, and Squeaky-clean Badgers in Germany

Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off!

Region: Germany

Jokes: Christmas Trees and Cake!

Links for Kids:

European Badger Facts

German Holiday Traditions

Stollen Recipe

Little-known December Holidays:

National Bacon Day

Day of the Ninja

Monkey Day

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

Join our mailing list.

Support Us:

https://ko-fi.com/storypillar

Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

Meg Lewis

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

https://freesound.org/

Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/

-Pixabay Artists: CB-RECORDS

Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Party (Plan) ‘Til You Drop

Storypillar Episode 2.9

Story: A dreamy crocodile, prickly porcupine, and sleepy owl discover the importance of keeping their word…and that birthday parties are always better with cake.

Region: Pakistan

Sticky Situation: What do you do if a friend breaks a promise?

Unstick Tricks by: Leo (Age 10) and Caden (Age 7)

Feelings Focus: Broken promises, Feeling let down, Earning and giving trust, Making amends

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

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https://ko-fi.com/storypillar

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Story Written by:

Denise Florez

Sound Design/Audio Editing:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

(View on www.storypillar.com):

Mackenzie Allison

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

-https://freesound.org/

-Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky)

-Pixabay Artists: NaturesEye, Bineleyas, The_Mountain, SergeQuadrado

Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 2.8: Feeling Disappointed (Mini-episode)

Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too.

Feelings Focus: Feeling Disappointed

Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check; Unlucky/Lucky Duckies

Helping Kids Cope with Disappointment: https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-help-kids-cope-with-disappointment

Dormant Frogs Info: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-do-frogs-survive-wint/

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Website: www.storypillar.com

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Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art:

Meg Lewis

Chill Background Music:

https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/

Disappointed Song: https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/709598/

Unlucky/Lucky Ducky Song: https://freesound.org/people/DanJFilms/sounds/529008/

Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 2.8: Mega Mountains, Super Soccer Balls, and Delightful Dholes in Pakistan (Mini-Episode)

Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off!

Region: Pakistan

Jokes: Soccer and Canines!

Links for Kids:

Pakistan Facts for Kids

Sialkot Soccer Balls

Dhole Facts

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

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Support Us:

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Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

Meg Lewis

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

https://freesound.org/

Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/

-Pixabay Artists: Bineleyas

Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Llama Drama False Alarm-a

Storypillar Episode 2.8

Story: After a few spitballs, some pig farts, and a late-night romp in a creepy forest, a wary llama learns to embrace her forever farm family.

Region: New England

Sticky Situation: How do you know if a new friend is trustworthy?

Unstick Tricks by: Lev (Age 4) and Lucy (Age 5)

Feelings Focus: Feeling wary, Feeling hurt, Earning and giving trust, Making new friends

This giving Tuesday, please consider a donation to Lilypads Housing: https://www.lilypadshousing.org/donate

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

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Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Story Written by:

Megan Cahill-Assenza

Sound Design/Audio Editing:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

(View on www.storypillar.com):

Mackenzie Allison

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

-https://freesound.org/

-Suzanna Bridges (As Sparky)

-Country Celtic Song

-Contemplative Guitar Song

-Pixabay Artists: Peter Barbaix, The_Mountain, jcmmusicguitar, Daddy_s_Music

Know a kid with great advice for Sticky Situations? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/unsticktricks.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Bean-o-meter Check 2.7: Feeling Grateful (Mini-episode)

Figuring out how we’re feeling is hard…but easier with friends. Help Bean check in with her mind, body, and voice. Maybe you’ll learn more about how you’re feeling today, too.

Feelings Focus: Feeling Grateful

Strategies: Mind, Body, and Voice Check

A huge-tasteriffic shoutout to…

Jamie, Jayna, Alex, Eli, and Grace for your turkey-tastic gratitude sound bites!

Thankful Turkeys Activity:

https://busytoddler.com/teaching-toddlers-to-be-thankful/

This giving Tuesday, please consider supporting our friends at…

Lilypads Housing

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

Join our mailing list.

Support Us:

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Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art:

Meg Lewis

Chill Background Music:

https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/670039/

Grateful Song:

https://freesound.org/people/Seth_Makes_Sounds/sounds/706018/

Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC

Sneak Attack!!! 2.7: Lollipops, Sideburns, and Super Star-nosed Moles in New England (Mini-Episode)

Join Sneak for facts about our next Storypillar destination and kid-approved jokes that will make you laugh your face off!

Region: New England

Jokes: Moles and Lollipops!

Links for Kids:

The History of Sideburns

Paper House

Lollipop Origins

Star-nosed Mole Facts

Check out our pod friends:

Little News Ears YouTube Channel

Info/Get in Touch:

Website: www.storypillar.com

Instagram: @storypillar

Join our mailing list.

Support Us:

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Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you love listening!

Created, Written, and Produced by:

Meg Lewis

Storypillar Theme Song:

Lyrics by Meg Lewis

Music by Meg Lewis, Andy Jobe, and Suzanna Bridges

Produced by Andy Jobe

Episode Cover Art

Meg Lewis

Sound Effects and Additional Music:

https://freesound.org/

Joke Time Song: https://freesound.org/people/BlondPanda/sounds/659889/

-Pixabay Artist: Daddy_s_Music

Know a kid with cool facts, great jokes, or who wants to share how they’re feeling? Tell us! Details at www.storypillar.com/contact.

© 2023 PowerMouse Press, LLC