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The Lucky Christmas Penny

December 13, 2024 by Admin 1 Comment

On the last days before Christmas, a struggling boy almost gives up his faith in the magic of the season. Just when everything seems lost, a wish made on a lucky penny alters fate and the boy discovers that the true meaning of the holidays is always present in the gifts of the heart. Listen to “The Lucky Christmas Penny,” and believe again in the timeless magic of Christmas! Be sure to watch the video on The Story Home youtube channel of our story HERE! We also have many other holiday stories at The Story Home website.

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The Lucky Christmas Penny

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The Golden Spoon

January 17, 2016 by The Storyteller 2 Comments

In this story about a little village, where neighbors have forgotten how to be friendly, and kindness is no longer the rule, a dark shadow appears and all the flowers in the village begin to disappear. Everyone begins to fear the unknown except for one little girl, who has faith that her wish sent the evening star will come true. Listen to what happens to the little girl and the village she lives in, when she finds a golden spoon in her garden. And, if ever we forget the lesson of “The Golden Rule”, then let this story remind us to “Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you”. Click here to see “The Golden Spoon” movie on youtube.

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The Golden Spoon

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The Little Folks’ Presents

June 22, 2015 by The Storyteller Leave a Comment

Travelers hear a mysterious music and come upon a ring of dancing little folk. Magical things occur and they return with bags full of gold. Yet all is not well, when later, one of the travelers cannot resist returning to get more of the riches. Enjoy this curious tale of magic granted and prices paid by those who greedily ask for too much.

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The Little Folks' Presents

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The Bremen Town Musicians

April 25, 2015 by The Storyteller Leave a Comment

Such an adventure! In this Brothers Grimm story, a donkey, a hound, a cat and a rooster set off to become musicians in the town of Bremen and come across an unexpected surprise along the way. Acting together they find the perfect place to set down roots and start a new life. A perfect bedtime story for all to enjoy!!

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The Bremen Town Musicians

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How the Finch Got Her Colors

March 22, 2015 by The Storyteller Leave a Comment

Why is the little grey finch so sad? Did she not see the miracle in the sky and take from it the beauty offered to all the other birds? The King of the birds found out what happened to the little finch and decided to make everything right. It’s a story to warm your heart about politeness and generosity you’re sure to enjoy. Now make yourself comfortable and listen to this charming and meaningful Belgian Folktale.

Special Thanks to Radhika Miller for her beautiful music from her “Here and Faraway” album.

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How the Finch Got Her Colors

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The Spindle, the Shuttle, and the Needle

February 13, 2015 by The Storyteller Leave a Comment

A Brothers Grimm story about the power of love that brought together two people from opposite worlds, one royal and one poor, until in the end all was made right. Listen to this magical story about the fate of a young maiden and a young prince.

Note: We give grateful thanks to Radhika Miller for her lovely music from her “Here and Faraway” album.

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The Spindle, the Shuttle, and the Needle

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Papa Panov’s Special Christmas

December 6, 2014 by The Storyteller Leave a Comment

Papa Panov looked everywhere for the important visitor on Christmas day! The night before, he had had a dream that he would meet the divine child, but that he should look carefully, for he may not recognize him. Who would it be? Would Papa Panov be able to tell who the Holy child was or was this just a dream? Listen to this wonderful holiday tale about the kindly shoemaker in his little Russian village to learn the real meaning of Christmas.

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Papa Panov's Special Christmas

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The Emperor’s New Suit

February 24, 2008 by The Storyteller 1 Comment

In this classic tale by Hans Christian Andersen, a couple of swindlers use pride and fear to fool an emperor and his whole court but they cannot fool a small child who sees the truth with the clear eyes of innocence.

Special Thanks to Radhika Miller for the music from her “Sunlit Reverie” album.

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The Emperor's New Suit

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