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Skookum Kid"s Stories

Today"s Children"s Story Books are Podcasts! Hosts Dave Graham and Peter McCully bring you "Skookum Kid"s Stories", delightful, original stories about a boy named Peter and his pet Eskimo Dog "Gracie" who are always finding an adventure, and Captain Dave of the "Mellow Submarine". He and "Larry the Lobster" find excitement above and below the waterline.

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18:44

The Mellow Submarine: The Stone Pictures of Gabriola...

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2025/10/28

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the Lobster as a quirky navigation glitch leads them to shore on Gabriola Island—where they discover ancient Coast Salish petroglyphs carved into sandstone. A gentle spirit appears to share the meanings of the carvings: the orca’s lesson of family, the sun’s gift of life, and the salmon’s promise of abundance. What begins as a compass problem becomes a heart-forward lesson in respect, listening, and caring for...

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15:55

Peter & Gracie: A Magical Halloween Adventure in Coombs

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2025/10/21

Send us a text about this episode! Peter can barely contain his excitement as October 31st approaches. Together with his faithful companion Gracie - whose fluffy white fur looks like freshly fallen snow - Peter helps his family transform their Coombs home into a Halloween wonderland. But the real magic happens on Halloween night when Peter and Gracie debut their matching superhero costumes, as "Super Peter and Super Gracie," they embark on their trick-or-treating mission to "Save the world fr...

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17:57

The Mellow Submarine: The Mystery of the Glowing Lights

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2025/10/14

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on a magical nighttime adventure in Nanoose Bay, where they discover the incredible world of bioluminescent ocean creatures! This captivating educational story teaches Vancouver Island children about marine biology through wonder and discovery. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this glowing sea creatures story combines science education with storytelling magic. Kids learn about real biolumines...

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17:23

Peter & Gracie: The Backyard Weather Station Adventure

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2025/10/07

Send us a text about this episode! Join seven-year-old Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog Gracie on an exciting scientific journey that transforms their backyard into a real weather laboratory! When Peter notices the weather changing each day, his natural curiosity sparks a wonderful adventure into science. With his mom's encouragement and help from the friendly Mr. Rodriguez at the garden center, Peter and Gracie establish their very own weather station, complete with thermometer...

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18:06

The Mellow Submarine: The Great French Creek...

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2025/09/30

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on an unforgettable underwater adventure kids story through the sparkling waters of French Creek on Vancouver Island. Meet Shelly the sea turtle and her beautiful Pearl Dream submarine as the trio learns that the best part of any journey isn't where you end up, but who you meet along the way. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this submarine story delivers pure storytelling magic that transform...

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14:21

Peter & Gracie: Apple Harvest Adventure

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2025/09/23

Send us a text about this episode! Join seven-year-old Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog Gracie on a heartwarming autumn adventure to Grandpa Joe's apple orchard in Coombs, Vancouver Island. This captivating children's story takes young listeners through rolling hills and apple orchards, teaching valuable lessons about family, teamwork, and the joy of creating something special together. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this apple picking story combines educational content ...

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19:01

The Mellow Submarine: Nanoose’s Underwater Garden Club

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2025/09/16

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on an inspiring marine education adventure in Nanoose Bay, Vancouver Island. This captivating underwater garden kids story takes young listeners aboard the remarkable Mellow Submarine as they discover the wonders of kelp forests and marine conservation. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this ocean conservation story teaches kids about marine biology while delivering pure storytelling magic tha...

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16:34

Peter & Gracie: The Little Free Library That Built a...

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2025/09/09

Send us a text about this episode! Join seven-year-old Peterand his fluffy white American Eskimo dog Gracie on an inspiring community-building adventure in Coombs, Vancouver Island. This heartwarming kids story shows how one child's simple idea transformed an entire neighborhood through the magic of book sharing and community connection. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this children's story teaches kids about DIY projects, community building, and the power of sharing while delivering p...

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17:00

The Mellow Submarine: Emma’s Message In A Bottle

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2025/09/02

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on an extraordinary underwater adventure that spans 72 years! This captivating children's story takes young listeners aboard the remarkable mellow submarine as they discover a mysterious message in a bottle at Deep Bay, Vancouver Island. Meet Dr. Marina Seahorse at the underwater current research station, Walter the wise whale who's witnessed decades of floating messages, and Oliver the octopus who...

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15:21

Peter & Gracie: Finding Screen Time Balance

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2025/08/26

Send us a text about this episode! Join storyteller Peter McCully for a heartwarming tale about 7-year-old Peter and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie in Coombs, Vancouver Island. This touching screen time balance kids story addresses one of modern parenting's biggest challenges - helping children find healthy digital habits while maintaining meaningful relationships. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this children's story about screen time balance teaches kids valuable lessons about...

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22:33

The Mellow Submarine: Campbell River Chips and New...

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2025/08/19

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on a delightful surface adventure to Campbell River, Vancouver Island - known for its legendary wharf and world-famous chips. This heartwarming Campbell River kids story takes young listeners aboard the remarkable mellow submarine as it surfaces for sunshine, friendship, and unforgettable maritime memories meeting Sammy the Seal. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this Campbell River adventure ...

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17:12

Peter & Gracie: The Back to School Adventure

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2025/08/12

Send us a text about this episode! Join Peter and his fluffy white American Eskimo dog Gracie on a heartwarming back to school adventure in Coombs, just outside Parksville on Vancouver Island. This delightful children's story follows seven-year-old Peter as he prepares for second grade, showing young listeners that school anxiety is normal and new beginnings can be exciting. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this back to school story helps children prepare for new school years while cele...

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22:53

The Mellow Submarine: Patrick’s Kitchen Store

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2025/08/05

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on a heartwarming culinary journey to Qualicum Beach, Vancouver Island. This delightful children's cooking story takes young listeners aboard the remarkable mellow submarine as our heroes discover that the best ingredient in any recipe is friendship and love. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this cooking adventure story teaches kids about community, generosity, and the joy of sharing meals wh...

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17:30

Peter & Gracie: Parksville Boardwalk Adventure

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2025/07/29

Send us a text about this episode! Join young Peter and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie on an enchanting journey along the beautiful Parksville boardwalk. This heartwarming children's story captures the magic that happens when locals and visitors connect, creating lasting memories on Vancouver Island's stunning coastline. Perfect for Parksville-Qualicum Beach families, this community story teaches kids about hospitality, kindness, and the joy of sharing your hometown with visitors from ...

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16:54

The Mellow Submarine: A Vancouver Island Salmon Spawn...

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2025/07/22

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on an incredible shrinking submarine adventure through Vancouver Island's Little Qualicum River! This captivating educational children's story takes young listeners on a magical journey following Pacific salmon on their epic spawning migration. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this salmon adventure story teaches kids about marine ecosystems, salmon lifecycle, and environmental conservation wh...

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14:18

Peter & Gracie: A Food Bank Drive Adventure

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2025/07/15

Send us a text about this episode! Join Peter, a caring 7-year-old boy, and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie on an inspiring community service adventure in Coombs on Vancouver Island. This heartwarming children's story shows young listeners how kids can make a real difference in their neighborhoods through acts of kindness and community service. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this kids community service story teaches children about helping others while delivering the storytelling...

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17:09

The Mellow Submarine: Parksville BeachFest Treasure...

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2025/07/08

Send us a text about this episode! Join Captain Dave and his loyal first mate Larry the lobster on a magical journey to Parksville Beach Fest - Vancouver Island's most beloved family celebration. This captivating children's story takes young listeners aboard the remarkable mellow submarine as it transforms adventure into unforgettable memories at one of Parksville's premier community events. Perfect for Vancouver Island families, this Parksville BeachFest story teaches kids about friendship, ...

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15:02

Peter & Gracie: Peter’s Visit To The Dentist

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2025/07/01

Send us a text about this episode! Join young Peter and his fluffy American Eskimo dog Gracie on a heartwarming journey to overcome dental anxiety in this specially crafted children's story. Set in beautiful Oceanside Dental Clinic with the caring Dr. B, this tale transforms first dentist visit fears into exciting adventures that Vancouver Island families will treasure. This children’s story teaches kids that going to the dentist can be fun, safe, and rewarding when you have someone you love ...

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22:11

The Mellow Submarine: Lost in the Tofino Fog

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2025/06/24

Send us a text about this episode! When Captain Dave and Larry set sail for Tofino's sparkling beaches, they never expected to face a wall of thick fog that would test their friendship and navigation skills. With their compass spinning wildly and visibility near zero, this Vancouver Island submarine adventure becomes a lesson in community support and marine friendship. This Tofino lighthouse adventure shows kids how community support and marine wildlife can help us through our biggest challen...

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18:03

Peter & Gracie: A Rathtrevor Beach Kite Adventure

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2025/06/17

Send us a text about this episode! Join young Peter and his loyal American Eskimo dog Gracie on an unforgettable adventure to Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. This heartwarming children story about asking for help transforms a disappointing kite disaster into a beautiful lesson about courage, community, and the magic of new friendships. Ranger Johnson demonstrates how adults can guide children with kindness, while Peter shows kids how to find courage in difficult moments. Perfect for Vancouv...

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