Auntie Sandy's Storyland

Life was peaceful on the small Philippine island of Luzon. The men fished, the women cooked, the children played games, and the birds sang. Everyone knew it was time for bed when they heard the birds' good-night song.Then Tuko arrived. Tuko, the gecko, bellowed his name five times every time he ate―day or night. Everyone was miserable from lack of sleep. That is, until Haribon the eagle devised a plan to trick Tuko into leaving for good.Tuko and the Birds is a 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year. Purchase this book here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

When Ant receives a special invitation to dine with Lion, she is ready to be on her best behavior. During dessert, the other guests do not mind their manners, and by the time the dessert cake reaches Ant, barely a crumb is left for her to share with the King! Baking a cake seems like the perfect way to make it up to him . . . until the other guests turn her kind gesture into a contest. Exactly how many cakes are fit for a king? Purchase this book here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

A collection of tales, rhymes, riddles, superstitions, and sayings organized around the three distinct regions of the South: the Bayou, the Deep South, and Appalachia. Y'all can git this book he'ya.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

When Griselda gives shelter for the night to a poor old woman, the grateful visitor offers her a magic kerchief in thanks, and Griselda accepts the gift not knowing it might be enchanted. Purchase this book here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

Meet Ruby--a happy, curious, imaginative girl. But one day, she finds something unexpected: a Worry.It's not such a big Worry, at first. But every day, it grows a little bigger... And a little bigger... Until eventually, the Worry is ENORMOUS and is all she can think about.But when Ruby befriends a young boy, she discovers that everyone has worries, and not only that, there's a great way to get rid of them too...This perceptive and poignant story is the perfect springboard for talking to children about emotional intelligence and sharing hidden anxieties.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/auntie-sandys-storyland/exclusive-content

A collection of tales, rhymes, riddles, superstitions, and sayings organized around the three distinct regions of the South: the Bayou, the Deep South, and Appalachia. Y'all can git this book he'ya.

Today's young listeners will truly be enchanted by this version of the Brothers Grimm classic, set in an American frontier. As she sets out to visit her grandmother's house deep in the woods, Little Red Riding Hood has no idea what is in store for her. She soon suspects that her basket of sweets isn't the only thing her new friend the wolf is after! With the help of a brave hunter and her grandmother, Little Red learns a valuable lesson about following her mother's instructions. Purchase this book here.

The Nightingale is the story of a plain little bird whose beautiful songs bring her great fame, even winning her an esteemed place in the king's court. Eventually, however, after saving the life of the king, the modest nightingale chooses to return to her peaceful life in the forest. Although the original tale is set in China, Jerry Pinkney decided to add a unique twist to his own adaptation by moving the setting to Morocco-and the resulting artwork is spectacular. The lush, elaborate watercolor illustrations feature the diverse peoples, rich costumes, and amazing architecture of Northwest Africa, making this version of The Nightingale a true picture book original!

A collection of tales, rhymes, riddles, superstitions, and sayings organized around the three distinct regions of the South: the Bayou, the Deep South, and Appalachia. Y'all can git this book he'ya.

Finn McCool is the largest giant in all of Ireland. He's a fierce warrior, even beating the giant Culcullan and saving Ireland from the Scots. Helpful and kind, he helps the farmers bring in the hay. And everyone in the village of Drumnahoon admires him. "He's the best-hearted man that ever walked on Ireland's green grass." But for all his strength, courage, and goodness, there's one thing that Finn lacks. He's just not smart. And he knows it. When a wise man living in a nearby village tells Finn about a magical red salmon with the wisdom of the world, Finn sets out to catch the fish. And he learns a thing or two about himself in the process. 

Ever since Amelia Bedelia made her debut in 1963, young readers have been laughing out loud at the antics of this literal-minded but charming housekeeper. "No child can resist Amelia [Bedelia] and her literal trips through the minefield of the English language—and no adult can fail to notice that she's usually right when she's wrong."—The New York Times Book ReviewPurchase this book here.

A collection of tales, rhymes, riddles, superstitions, and sayings organized around the three distinct regions of the South: the Bayou, the Deep South, and Appalachia. Y'all can git this book he'ya.

A Caledecott Honor BookThis award-winning picture book is a wild, irreverent collection of reimagined fairy tales from the author and illustrator of The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs!. Makes for an extremely fun and funny read-aloud for the whole family.A long time ago, people used to tell magical stories of wonder and enchantment. Those stories were called Fairy Tales. Those stories are not in this book. The stories in this book are Fairly Stupid Tales.In this fourth wall-breaking picture book, young readers will delight in the strange twists on familiar tales. From “The Stinky Cheese Man” to “Cinderummpelstiltskin” these unique, hilarious retellings poke fun at classic stories and characters. The wonderfully offbeat and bizarre illustrations, as well as innovative play with typography and book design, make for a one-of-kind masterpiece from two powerhouse children's book creators.Story List:· Chicken Licken· The Princess and the Bowling Ball· The Really Ugly Duckling· The Other Frog Prince· Little Red Running Shorts· Jack's Bean Problem (including Giant Story / Jack's Story)· Cinderummpelstiltskin (Or The Girl Who Really Blew It)· The Tortoise and the Hair· The Stinky Cheese ManYou can purchase this book here.

Two men are on their way to market when one man's donkey knocks over the other man's jar of precious oil. Confused and upset, neither man knows who to blame for the mishap. They decide to ask their wise and just king for help. He suggests holding a trial between the donkey and the rock, and invites all his subjects to the courthouse to witness the strange event. But instead of watching a trial, the audience itself gets a lesson from the king.From the striking mountain range to the brilliant colors of the prayer flags and the monks in red and gold, The Donkey and the Rock gives young readers a taste of the beautiful country of Tibet, and shares the wisdom of a tale that emerged from it.You can purchase this book here.

The “too-cool-for-school” third picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed and The Good Egg, Jory John and Pete OswaldEveryone knows the cool beans. They're sooooo cool.And then there's the uncool has-bean . . .Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd—until one day the cool beans show him how it's done.With equal measures of humor, wit, and charm, the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald craft another incredible picture book, reminding us that it's cooler to be kind.You can purchase this book here.

A hilarious international collection of tall tales, folktales, and songs follows the merry antics, misadventures, and mishaps of fools, bunglers, bumblers, and other silly characters from around the world.You can purchase this book here

Goatilocks gobbles more than porridge in this fractured fairy tale that puts a hilarious twist on a favorite story.Once upon a time, there was a kid named Goatilocks.She lived down the road from a family of bears...Goatilocks can't resist sampling first Papa Bear's porridge, then Mama Bear's porridge, then Baby Bear's porridge—and his bowl and spoon, too. And it turns out Goatilocks has a taste for chairs and beds as well. Has Goatilocks devoured her way to disaster? What will happen when the Bear family returns home from their walk?You can purchase this book here.

Feeling fried? Peel yourself on the couch and meet your new pal-tato! The winning fourth picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed, The Good Egg, and The Cool Bean, Jory John and Pete Oswald, will get you and your kids moving!The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside. Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen?Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new best spuddy learns that balancing screen time and playtime is the root to true happinessYou can purchase this book here..

A hilarious international collection of tall tales, folktales, and songs follows the merry antics, misadventures, and mishaps of fools, bunglers, bumblers, and other silly characters from around the world.You can purchase this book here.

Big Cat Pepper has always been a part of the family. But he seems to be sleeping more and more. And then one day he just doesn't wake up again. "His spirit lives forever," the boy's mother tells him gently. Heartbreaking and heartwarming at the same time, the complex issue of death for young readers is addressed here in a loving, accessible way.You can purchase this book here.

Mr. Drake's second grade class has a new class pet. Fluffity appears to be a cute and docile hamster—but the kids soon discover that she is not the cuddly pet they expected. From the moment her cage door opens, Fluffity becomes FEROCIOUS—biting and chasing everyone down the hall and into the library! Will the class be able to tame this beast and bring peace back to their school? The bestselling team behind Chicken Butt! and Chicken Butt's Back! has crafted another laugh-out-loud tale that's sure to be a hit with any child who's ever wanted a pet.You can purchase this book here.

A hilarious international collection of tall tales, folktales, and songs follows the merry antics, misadventures, and mishaps of fools, bunglers, bumblers, and other silly characters from around the world.You can purchase this book here.

Author Kim Norman (Crocodaddy) and illustrator Liza Woodruff have whipped up a rollicking, jolly, snow-filled adventure!In the land of the midnight sun, all the animals are having fun speeding down the hill on Caribous sled. But as they go faster and faster, Seal, Hare, Walrus, and the others all fall off…until just Caribous left, only and lonely. Now, a reindeer likes flying-but never alone, so…one through ten, all leap on again!An ideal picture book for reading-and singing along with—over and over.You can purchase this book here

An adorable puppy is lost in the snowy woods and needs to make his way home. Bestselling author Marcus Pfister gently illustrates this endearing family tale.You can purchase this book here.