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Friendship & Feelings Favorites

Friendship Read Aloud for Toddlers & Preschoolers

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May 18, 2026

Making friends can be exciting, confusing, and sometimes even a little tricky — especially for preschoolers and toddlers who are still learning how to share, take turns, and show kindness. In today’s read aloud, Are We Friends? by Rachael Tarfman-Perez, Gia, Xavier, and Iris discover what friendship really means through…
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Nature & Science Stories

Can You Name All the Planets?

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May 11, 2026

Blast off into space with Sadie, Polly, and Joey as they explore the amazing planets of our Solar System! In Pluto’s Guide to the Planets, by Neha M. Roy, kids will learn the order of the planets, discover fascinating space facts, and meet Pluto — the dwarf planet guide leading…
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Safe & Sound Stories

A Gentle Story About Fire Safety

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May 4, 2026

If your little ones are naturally curious (and let’s be honest… they all are), Sammy’s Curious Adventure, by Annette Phillip is a meaningful story that opens the door to an important conversation: what happens when curiosity meets something dangerous? With the help of Polly and Joey, this read-aloud turns a…
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Nature & Science Stories

The Magic of Springtime

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April 30, 2026

There’s something magical about the shift from winter to spring—the world softens, brightens, and suddenly feels full of possibility. Spring Looks Like This by Shahida Suleman captures that feeling perfectly in a playful, rhythmic read-aloud that invites children to notice the beauty all around them. ☀️ A Gentle Celebration of…
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Treasure Hunts

Dragon Drop Treasure Hunt

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April 28, 2026

✨ A magical, easy-to-set-up treasure hunt — for any age, at any time of year! ✨ Picture this: Your child wakes up to find a mysterious note on the kitchen table. A dragon flew over your house last night and dropped something from the sky. Somewhere in your yard —…
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ABC & Counting Stories

How Many Together? A Fun Counting Game

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April 27, 2026

Looking for a simple, playful way to introduce early math? How Many Together? by Heather Douglas turns little hands into learning tools — and today, Polly and Joey are here to help count, giggle, and explore! 🧠 How the Game Works The idea is beautifully simple: count what’s on one…
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Friendship & Feelings Favorites

A Sunny Day… with a Shadow

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April 20, 2026

What happens when a perfect beach day doesn’t feel perfect for everyone? Mom’s Cloud and the Beach Adventure by Kendall Concini-Moore gently explores that very question. Golden sunlight. Excited kids. A car ride full of giggles and beach-day dreams. But as Alma and Max race toward waves and treasure, something…
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Delightful Dog Stories, Friendship & Feelings Favorites

Big Feelings & Learning to Share

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April 13, 2026

Big feelings can show up fast—and sometimes all at once. One minute you’re excited, the next you’re frustrated, and before you know it… things get a little mixed up. That’s exactly what happens in Meatball’s Mixed-Up Moods by Cathy Longano, a heartwarming story that helps children understand emotions, choices, and…
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Music & Arts Stories, Rhyme Time Stories

A Tiny Dancer with Big Dreams

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April 6, 2026

Little Lo has a big question: how do dancers twirl and leap so gracefully? Little Lo Needs To Know How To Do Ballet, written by Katie Brackett Metcalf, is a charming story about curiosity, courage, and trying something new. 🩰 Stepping Into the Studio With her hair in a neat…
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Funny Animal Stories

When Elephants Crash Your Beach Day

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March 30, 2026

What would happen if you went to the beach… and it was full of elephants? 🐘🏖️ In the playful picture book Elephant Beach by Christine Devane, a quiet child quickly discovers that a peaceful beach day can turn into something much louder, messier, and more exciting than expected! This humorous…
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