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Stories with Teddy & Viv

Gentle stories to listen to during quiet time and bedtime. Curated by a five and three year old, read by their mama. To request stories send a message to storieswithteddyandviv@gmail.com Art Credit: Lore Pemberton

kids & family stories for kids

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00:05:38

Just Try One Bite, by Adam Mansbach and Camila Alves...

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/07/07

These three kids are determined to get their parents to put down the ice cream, cake, and chicken fried steak to just try one bite of healthy whole foods. But it's harder than it looks when these over-the-top gagging, picky parents refuse to give things like broccoli and kale a chance. Kids will love the jaunty rhyme that's begging to be read aloud and the opportunity to be way smarter—and healthier—than their parents. --- Support this podcast:

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00:06:15

Pinkalicious, by Victoria Kann

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/07/06

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00:04:14

Hair Love, by Matthew A. Cherry

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2022/07/05

Zuri's hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it's beautiful. When Daddy steps in to style it for an extra special occasion, he has a lot to learn. But he LOVES his Zuri, and he'll do anything to make her -- and her hair -- happy. Tender and empowering, Hair Love is an ode to loving your natural hair -- and a celebration of daddies and daughters everywhere.A perfect gift for special occasions including Father’s Day, birthdays, baby showers, and more! ---

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00:05:44

I am Thinking My Life, by Allysun Atwater

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/06/13

An imaginative little girl thinks inspired thoughts, envisions positive actions, and engages in creative activities as she unveils the secret connection between her thoughts, dreams, and actions. Her visions of her future unfold in brilliant, heartwarming illustrations. A child’s first person look at manifestation, affirmations, and the law of attraction, this encouraging picture book will help children build confidence and self-esteem, while still acknowledging that there will be obstacles and

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00:05:15

Beyond the Pond, by Joseph Kuefler

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/06/13

Just behind an ordinary house filled with too little fun, Ernest D. decides that today will be the day he explores the depths of his pond. Beyond the pond, he discovers a not-so-ordinary world that will change him forever. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alyssa-tolman/support

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00:04:44

Hug It Out! by Louis Thomas

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/05/18

A fresh, funny take on sibling rivalry and conflict resolution, as two sparring siblings are forced to "hug it out." Mom has had enough of Woody and Annie's incessant fighting. When her pleas for sharing and apologizing are ignored, she demands they "hug it out." At first, the warring siblings are confused. Hugging? But after a long afternoon of forced embraces, the brother and sister decide to call a truce to avoid yet another icky hug. However it doesn't take long for them to miss that newfound

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00:06:53

The bear and the piano, by David Litchfield

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/05/18

One day, a bear cub finds something strange and wonderful in the forest. When he touches the keys, they make a horrible noise. Yet he is drawn back again and again. Eventually, he learns to play beautiful sounds, delighting his woodland friends. Then the bear is invited to share his sounds with new friends in the city. He longs to explore the world beyond his home, and to play bigger and better than before. But he knows that if he leaves, the other bears will be very sad . . . This

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00:04:48

Monkey Puzzle, by Julia Donaldson (For Barney &...

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/05/18

'I've lost my mum!'  It's not too much fun being lost in the jungle, and little monkey wants his mummy. Kindly butterfly is keen to help, but they don't seem to be having much luck as the well-meaning butterfly misunderstands monkey's descriptions and leads him to all sorts of unsuitable animals! But eventually, they find . Dad! It's just as well that he knows exactly where mum is, and she's waiting with a well-deserved cuddle.  Monkey Puzzle is a clever, funny and charming tale from the

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00:07:46

Miss Rumphius, by Barbara Cooney

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2022/05/18

Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation. The countless lupines that bloom along the coast of Maine are the legacy of the real Miss Rumphius, the Lupine Lady, who scattered lupine seeds everywhere she went. Miss Rumphius received the American Book Award in the year of publication. --- Support this podcast:

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00:11:07

The Land from Long Ago, by Elsa Beskow

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/23

Kelly and Kai love to play on the gnarled old tree trunk outside their cottage in the woods: sometimes it becomes a horse, sometimes a crocodile and sometimes even a dragon. One day a mischievous gnome makes the tree trunk come to life, and the children are whisked off to the Land of Long Ago on the back of the old tree dragon. On their incredible journey Kelly and Kai meet a princess, rescue a knight and trick the king of the trolls. But will the old tree dragon stay alive long enough to bring

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00:05:21

Penny and Her Doll, by Kevin Henkes

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/23

When Penny receives a surprise box in the mail from Gram, she is thrilled. The surprise is a doll, and she is absolutely perfect, from her head to her toes. Penny loves her immediately. She introduces her new doll to Mama and to the babies and to Papa. But then Papa asks what the doll's name is, and Penny realizes that she doesn't know. What should Penny call her? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alyssa-tolman/support

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00:04:08

Penny and Her Song, by Kevin Henkes

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/23

When Penny comes home from school, she is ready to sing her song. But the babies are sleeping, and Mama and Papa are worried that Penny will wake them up. Oh, but it is a goodsong, a really wonderful song . . . and Penny wants more than anything to sing it. Will it ever be the right time to sing it? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alyssa-tolman/support

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00:05:13

What Is Love, by Mac Barnett

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/23

"What is love?" a young boy asks. "I can't answer that," his grandmother says, and so the boy goes out into the world to find out. But while each person he meets—the fisherman, the actor, and others—has an answer to his question, not one seems quite right. Could love really be a fish, or applause, or the night? Or could it actually be something much closer to home? This tender, funny tale is an original take on the "I love you" story, a picture book treasure for all ages to read and cherish. ---

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00:10:07

The little boy who lost his name, a gift from Aunt...

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/23

A story about a little boy who lost his name, customized for our little Theodore. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/alyssa-tolman/support

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00:04:38

Be Brave Little Penguin, by Giles Andreae

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/23

Little Penguin Pip-Pip would love to join in with all his friends swimming in the sea, but there's just one problem . . . he's scared of water. Can Pip-Pip overcome his fears and finally take the plunge? This irresistible story shows that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of encouragement - and a whole lot of heart - to finally make that leap! This touching tale will soon become a new family favourite. --- Support this podcast:

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00:02:23

You are my Happy, by Hoda Kotb

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/03

As mama bear and her cub cuddle together before closing their eyes for a good night’s sleep, they reflect on the everyday wonders of life that make themhappy. Inspired by her own nighttime routine with her daughters, Haley Joy and Hope Catherine, Kotb creates another beautiful treasure for parents and children to enjoy together. With charming and lush illustrations from bestselling artist Suzie Mason, this soothing yet playful lullaby explores the simple joy of taking a moment to be grateful. ---

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00:03:56

Alma and How She Got Her Name, by Juana Martinez-Neal

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/03

If you ask her, Alma Sofia Esperanza José Pura Candela has way too many names: six! How did such a small person wind up with such a large name? Alma turns to Daddy for an answer and learns of Sofia, the grandmother who loved books and flowers; Esperanza, the great-grandmother who longed to travel; José, the grandfather who was an artist; and other namesakes, too. As she hears the story of her name, Alma starts to think it might be a perfect fit after all — and realizes that she will one day have her

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00:03:42

The Way Home in the Night, by Akiko Miyakoshi

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/03

A mother rabbit and her young bunny are on their way home in the dark night. “My mother carries me through the quiet streets,” the bunny explains. “Most of our neighbors are already home.” The bunny can see their lights in the windows, and hear and smell what they might be doing: talking on the phone, pulling a pie out of the oven, having a party, saying goodbye. When they reach home, the father rabbit tucks the bunny into bed. But the bunny continues to wonder about the neighbors' activities. “Are

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00:05:54

What the Ladybird Heard Next, by Julia Donaldson

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/03

Those crafty robbers Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len are out of jail, and they're heading back to the farm with another cunning plan to cause trouble. They've been stealing eggs from the fat red hen, but now they're setting their sights higher and are planning to steal the fat red hen herself! Fortunately the quiet, clever ladybird is on their trail, and she and her farm animal friends have a plan of their own. With slapstick action, animal noises and a mysterious Snuggly Snerd bird, What the Ladybird

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00:05:42

Song for a Summer Night: A Lullaby, by Robert Heidbreder

Stories with Teddy & Viv ·

2022/03/03

As night falls on a soft summer evening, neighborhood children are drawn out of their houses by the sights and sounds of the world after dark. First the fireflies come sparkling past, followed by a host of domestic and wild animals, from cats and dogs to owls and skunks. Accomplished children’s poet Robert Heidbreder creates a world of enchantment, while Qin Leng’s illustrations conjure the harmonious interplay between our everyday domestic world and one that is just a little bit wilder. All the

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