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PODCAST

Sloths Love to Read Podcast

KeriAnne Jelinek for Sloth Dreams Books

Welcome to Sloths Love to Read! 🌟 I’m KeriAnne Jelinek, bestselling author of 180+ children’s books, entrepreneur, and literacy advocate who champions the power of reading aloud. Each episode features traditional KidLit favorites and indie children’s books to spark imagination, build curiosity, and inspire a lifelong love of books. Perfect for parents, teachers, librarians, and kids everywhere! All stories are read and shared under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0

kids & family stories for kids

All Episodes

00:12:18

The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush - by Tomie dePaola

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2024/08/09

In spring, the hills and meadows of Texas and Wyoming are ablaze with the reds, oranges, and yellows of the Indian Paintbrush. How this striking plant received its name is told in an old Indian legend.Many years ago, when the People traveled the Plains, a young Indian boy had a Dream-Vision in which it was revealed that one day he would create a painting that was as pure as the colors of the evening sky at sunset. The boy grew up to become the painter of the tribe, but although he found a pure

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00:07:37

A Pocket Full of Kisses - by Audrey Penn

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2024/08/08

Chester Raccoon has a baby brother—and the baby brother is taking over his territory. When Chester sees his mother give his baby brother a Kissing Hand—his Kissing Hand—he is overcome with sadness, but Mrs. Raccoon soothes his fears with her own special brand of wisdom, finding just the right way to let Chester know he is deeply loved. Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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00:06:23

The Kissing Hand - by Audrey Penn

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2024/08/07

School is starting in the forest, but Chester Raccoon does not want to go. To help ease Chester's fears, Mrs. Raccoon shares a family secret called the Kissing Hand to give him the reassurance of her love any time his world feels a little scary. Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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00:09:13

Too Timid to Talk - by Bonney Press

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2024/08/06

It’s Hedgehog’s birthday and she is very excited! She would like to ask all her forest friends to help celebrate. But everyone seems so busy. Every time Hedgehog tries to speak, the words don’t seem to come out right! Can Hedgehog be brave and invite her friends to help her celebrate her special day before it’s too late, it is she just too timid to talk? Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at www.SlothDreams.com

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00:07:34

Too Tall to Twirl - by Bonney Press

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2024/08/04

Giraffe wants to find a hobby. She’s not so good at dancing, gymnastics, or skating. No matter how hard she tries, she ends up in a tangled mess. Can giraffe discover her hidden talent, or is she simply too tall to twirl? Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at www.SlothDreams.com

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00:06:15

Pete the Cat and the Bad Banana - by James Dean

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2024/08/03

Pete the Cat bites into a bad banana and decides that he never, ever wants to eat another banana again. But Pete really likes bananas! Will a rotten bite ruin Pete's love for this tasty fruit? Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at www.SlothDreams.com

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00:14:29

Anna & Solomon - by Elaine Snyder

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2024/08/02

In 1897 a young man named Solomon fell in love with and married a beautiful young woman named Anna. They lived in Russia, which was dangerous at that time for a Jewish family, so Solomon moved to the United States, where he worked and saved until he had enough money to send Anna a ticket for the voyage across the ocean. But when Solomon went to meet Anna's ship, Anna's younger brother was waiting for him. Solomon took in her brother and worried and saved until he could send the money for Anna's

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00:03:24

Big Cat, Little Cat - by Elisha Cooper

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2024/08/01

There was a cat who lived alone. Until the day a new cat came . . . And so a story of friendship begins, following the two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. And he doesn’t come back. This is a poignant story, told in measured text and bold black-and-white illustrations about the act of moving on. Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at www.SlothDreams.com

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00:05:02

Ocean Meets Sky - by the Fan Brothers

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2024/07/31

It’s a good day for sailing.Finn lives by the sea and the sea lives by him. Every time he looks out his window it’s a constant reminder of the stories his grandfather told him about the place where the ocean meets the sky. Where whales and jellyfish soar and birds and castles float. Finn’s grandfather is gone now but Finn knows the perfect way to honor him. He’ll build his own ship and sail out to find this magical place himself! And when he arrives, maybe, just maybe, he’ll find something he

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00:04:48

A Big Mooncake for Little Star - by Grace Lin

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2024/07/30

Pat, pat, pat... Little Star's soft feet tiptoed to the Big Mooncake. Little Star loves the delicious Mooncake that she bakes with her mama. But she's not supposed to eat any yet! What happens when she can't resist a nibble? In this stunning picture book that shines as bright as the stars in the sky, Newbery Honor author Grace Lin creates a heartwarming original story that explains phases of the moon. Don’t forget to check out our educational summer and fall books at www.SlothDreams.com

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00:04:28

Surf’s Up - by Kwame Alexander

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2024/07/29

Surf's up! Not yet, Dude! Books are boring! Not this one! Bro and Dude have very different ideas about how to spend the day at the beach. But as Bro continues to gasp and cheer as he reads his book (Moby Dick), Dude can't help but get curious. Before you can shout 'Surf's up!' both frogs are sharing the same adventure, that is, until they get to the beach. Newbery Award Medal Winner, Kwame Alexander, and Daniel Miyares have joined forces to give little listeners a wild ride. Don’t forget to check

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00:04:46

Two Together - by Brendan Wenzel

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2024/07/28

Cat and Dog are headed home. A simple route lies ahead of them . . . or does it? There’s so much to see and smell and hear, and the two of them experience the world very differently. A stream, for instance, is watery fun for Dog, but it may not be so delightful for Cat! As their journey becomes an adventure full of unexpected twists and turns, Cat and Dog show that it’s possible for two creatures to travel in the world together despite their distinctive perspectives and abilities—and even to

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00:06:55

The Octopus Escapes - by Maile Meloy

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2024/07/27

The octopus is happy in his undersea cave until one day, a diver captures him and takes him to live in an aquarium. The humans give him food and tests that look like toys. But every day is the same, and the octopus soon tires of captive life. And so, under the cover of darkness, he makes his daring escape... Don’t forget to check out wonderful summer and fall book collections for kids at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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00:10:59

The Moon Over Star - by Dianna Huttd Aston

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2024/07/26

n July 1969, the world witnessed an awe-inspiring historical achievement when Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to set foot on the moon. For the young protagonist of this lyrical and hopeful picture book, that landing is something that inspires her to make one giant step toward all of the possibilities that life has to offer. Don’t forget to check out our book collections at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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00:11:24

Bluebird Summer- by Deborah Hopkinson

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2024/07/25

Mags and Cody spend every summer with Gramps and Grandma at their farm, but after Grandma dies, the house is shadowed with sadness and the bluebirds are silent, so Mags decides to revitalize Grandma's garden, and soon the bluebirds return and Gramps begins to heal, in a heartwarming story of family, loss, and compassion.

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00:03:16

This Little Kitty in the Garden - by Karen Obuhanych

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2024/07/24

Spring is blooming, and what better way for rascally kittens to celebrate than by causing mischief in the garden in this charming picture book!Spring has sprung on Sakura Way. The five little kittles will garden today! Read along as these frisky felines plant seeds, pounce and play, claw and climb, and splish, splash and swirl—until they end their day asleep in the garden bed. Filled with bright and playful illustrations, here is an adorable picture book that introduces kids to the wonders of

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00:05:05

Pearl - by Molly Idle

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2024/07/23

Sometimes the tiniest light can shine the brightest! Like the other mermaids of the deep, Pearl longs to care for the endless beaches, coral reefs, and towering kelp forests of her vast ocean world. So when her mother asks her to tend to a mere grain of sand, Pearl is heartbroken. It takes all her patience and determination to discover how even the littlest mermaid can transform the world. Don’t forget to check out our Summer & Fall Book Collections at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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00:04:59

I Don’t Like Koala - by Sean Ferrell

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2024/07/22

What’s not to love about a cute, cuddly...creepy toy koala? This is the story of a boy and the stuffed animal he just can’t seem to shake.Adam does not like Koala. Koala is a little creepy. Adam tries explaining this to his parents. He tries putting Koala away—far away. He tries taking Koala on a long, long walk. Nothing works. Will Adam ever be rid of Koala? Don’t forget to check out our Summer & Fall Book Collections at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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00:05:40

Look, It’s Raining - by Mathieu Pierloot

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2024/07/21

It's Sunday, and Camille, having finished her school work, is feeling a little bored. Her parents are busy with their own projects, so she puts on her raincoat and goes outside to play. Suddenly she hears the thunder roar, and shivers with excitement. She sticks out her tongue to catch raindrops. They taste like clouds. She notices a group of red ants zigzagging along a trail and asks "Where are you going?" The ants reply, "We're going to a show." Camille embarks on an adventure to discover what the

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00:04:21

One Lighthouse, One Moon - by Anita Lobel

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2024/07/20

Here, in one book, are the days of the week, the months of the year, the four seasons, the basic colors, and an exciting counting adventure -- all conceived, staged, and presented by the incomparable Anita Lobel. You can savor each of the three stories separately or think of them as three acts in one play. However you do it, a standing ovation is guaranteed! Don’t forget to check out our Summer & Fall Book Collections at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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