Some of the first major interactions we ever have with someone from a different generation happen in an elementary school classroom. Today we have an hour of stories about elementary school teachers and their students:

(3:26) Grammy-winning storyteller Bill Harley shares an original song called "Little Things" celebrating the important experiences that kids have

(11:25) Bill Harley recalls a time when his third grade class threw a party for their teacher that she didn't exactly want in "Happy Birthday, Mrs. Nottingham," recorded live in the Apple Seed Studio

(34:21) Host Sam Payne shares his memories about getting stuck with the "boring" sixth grade teacher in today’s entry in The Radio Family Journal

(43:06) An interview with teacher Jeff Flynn, who planted a deep love of poetry in all the 4th graders that passed through his class

When an eighty-year-old gets appendicitis that keeps him from working, antics ensue between him and his ten-year-old best friend.

Sometimes, we can learn the most important things from conversations with our neighbors. When a young Donald talks to his new neighbor Jack, both of them learn some important things about what's really important in life.

When a battle for control of the stereo persists, will the owner's manual help at all? And how do the kids feel about it?

Sometimes we are the ones leaving the comfort and safety of our home to seek new adventures, and other times we watch our loved ones venture out into the world. Today we have an hour of stories about leaving the nest:

(3:18) Introduction to storyteller and actress Dolores Hydock

(7:31) Dolores Hydock talks about a formative adventure across Europe during her college years, and the things she realized when she returned home in the story "My Own Backyard," recorded live in the Apple Seed Studio

(25:55) Host Sam Payne shares his feelings on both sides of the leaving the nest equation in today’s entry in The Radio Family Journal

(30:34) An episode of OTR (Old Time Radio) drama 'Father Knows Best' in which Dad frets about his kids becoming more independent

(44:56) One of the most familiar stories about leaving the nest and making your way into the world: The Three Little Pigs

When a mysterious woman comes to a man's shop to buy rice candy for her baby, he's in for an unexpected surprise.

Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and ages. Today we’re going to hear all about the little heroes of the world, those of a younger age. It’s our hope that these stories will remind you that no matter a person’s age or standing in society, passionate, brave people can be a force for good in this world. And it’s our hope that as you listen to these stories you’ll be reminded of the people in your life that have made a difference, and that you’ll feel inspired to be a force for good yourself.

On today’s episode, enjoy the following:

“Barbara Johns” by Kate Dudding from Fighting For Our Rights (1:50)

Radio Family Journal: "Ghost Restaurant" (22:39)

Daily Mix: “I Want My Hat Back” with Paul Ricks (27:16)

“The Starfish” by Bonnie Greenberg from The Wonder Child and Other Young Heroes (35:22)

“The Little Heroes of Kfar Tabor” by Bonnie Greenberg from The Wonder Child and Other Young Heroes (38:54)

“The Hero” by Dan Keding from Rudy and the Roller Skate (48:33)

When a youngest brother sees the frightening reality of war, he'll have to rely on something other than his own strength to overcome a giant.

When a beekeeper gets a call about a bee swarm at a notorious biker bar, he gets the chance to see a different side of life.

When a young girl volunteers to confront a great evil, how will she overcome the obstacles in her way?